Phonetography

At SG Thompson, I am passionate about preserving life’s moments using the accessible and versatile tool we all carry—our smartphones.
Gone are the days when a separate bulky camera was a necessity for capturing high-quality images.
Today, almost everyone carries a powerful photographic tool in their pocket, their smartphone.
I believe that powerful photography doesn’t require elaborate equipment, just the right eye, intention, and a bit of creativity.
By using the smartphone camera, we’re able to document the world around us in an authentic and immediate way.
This accessibility has empowered both amateur and professional photographers to explore new creative horizons, document their lives, and share their unique perspectives with a global audience instantly.
My creative vision centres on black and white photography, a style that strips away distractions and highlights the raw emotion, contrast, and composition within each frame.
Without the influence of colour, the essence of a moment becomes more pronounced, allowing the story behind the image to take centre stage.
This approach brings a timeless quality to my work, connecting past and present through every photograph.
At the core of what I do is storytelling—every photo is a narrative frozen in time, smartphone photography has revolutionized the way, we capture and perceive moments, from spontaneous snapshots to carefully composed scenes, the ease and convenience of smartphone photography means that inspiration can strike anywhere, anytime.
Whether it’s a fleeting glance, a quiet street scene, or a burst of laughter, I aim to capture the subtle beauty in everyday life.
Through my black and white images, I invite viewers to pause, reflect, and find meaning in the ordinary, as seen through the lens of a phone.