IPhoto launches on startup

Ever since I've started using my iPhone, iPhoto always launces when I start my Mac. This happens whether or not the phone is connected. Any thoughts?
I recall in OS9 there was a startup items folder. Does that exist anymore. Don't see anything similar in system preferences.
Thanks
Fabian

System Preferences->Accounts->Login Items

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