Smartphone Photography in Erlangen: Capture Motifs with a Fresh Perspective

Discover Erlangen Anew with Your Smartphone

This photography walk invites you to experience the city with fresh eyes: from the cityscape to moving moments in the courtyard of the vhs, the course shows how strong images can emerge from everyday motifs. The photo walk starts on Sunday, 28.06.2026, at 10:00 AM at vhs Erlangen in Friedrichstraße 17 and will be led by Thomas Dettweiler. ([vhs-erlangen.de](https://www.vhs-erlangen.de/p/beruf-computer/fotografie-bildbearbeitung-grafik-layout-480-CAT-KAT42))

City Moments, Light, and Perspective

The focus is on practical tips for image composition, light, perspective, and creative motifs. The course combines city tours with photographic curiosity: participants learn how to purposefully use the camera in their smartphone to capture architecture, details, and movement impressively. ([vhs-erlangen.de](https://www.vhs-erlangen.de/p/beruf-computer/fotografie-bildbearbeitung-grafik-layout-480-CAT-KAT42))

From Photo Walk to Better Visual Language

The vhs Erlangen describes the course as a photo walk through Erlangen with a trained eye for impressive images. Additionally, it covers the basics of photography, the effects of lighting situations, and the safe handling of typical everyday scenes that can be transformed into strong motifs. ([vhs-erlangen.de](https://www.vhs-erlangen.de/p/beruf-computer/fotografie-bildbearbeitung-grafik-layout-480-CAT-KAT42?utm_source=openai))

Meeting Point with Historical Flair

The Egloffstein Palace is one of the traditional teaching locations of vhs Erlangen. According to the directions page, the address is Friedrichstraße 17, 91054 Erlangen; from there, the train station and city center are easily reachable. Parking options include the parking garage in Südliche Stadtmauerstraße and the large parking lot. ([vhs-erlangen.de](https://www.vhs-erlangen.de/ueber-uns/anfahrt?utm_source=openai))

Practical Tips for On the Go

The course is aimed at anyone who wants to take better photos with their smartphone. It's important for planning: The participation fee is 37.30 euros. The vhs Erlangen also points out its social media channels, Facebook and Instagram; an official YouTube link is not specifically mentioned on the evaluated page. ([vhs-erlangen.de](https://www.vhs-erlangen.de/p/beruf-computer/fotografie-bildbearbeitung-grafik-layout-480-CAT-KAT42))

Conclusion

Anyone who wants to not just see Erlangen but understand it through images will find an inspiring mix of city discovery, photographic knowledge, and creative practice here. Bring your smartphone, sharpen your eye, and secure your spot on the photo walk – this course turns every stroll into a true discovery experience. ([vhs-erlangen.de](https://www.vhs-erlangen.de/p/beruf-computer/fotografie-bildbearbeitung-grafik-layout-480-CAT-KAT42))

Official Channels of vhs Erlangen:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vhserlangen/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vhs.Erlangen
• YouTube: No official profile found
• TikTok: No official profile found

Sources:

• vhs Erlangen – Photography, Image Editing, Graphics
• vhs Erlangen – Directions
• vhs Erlangen – Imprint and Social Media
• vhs Erlangen – Instructors
• vhs Erlangen – Events