[ddagradi]

Incorrect. That only works if the device doesn't require a passcode to get past the homescreen.

[samstave]

Yes, I thought that might be the case - and I createda passcode after I typed this and this is true -- however it still does not allow you to access photos through the process I described. It shows you a locked screen.

[ddagradi]

Right, it only lets you see photos you've taken from the lock screen, so no personal data is exposed.