12 Event Photo Tips

Using a Shot List

• Wedding: Capturing the ceremony, reception, and all the special moments between the couple and their guests.

• Conferences: This includes conferences, seminars, workshops, product launches, and company parties. The focus is often on key speakers, networking, and branding elements.

• Parties: From birthday parties and anniversaries to holiday celebrations, the goal is to document the fun and interactions among guests.

• Sports: Photographing athletes in action, capturing key moments of the game or match, and the enthusiasm of the spectators.

• Music/Festivals: Capturing musicians, actors, or performers in action, as well as the overall atmosphere of the event.

• Charity: Documenting the activities, guests, and any special moments that highlight the cause being supported.

• Awards/Ceremonies: Photographs of the ceremony, the graduates, and family celebrations.

• Religious Events: Including baptisms, bar/bat mitzvahs, and other significant religious celebrations.