The most important consideration for the professional event photographer in Scotland
Hi Everyone
I was once part of a photography discussion and the subject matter was, what is the most important aspect of photography. Now in a room full of professional photographer, most of them event photographers in Edinburgh, then you knew you were going to be in for a lively debate. Some of the usual suspects were suggested, like subject matter, technical ability, sharpness, correct focussing, good equipment, light and composition but I always feel that these are things which assist the photographer, the tools he or she requires.
Capturing the moment
When I am photographing a conference in Glasgow, or working as an event photographer in Edinburgh, I am looking to capture the moment, this will always involve emotions, however, yes, you will have to use all your skills, mentioned above to make this happen, but the essence is that you must create an image that freezes that moment in time, looks brilliant technically and is focussed correctly but you only need these other factors if you have captured the moment.
Sports Photography
This is illustrated with sports photography ie the goal, the crowd going mad during a celebration, the emotions of joy when the captain lifts the cup and this is why you will see sports and general event photographers in Scotland, keeping their gear ready at all times, as sometimes the best photo you are going to get will not be the ball going over the line, remember the famous Eric Cantona photo at the Man Utd Crystal Palace match https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/manchester-united-eric-cantona-kick-20466384. One of my best ever sports photos was from a rugby match at Murrayfield where i captured perfectly the celebrating crowd, another was of an image of a well liked young footballer scoring a goal, a year or two before he tragically passed away far too early, so you know if is all about capturing the moment.
Unique Photographer
So if I could choose one other important aspect of photography, what would it be. Well the one thing always try to be as an event photographer in Scotland, is unique, ie to try to be different to all the rest. This is challenging today with all the images around us but it is still vital. We can all copy artists, but you need to develop your own style. I for one don't want to go and watch a tribute band of Quean, that sound and look like them, if I wanted to see the band I would have gone to see the real thing, or something completely different. By all means be inspired and motivated by other photographers, but dont copy, learn and develop your own style.
Anyway, that's all for me for now. Get out there snapping.
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Colin
Preparing for event and corporate photography in Edinburgh Glasgow and Scotland
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Today we are going to look at how corporate conferences and event photographers in Edinburgh and Glasgow should be preparing for the day. First of all you will have had conversations with the client by email and they will let you know what is expected of you on the day, this can relate to a number of things such as when to send the photos, the format, size etc. you have to make sure that you will deliver as the client requests and then some more. When I am photographing a conference in Edinburgh for instance, I will think of something different I can offer the client over and above the brief. This could be some infrared photos additional shots at different angles etc.
Before the event I will check out the location for potential photo opportunities. I will also establish a dialogue with the people who run the venues, this will make everything easier on the day. Then I will research previous publications the organisation has, to see what kind of photos were used and I will endeavour to do it even better. Then I will ensure all my gear is ready, picking every piece of equipment I will need and doubling the number of batteries and cameras, in case of emergencies, oh and remember to take 2 flashes. I remember hearing a colleague who was a photographer at a conference in Glasgow, who had his flash packed in on him at the start of the event, all the remaining photos had to be taken in natural light at a poorly lit venue.
Then just before the event, test out all the gear and do a final plan for the day, this is particularly important if there are specific times you have to keep in mind like for wedding photography or a conference photography event in Scotland with speakers and politicians attending.
So happy photographing. Hope that helps.
Until next time.
Kind Regards
Colin
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Unique Event and conference photography Edinburgh Glasgow and Scotland
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Today I am going to look at the need to keep evolving no matter what genre of photography you are into. This usually means how you can provide a bespoke service to make you totally unique in the photographic marketplace. Now for all photographers, not just corporate, event and conference photographers in Scotland, this can be difficult in a crowded marketplace, especially with millions of images circulating the internet, so if you want to stand out in the crowd, you have to go that bit further.
How to provide bespoke wedding photographs in Scotland.
How can this be done, well first you have to develop your own style, that is your own way of taking photos, so that they are recognisable as your images. This can only happen through time as you gain experience and develop your own techniques and photos that make you recognisable. I have a reportage style as a wedding photographer in Scotland, I also use my skills as an infrared photographer in Scotland to enhance my wedding phots outdoors, as very few people do this, then I can add that to my portfolio, so I am recognisable as a bespoke wedding photographer in Scotland.
How to become a bespoke Conference photographer in Scotland.
Well, again this is similar to above, I will utilise infrared when outdoors, I also like low and unusual angles when photographing conferences in Scotland and I like to be creative with my focusing, often utilising crops, like mirrors, conference programmes, glasses etc. You really want people to take a second glance at your images, so you have grabbed their attention. Again, I like to produce candid moments, capturing emotions outwith the posed format and all these things add to my unique style
Unique sports photographer in Scotland.
So how can you be different as a sports photographer in Scotland, well this in my opinion comes down to the angle and position you will have at the event. Again I like to capture emotion as well as the active sport moments, in fact my most successful image was a photo from the crowd during a rugby match in Scotland. To be different in sport, you need to watch all the time, as some of the best photos don't always involve action during the event.
So, hope this helps, I have found my unique bespoke style and I am sure you will find yours too.
Until next time.
Kind Regards
Colin
www.colinwrightphotography.co.uk
Wedding Photographer Glasgow, Edinburgh and Scotland Returns
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After a fair absence due to the pandemic, I have re-started on the wedding photography front again and its great to be back. A friend and colleague in the photographic industry asked me to be a back up second shooter photographer, so she could concentrate on the video and some of the more formal images of the couple. We have 3 weddings booked and 2 have already taken place in Glasgow and Perth and I have enjoyed every minute of them. This article is mainly about how things have changed since pre-pandemic. The main wedding change was of course for all event photographers in Scotland, to be honest, was in relation to the change from film to digital. However there have been some significant changes since the pandemic, one relates to the absolute relief people have at being out, it is almost like being set free and you can see it in people at all corporate photography and event photography commissions in Glasgow Edinburgh and throughout Scotland. The other main change relates to the technology. I had just started using a Canon R before the pandemic. It is a good camera but you can tell it has limitations relating to focussing and other issues, as it was their first mirrorless camera. I now use the R6 and the frames per second and focussing are fast and much improved and better than anything I have worked with. However the ISO performance is the main winner here, it is quiet simply outstanding and very little grain is evident even at very high ISO levels. This camera is also perfect for sports photography in Scotland and Canon have brought out a range of lenses since the pandemic, with the non L lenses operating better than an old L lens with an adaptor, in my opinion. The rest of the day is the same to be honest and I cant wait to get back into things. Next stop Luss in Loch Lomond, cant wait. I also have some theatre photography in preparation for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, in addition to some conference photography in Edinburgh.
So, everyone, get snapping.
Until next time.
Kind Regards
Colin
www.colinwrightphotography.co.uk