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About iPhoto University
Our Creative Vision
Welcome to iPhoto University — A Community for Smartphone Creators!
Our Mission
iPhoto University exists to celebrate the power of smartphone storytelling. Our mission is to unite creators around the world through education, inspiration, and authentic expression — helping people capture life’s most meaningful moments with the camera that fits in their pocket.
Whether you’re a hobbyist, a professional, or simply someone who loves capturing life’s moments, welcome home. This page is dedicated to celebrating and elevating smartphone photography and videography — one tap at a time.
Here, you’ll find inspiring interviews with fellow creators who use their smartphones to tell stories, share experiences, and express creativity. iPhoto University is a safe and supportive space for positive expression, learning, and connection.
✨ This community is built on:
- Kindness and encouragement — we lift each other up.
- Education and curiosity — we share tips, insights, and discoveries.
- Creativity and purpose — we explore how to capture the stories we see through our lens.
Whether you’re capturing for professional projects or personal adventures, this is your place to learn, participate, and grow. Together, we’ll uncover new ways to frame the world through the device that fits right in our pockets.
🎥 Listen. Learn. Lean in.
Welcome to the iPhoto University community — where every image tells a story.
Our Commitment to Customer Satisfaction
At iPhotoUniversity, we are dedicated to providing our people with exceptional service and enriching photography experiences. We understand that every person has unique needs and preferences, and we work closely with you to ensure that we meet your expectations.
iPhoto University is committed to delivering exceptional learning experiences that empower every user to succeed. We prioritize clear communication, responsive support, and continuous improvement to ensure every creator feels confident and satisfied with their journey.
With iPhoto University you will not only get an immersive experience with smartphone content capturing, you will also receive a wealth of information about the history of each location we visit. You leave with more than great photos and videos. You will have a deeper appreciation of the history and stories of the media you capture.
From New York City’s most nostalgic structures and sites to the obscure and hidden treasures of ancient civilizations to the most picturesque landscapes and wildlife in their natural habitats, iPhoto University understands how to create the ultimate experience for its community of smartphone users.
About Our Founder
Marc Birnbach is a lifelong storyteller whose creativity spans music, film, television, photography, and live performance. His career journey began at Walt Disney World as a Monorail Pilot during the resort’s 25th Anniversary celebration—an experience that ignited his passion for bringing joy to audiences of all ages.
Since then, Marc has worked with world leaders, music icons, and cultural figures including President Jimmy Carter, Bono, Shaquille O’Neal, Bette Midler, Yoko Ono, and Nile Rodgers. His professional highlights include earning an EMMY Award as Senior Music Coordinator at ABC Television’s One Life to Live, serving as Music Director for NBC’s 2002 Winter Olympic Games, and creating multimedia content for Nile Rodgers for over a decade.
Marc’s love of the arts has taken him from the stage of the Metropolitan Opera House to managing tours for Grammy-winning musicians, from multimedia leadership roles at Americares to creative production for theaters with inclusive employment missions.
Today, Marc brings this wealth of experience to audiences worldwide as a pianist, multimedia storyteller, and iPhone photography educator. A former Apple trainer, he teaches guests how to capture immersive, unforgettable images on their travels, while also performing music that uplifts and connects.
Above all, Marc is passionate about people. His programs inspire guests to see beauty in everyday moments, embrace creativity, and walk away with both unforgettable memories and new skills they can use long after their vacation ends.
2025 iPhoto Curriculum
Smartphone Photography Workshop 101 PowerPoint Presentation
Smartphone Photography Workshop Curriculum (Beginner Level)
This PowerPoint presentation provides a complete 90-minute workshop guide for teaching smartphone photography to adults. It includes step-by-step lesson prompts, visual examples, and practice exercises covering camera basics, composition, storytelling, portraits, motion, and photo organization for both iPhone and Android users. Perfect for instructors or organizations seeking an easy-to-follow, engaging curriculum focused on confidence, creativity, and capturing meaningful stories through mobile photography.