This is one of our favorite questions, not to mention one we hear a lot. In the age of iPhones and selfie sticks, why in the world would anyone ever bother to hire a professional photographer to capture the vibe of their next event?
We’ve got a few reasons, four specifically, that we’re confident will convince you. Pardon us while we step onto our soapbox. We’re passionate about this one!
A Selfie Doesn’t Tell a Story
Yes, we’re sure your cousin is unmatched at getting just the right selfie angle and your camera roll is proof of their prowess. Awesome. We can appreciate a good selfie, but here’s the thing. A selfie, no matter how edited or filtered, can never tell the story of your event. It’s a surface level image and (back to those filters), it’s inauthentic.
Unless you want your event to be captured by a collage of people staring into a cameraphone, we suggest you give a proven NH professional event photographer a try. The people like us who do this for a living do it because we’re passionate about our craft and we aim to capture the narrative of your event just as much as the images of those in attendance.
This takes a certain level of skill. On that note…
Photography is an Art Form
No offense to your cousin, but anyone can take a selfie. A professional photographer worth their salt is really an artist. They have trained to adjust quickly on the fly when the light changes, when a scene is chaotic (most parties and big events); above all, they’re always on the look out for those candid shots that say it all.
DYK? Candid photos make a better impression, according to research from the University of Pennsylvania.
Don’t get us wrong, proper posing has its place; but when we’re talking about an animated event, you want the photos of glasses clicking in midair, a couple locked in a knowing stare, friends falling to pieces over a well-timed joke. These are all moments. Fleeting. Best captured by those who boast serious shutter speed.
You Deserve a Pause
If you’ve been planning and organizing this event, however big or small, you deserve to take a pause and actually be a part of it. When you hire a professional photographer, you can enjoy the event, confident that someone else is capturing the memorable moments in artistic images.
Professional Event Photography = Social Proof and Marketing Muscle
When you host an event for your brand or business, professionally shot and edited images are amazing marketing materials. Whether you update your website, include them in your next email newsletter, or share and tag like crazy on social media, these photos are more than just the moment. This is marketing collateral you can continue to maximize and champion your company.
Curious to see some evidence of what professional event photography looks like at CYV? Take a peek at our event portfolio and get inspired to invite us to your next occasion.
Go ahead, get that event planned and book our team to capture it!
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