Monday, December 28, 2009

A Guide To Becoming An Event Photographer

By Rhea Chin

Event photography is a rewarding occupation, both creatively as well as financially. The work requires covering important events by clicking impressive photographs. You must be directed by your creative impulse to project the event in the right spirit and in its true splendour. In the scheme of things, a good event photographer builds memories through photographs that will be remembered for years to come.

A lot of people think that event photographers just reach the venue of an event and shoot photographs without any preparation. Though, this thinking might be suitable for event photographers who are new to the profession, it does not stand true for a seasoned photographer, whose experience makes him precious. The first thing that a professional event photographer must know before covering an event is what the essence of the event is going to be like. It is vital to carefully present the spirit and the core meaning of the event. For instance, the nature of photography for a marriage ceremony is different from that of a corporate meet or a sports event.

As an event photographer, you also should have fair knowledge of your camera, along with knowledge about the latest digital processing methods. For example, the most important part of the camera, its lens, must be altered as per the nature of the event and its venue arrangements. The camera and other photography instruments have to be set up particularly keeping in mind whether the event is within four walls or out in the open, and the time when it is going to take place.

Lighting at the venue where the event is going to take place is also quite important. The camera aperture and ISO adjustments must be in accordance with the light available at the venue. Information about light availability also helps in deciding if there is a need for an extra flash light or not. Attentiveness also plays a critical role in assisting you to click all the important shots with excellent perfection and deftness.

To know about the subtle details of event photography, many online references, books and even expert courses can be effectively used. It is advisable that you assimilate the technical as well as other important aspects of event photography prior to committing to assignments because one successful assignment guarantees the inflow of future assignments.

Lastly, dedication to your job and the zeal to excel are very important to achieve success in this occupation. Showing flexibility, attentiveness and the preparedness to adjust to any kind of situation will take you ahead as an event photographer.

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