Hi Everyone
Today I am going to look at the connections between different genres of photography. As you may know this is a subject I have examined before. Although an event photographer Edinburgh Scotland will cover a wide range of events, however, I think most photographers specialise. A conference photographer in Edinburgh for instance can also be an event photographer in Glasgow and this can include events such as Awards ceremonies in addition to conference photography in Glasgow, but what does the sports photographer have in common with the conference and event photographer. having previously worked as a sports photographer for newspapers in the Lothian area for 9 years, I covered a wide range of photographic genres but i feel my sports photography helped me as a conference photographer in Scotland and here is why:
1. The sports photographer has to react quickly to unexpected situations, this is also true for the conference photographer - people may not turn up, they may arrive late, or you may be asked to take a quick portrait photo either indoors or outdoors.
2. You have to work with the light you have. Although you may have some influence on the light, usually venues differ greatly and the conference organiser will want to dim the lights to an extent for slideshows and presentations, so you have to work with that. Likewise I have covered indoor sports and football outdoors in all kind of light, also in Scotland, the outdoor light can change in seconds.
3. You have to look for special moments outwith the standard images you are asked to produce ie emotion, celebrations etc. The golden rule after you have captured the goal at a football match is to catch the celebrations and the crowd, don't just put your camera down, satisfied that you got the goal.
4. if you can, you should move about and change your angle. You may have some restrictions at professional sports events but always move about and change your viewpoint if possible, even crouching down to frame your subject from the ground can help. This applies to all event photography to be honest.
5. You have to establish a relationship with the performers. If you get a chance before the event, introduce yourself. Don't stand to close to presenters and don't ever get in the way of the athletes, respect them but try and get a rapport with them if possible. This is more achievable at small local events than high profile professional football matches. For instance the players at my local football ground know me often interact with me during the game while I am taking sports photos.
Anyway, hope this helps.
Until next time.
Kind Regards
Colin
www.colinwrightphotography.co.uk
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Hi Everyone
As a conference photographer in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Scotland, I am often asked what other types of photography I do and not a lot of people know this but I am also a well regarded infrared photographer in Scotland and have been exhibiting and selling infrared photographs for around 8 years now.
When can you shoot infrared photography in Scotland
As an infrared photographer in Scotland, I am often asked the above question and the answer is all year round. Whilst we all want to photograph foliage and trees at their best in the spring, summer and early autumn, there are still some left even well into winter. Lack of sunlight is also an issue and this will limit your photo time after October certainly. However all is not lost and here is a list reasons you can photograph all year round.
Photographing infrared out out of season
1. Remember your infrared camera is a high dynamic range black and white camera all year round, as long as there is some daylight you will still be able to take high dynamic range images all year round that will be better than a normal camera.
2. There are other subjects that render themselves well to photographing in infrared such as metallic objects ie cars, old planes etc. Another good subject is wood and water reflections work well in infrared. You can utilise these locations more out of season. Most locations will also be quieter in the winter and that is what we all want, most of the time anyway, when photographing infrared.
3. Try other things out of season. I have used my infrared camera outdoors, as a conference photographer in Edinburgh Scotland, in addition to photographing infrared as a wedding photographer Scotland. Just get out there and experiment. So photograph your dog and family on the garden.
4. Architecture renders itself to dramatic photographs in infrared. The contrast in the sky is more effective in infrared and the blues after editing will result in a final image with deep blacks, that would take you more time to achieve in editing a normal image.
5. Winter is the time to experiment in your settings and for editing earlier images you have taken. Some converted cameras allow you to adjust the white balance, you can also try different exposures and settings, or even using filters. I like to use a polarising filter to deepen the blacks and help with reflections, but feel free to try anything.
So hope the above helps. Infrared photography is not just for the summer. It can be used as an event photographer in Edinburgh, or a corporate photographer Glasgow, jus use your imagination.
Until next time.
Kind Regards
Colin
www.colinwrightphotography.co.uk
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Just a quick blog in relation to how I am getting on with the Canon R6. I tested it out the last 2 weekends at some local football matches and I am seriously impressed. The focussing is fast and accurate and the touch focus on the screen is a facility I will use for conference and event photography in Edinburgh. ISO performance is excellent, the best I have ever used. I also used a 100-400mm RF lens which is excellent for the price, although a little stiff zooming in for sports to be honest, but hopefully that will loosen of a bit with use. I can see me using this lens for conference photography Edinburgh, sport, wedding photography around Scotland and general usage, it will go well with my 85mm. Are there any cons to this camera, apart from the fact I am not fully used to it, well not many, its maybe a bit heavy on battery usage but that is because you want to shoot the more images, due to the excellent frames per second rate. It is only around 2m pixels but to be hones that is enough for event photography in Glasgow Scotland. Sometimes i miss the larger cameras but i am getting older and the smaller bodies suit me fine these days. So apart from it being a bit complicated as its new, the camera is excellent.
More to come soon on this subject.
Kind Regards
Colin
www.colinwrightphotography.co.uk
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Today we will be looking at the best images for conference photography. As a professional event photographer Edinburgh, Glasgow and beyond, naturally my aim is to provide bespoke high quality event photography photos for my clients. Obviously you will be given a brief and you must supply exactly what the client wants but usually there is scope to demonstrate your individuality and produce some eye catching images that will make your clients more than happy with what you supply for them for their event photography in Edinburgh.
What images does the corporate photographer Glasgow Edinburgh need to supply. Here is the list below:
1. Capture all the speakers from different angles, with different expressions on their face and make sure you delete all images that are less than perfect.
2. Make sure you can convey the emotions on the faces of the delegates and speakers. Keep an eye out for these moments where they express joy, surprise and elation, because being a good conference photographer in Edinburgh Scotland also includes capturing unseen moments, so keep eye out for these little bits of action often away from the main speaker.
3. The photographs should be sharp and technically exposed perfectly, with the correct white balance for skin tones, as well as possessing good composition.
4. Try and include as many different people as you can and don't send too many similar images. This is especially important when photographing workshops as an event photographer. I once photographed a conference in Glasgow which mainly consisted of workshops and only one speaker. It is in the workshops that you will get your most creative photographs as people relax more in smaller groups and you can get really close to the delegates.
5. Make sure you include creative images utilising the props around you, varying your focus point and even including some black and white photographs. As an event photographer in Scotland, I also include some infrared images, showcasing the venue outdoors, particularly if the location is interesting.
So I hope that helps you to decide what type of photos will be perfect for your conference photography in Scotland. This is a subject that I could spend ages on, so we will carry on this theme in future blogs.
So, until next time.
Kind Regards
Colin
www.colinwrightphotography.co.uk
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So you are looking for an event photographer Edinburgh or Glasgow for your corporate event. So what factors should you be looking at. Today we will explore the essentials for commissioning a professional event photographer in Edinburgh, Glasgow or Scotland. So here we go.
1. Make sure they have conference experience
Check their website to ensure they have photographed conferences and have event photography experience in Edinburgh or glasgow. It would also be helpful if they have previously photographed at the venue you will be using. But first and foremost, check their website for images, have they photographed any high profile delegates or speakers, how long have they been a conference photographer in Edinburgh.
2. Do they photograph other genres.
This is OK as most photographers do a variety of types of photography. However if it seems from their website that they are mainly portrait or wedding photographers, then they may not be the right person. Of course experience in other genres can be useful. I feel my experience as an architecture photographer in Scotland is helpful for conferences, in addition my knowledge and experience as a sports and event photographer is also useful, as well as my newspaper and PR photography experience, which enables me to think fast on my feet. These genres help the conference photographer, however someone specialising in still life jewellery photography for instance, may not be ideal for conference and event photography.
3. Do they appear helpful and knowledgable both on their website and in person when you talk to them.
The ability to work well with a Communications Department and to have a good manner with delegates is essential for a corporate event photographer Edinburgh, Glasgow. Never underestimate the personality of the photographer, now one wants to go back to the days of overbearing wedding pushy photographers.
4. Knowledge of the corporate world is essential for the corporate photographer Edinburgh
This goes back again to previous experience but it is a bit deeper than that. Does the photographer understand the importance of the timing of the event, dealing with keynote speakers. Making sure they deliver the crucial images that the client needs. If the event photographer understands the profession he or she is photographing this is half the battle. This is very much the case for sports photography. I was a better football, athletics and golf photographer in Scotland, as I had played and constantly watched these sports. I had to learn and understand rugby as a sport before I became an accomplished rugby photographer in Scotland.
5. Looking for an event and conference photographer Scotland - what type of photographs do you really want
This is very important as photographers all have different styles. Does the photographer seem to have a style that would be ideal for your company, or are the photos on their website nothing like the ones you want. Do you want formal photos or bespoke reportage conference photography, again the website should help you choose. Just make sure you ask all these questions when you are looking for a conference photographer Edinburgh Scotland.
Hope all this helps, more tips on finding a conference photographer in Scotland soon.
Kind Regards
Colin
www.colinwrightphotography.co.uk