How to Plan photography for corporate events in Edinburgh glasgow Scotland

October 04, 2022 • Leave a Comment

Hi Everyone

Today we are going to look at how to plan for photography at corporate events in Edinburgh Scotland.

Why use a corporate or event photographer

So first of all why use a conference or event photographer, you know amateurs who can do it and we all have phones nowadays. Well it is always best to hire a professional, particularly one who has considerable experience in corporate and conference photography in Edinburgh, Glasgow or throughout Scotland. They will have allowed for all eventualities, they will be insured and you will receive more high quality photos, which will be good enough to be published in documentation such as Annual Reports, posters, website and will add to the professional reputation of your company.

How do I choose a corporate photographer Edinburgh

how are you going to source an event photographer in Edinburgh, well you can Google it for a start. You can also take advice from other organisations and you may have some recommendations from friends or colleagues. You should also be looking at their portfolio, to see if it matches exactly what you are going to need.

Consderations when hiring a conference photographer in Scotland

We have already touched on the importance of a relevant portfolio, but you will also have price considerations, although it is never a good idea to go with the cheapest, a little extra can make a big difference. you may want to ask them a number of questions as follows:

1. Have you done this kind of event photography in Edinburgh before.

2. Do you have public liability and public indemnity insurance.

3. How soon will I get the photos an in what format ie through a link or a DVD etc.

4. Can you provide any photos on the day that we may use for social media.

5. Can you print any photos on the day of the event for clients.

These questions will help when choosing a corporate photographer in Scotland. It also may be worth meeting the photographer before hiring them. You will be trusting them with hundreds of delegates at your conference in Edinburgh, so it is important they are personable and friendly. You could also ask for suggestions as to what type of photos they think would work at your conference.

Setting the Ground Rules for the event photographer

You may have a list of people who do not eat their photograph taken at the conference. The photographer should note this before the event starts. You may also have restrictions over when the photographer can or cannot use flash photography, if they allowed at all. I have photographed a full 2 day conference in Manchester when I was not allowed to use flash, this was a good few years ago before the improvements in lo light photography, but I prepared well and the photos were great. At least I knew the rules before I started. You should let the corporate photographer know the timetable of the photoshoot and devise a plan detailing exactly what you require and at what time. After the event you should also let the photographer know when you need the final images and in what format.

So, I hope all this helps you to find a great photographer in Edinburgh for a conference you may have coming up. Finally if you are planning a conference in a major hotel, say a conference photography in Glasgow with hundreds of delegates, you will have started to plan way in advance, so don't leave the photography side until the last minute as the best corporate photographers in Scotland will be fully booked.

Until next time.

Kind Regards

Colin

www.colinwrightphotography.co.uk

Loch Lomond in infrared by fine art and conference photographer Edinburgh, Colin Wright

October 03, 2022 • Leave a Comment

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A quick extra blog today following a trip with my good friend Derek Isles who was good enough to take me out on his boat to Loch Lomond prior to a big week of photographing conferences in Edinburgh. I had the opportunity to shoot some infrared photography with my Lumix, although the water could be choppy at times. I think in this case the colour infrared worked best on the mountains surrounding the loch. As with all these photoshoots, I have learned and will improve on my next trip and I will know exactly the right type of gear. As a professional commercial photographer in Edinburgh, you always should note down the key points from every photoshoot and learn from the outcome. In this case the main aim was to enjoy the trip and the photography was secondary but you know me, I will always take my camera. Oh and next time I will bring some waterproof housing to keep my camera dry. The weather was perfect for infrared photography, with some blue sky and cloud, without rain and I have posted a few photos, with more on the way soon.

Anyway, until next time.

Kind Regards

Colin

www.colinwrightphotogrpahy.co.uk

How a conference photographer in Edinburgh chooses new gear for assignments

September 30, 2022 • Leave a Comment

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I thought I would do a quick extra blog as I am about to upgrade my photographic equipment this weekend. So what should you consider when choosing to upgrade your gear. Well the main consideration after whether or not you can afford it should be, do I really need this upgrade or do I just want the latest tech. If you feel you do need it, then you will hopefully have taken a number of considerations into account. So what new gear would a conference and event photographer in Edinburgh need. Well this first sentence has given you a clue. The main consideration is can I move to another level and improve my photographs by purchasing new equipment. In my case as a corporate photographer in Scotland, I feel the answer is yes. I am about to purchase the Canon R6, as it is a vast improvement on the first Canon mirrorless camera, the EOS R, the focussing will improve, as will the ISO performance and there is a vast difference in the frames per second, which will assist me as a sport and event photographer in Scotland. So, as I mentioned, the main consideration has to be - what will I be using it for. I could have gone for the EOS 5 with the higher pixelation count but this would only hinder my sports and conference photography due to file sizes and low light performance and speed are very important for event photography. The other considerations have to be related to size, weight etc. I am happy, as I get older, to see gear becoming smaller and lighter, the days of having to cart around heavy DSLRs are over thankfully. Another consideration is your existing lenses. Although I don't tie myself to any brand and in fact I also use Fuji, Nikon and Lumix cameras, I have mostly Canon lenses and have started to build up some Canon mirrorless lenses, so it makes sense to stick with Canon for my main commissions, I am also very familiar with the menus on Canon cameras. So to summarise, only upgrade if it is required and it is a major improvement on your existing equipment.

Anyway more conference photography tips next time, as I prepare for conference photography in Edinburgh at the weekend.

Until next time.

Kind Regards

Colin

www.colinwirghtphotogrpay.co.uk