Event Photography - Guide & Reference Issue

EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY CHARLES VINCENT McDONALD | EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER

ISSUE Guide & Reference

Can You Afford To Think About Event Photography As An

Afterthought!

We live in a digital age where photographs make the

firstimpression and visual content matters today more than ever before. Whether you’re from a large corporation or a

small business owner, you can’t afford to treat event photog-

raphy intended for promotions, publications, websites, social media apps and e-communications, as an afterthought.

The most obvious way to get the most out of your digital photographic assets is to employ the right photographer.

Your selection of a suitable photographer for your event is not always an easy process. There are several factors to consider. You will want to hire a professional who will pair your given restraints (i.e., budget, timeframe, style, location and projected attendance) with their professional skills to ensure a successful shoot.

Having professional event photography provides your organization with the opportunity to stand out from the competition. Professional imagery will deliver positive visual communications to potential clients as well as the general public.

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California Legislative Reception Californians Against Waste

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Professionalism!

Demonstrated & Practiced

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75th Anniversary Celebration AIA Central Valley

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What are some of the personality traits most often associated with professional event photographers?

Imagination & Creativity

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Attention to Detail

Seasoned Professional

Collaborative Passion §§§ for Team Player Photography

Patience §§§ Motivation

People Skills §§§ Driven

Flexibility to Adapt

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Storytelling Ability

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Wine & Wishes

Make-A-Wish Foundation

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Class Match Day

UC Davis School of Medicine

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Engagements!

The Necessay Images For Smart Social Networking

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Night of 1000 Drawings Miyamoto International

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More Than Pink Walk

Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

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Partnerships!

Recognize & Publish Nonprofit Community

Women Build

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento

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Self-expression!

Show The Human Urge For

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Groundbreaking!

The Historical Beginnings

Before

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Groundbreaking Ceremonies Center for Land-Based Learning

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The Contact Sheet Classic Event Documentation

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NEW! 11x14 Contact Sheets

Quick & Easy Reference Guide For Event Images

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Enjoying the Event!

Capture Images Of People

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT used with permission article excerpts from What to Look for When Hiring a Photographer Orlando Sydney, Event Photography Surry Hills, Australia www.orlandosydney.com

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PHOTOGRAPHIC EVENT COVERAGE STARTING AT $235 I believe this about Event Photography Having high-quality professional event photography is a valued communications asset. Photography that is just “OK” or “that looks good enough” is, in my opinion, never, ever “good enough.” I specialize in high-quality photography. Event Photography that maximizes the marketing exposure for corporate events.

To inquire about my availability for photographing your next event please call me at 916.837.3361 You may view my image gallery at www.alpha73.com.

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