We all know how fantastic cheap cameras and phone camera technology is - and everyone has a friend with a camera, so why splash out and get a professional to cover your party, event, conference or celebration? Is a professional photographer worth the money? Here are a few reasons why we feel that our team is more than worth the expenditure for your next function:
1.Years of experience, professional results
It takes more than an expensive camera to create good pictures - I’d even go so far as to say that your equipment is the least important thing to consider. Good photography is about the anticipation of a moment, interaction with your subject, framing of the scene and understanding of good light. All of these come with years of experience and practice from working in hundreds of different situations so that an experienced photographer is going to be able to instinctively react in the moment. For an professional photographer who has been shooting for 5, 10 or 20 years, the camera is an extension of their hand and they won't be fiddling with dials and settings at that crucial moment.
2. Top end photography equipment
Having said the equipment is not so important, obviously high end cameras and flash equipment is going to be able to deal with low lighting conditions, fast movement and outside conditions such as wet weather far better than a less robust camera will. Our photographers also are always carrying spare camera bodies and flashes to ensure that in case of emergency they are always covered.
3. Back Up Photographers
By running as an agency, we have a team of connected photographers who in case of any kind of personal or professional emergency are full covered to ensure that whatever happens behind the scenes you will only receive the best quality service. We can also provide a photographer at extremely short notice, within the hour within central London.
4. Insurance for your function venue
All of our photographers are fully insured for between £2m - £5m depending on the requirements of the venue. We can provide full risk assessment and insurance documents and you know that should anything happen at your event we are covered.
5. Post Production on all photos
We want your guests and celebration to look as incredible as you remember it. Whilst the Raccoon house editing style is clean and timeless, our photographers will work on every single image before it reaches you to correct colour balance, blemishes and to take out unsightly details such as exit signage etc to ensure that you have a perfect set of images to share.
6. Backed Up Image Galleries Online
We archive and store all of our client’s images from the last 10 years and these can be accessed instantly for you if you lose the link.
7. Understanding Event Client Needs
Planning an event, party or corporate function is stressful enough so knowing that your photography will be taken care of by professionals from the moment of enquiry will mean one thing less to worry about. Our full time office support team will manage your request, recommend the most suitable available photographer for your job, manage briefing and delivery of your imagery. On top of that, our photographers have years and years of experience working in a wide variety of environments and all kinds of clients. They understand what is needed from your brief - whether it’s for a private party or a corporate function - they will capture the event with an awareness of whether that is for a family album or for social media or a corporate brochure ensuring that you have a comprehensive record of every detail of your party and it’s guests.
8. Looking the part and fitting in to your event
Whether you are hosting a black tie gala for VIP guests or a 2 year old child’s birthday party at a playground, our photographers will always dress according to the occasion to ensure that they fit seamlessly into your event and engaging with your guests in an appropriate way. Our photographer guidelines also ensure that they turn up on time, well prepared and have great communication skills.
9. Sharing your event images with guests
Post event you and your guests will be clamouring to see the photographic results - all of your images will be edited by your photographer within 48 hours (or sooner if necessary for social media releases) and delivered on a private online sharing gallery where guests or clients will be able to view, download, share or order prints directly from the site.
10. Showcasing your event with your wider audience - and controlling that
Pics or it didn’t happen… the power of social media means that amplification of your event can allow you to reach an extraordinarily large audience. By taking control of your visual content and output you can manage how your brand or function is presented - selecting photos that demonstrate the success of the event or your product or guests in the most flattering light. Good photographs get shared and increase your reach. Don’t leave your visual trace to chance - ensure you make the biggest impact possible!
You can view our team’s photography portfolios here and get in touch so that we can quote you on your next event by emailing us at info@raccoonlondon.com
