Capturing The Right Pictures In Event Photography

Events, either personal or corporate, are meant to be enjoyed, and then relived days or even years after.  For this reason, event photographers have a lot on their plate.Those who want to dabble in or pursue a career in this form of photography could benefit from the following advice:

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Research

A good photographer knows what he needs to do well before the event.In order to do that, he needs to research the venue to know which spots provide great angles, analyze the lighting conditions of the place, determine if there are electrical outlets for battery chargers, and other tasks needed.

Also, it would be ideal if the photographer has already cleared with the event organizer or client what types of pictures are needed.

Arrive early

Not only does arriving early make things easier for the photographer, but he can also use the time to capture pre-event photos, including empty halls or seats, the set-up of the place, the preparation activities being done, and more.

Be professional

First, the photographer needs to make sure that he is dressed appropriately for the occasion to avoid making the attendees uncomfortable around him.  

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Second, when taking photos of the participants, he must practice courtesy and ensure that he is not

overstepping his boundaries so that the people he is taking pictures of sincerely smile for the camera. For example, he should be mindful of the candid shots he is taking, and not take too much time.

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The Silk Road: An Icon Of Hope

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History as we know it is influenced by a number of key events or people. There are great forces that are relatively more significant in their impact compared to other events. This is the case with the Silk Road.

Back in the day, most of the modern world was boxed into its immediate surroundings. Much of the trade that took place was in Europe, where most of the world’s superpowers hail from. The only semblance of connection to the east was with Galleon trade, which only consisted of sending a limited number of men to the unexplored regions. They lost lives at sea alone and numbered less whenever they reached their destination, if at all.

It was only on the Silk Road where travelers from Europe really engaged with those from the west. The Silk Road was named as such because of the trade of a unique material predominantly from China, which was silk. This caught the interest of many Europeans and Westerners, because of its unique flair and captivating artistry.

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Soon enough, it was no longer a place exclusive only to silk. It became the main avenue for the most demanded goods. It became the route for spices, jewelry, and even weapons, to be transported between two highly contrasting worlds.

Today, when there is conflict among nations, a lesson on reconciliation is always drawn from the history of the Silk Road. It still stands as an icon of hope, where differences among cultures are not the reason for the stoppage of meaningful engagement. In fact, these differences are the essence of it all.

Michael Blitzer of Kingstown, the capital of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, studies history in his off time. For more on Michael’s interests, follow him on Twitter.

Mastering The Classic Black And White

Nothing screams class, classy, and classic more than the combination of black and white. This is true with attire, themes, and yes, photography. The theme may seem simple, but photographers know there is a whole lot more to black and white photography than just these two colors. That said, every rookie photographer is urged to experiment with black and white photography at least once. Here are some tips that could help you with this.

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Taking raw shots is probably as good a starting point as any since a lot of people have a hard time imagining a black and white image in their head. A lot of cameras today have functions that allow photographers to see the image in black and white. Still, it’s best to shoot it raw and try altering the shots via filters.

Shooting for contrasts is a great way to add drama to an image. Since black and white images are different from what most people see in the real world, they need more drama to make the photograph as impactful.

Taking long exposure photographs is wonderful with monochrome filters. They’re best used against backgrounds with moving clouds or moving water.

And speaking of which, photographers who are into black and white photography experiment a lot with filters. Through filters, they discover whole new dimensions to the images they shoot.

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Michael Blitzer here, from Kingstown, the capital of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. I love taking pictures. In fact, I take pictures of live events. And I am trying to perfect my craft. For more about photography, check out my website.