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Raccoon has long been the go to agency in London for event photography. What started as a small party and wedding photography business ten years ago has grown into an agency that is recognised globally as a mark of quality in the event industry. We are proud to represent world-class event photographers who have diverse passions and skills that all include equestrian, food, interior and sport photography.
Recently Tod Bradbury of Justerini & Brooks (a wine and spirit merchant) hosted a rare whiskey tasting event at Mark’s Club in Mayfair. The event was held in the Indian room of Mark’s Club and guests were treated to an array of rare whiskeys featuring the 15th Edition of Port Ellen, a Jonny Walker Blue Label Ghost & Rare, a Lagavulin 12 year, The Cally and a Brora 1978 edition. Guests sat around an autumnal display whilst sipping their at their drams, whilst discussing an original Banksy piece which was on display in the room.
At the start of Frieze Week in London, the new-look galleries at Sotheby’s displayed Sotheby’s Contemporary Art auctions. The private celebrations were open to select guests to view and celebrate the art available for sale later that week. Victoria Beckham hosted an after party at her minimalist Dover Street store, where 12 works by Andy Warhol were exhibited next to Cecil Beaton’s images of Warhol.
In the last few year’s Raccoon has become so much more than an event photography agency and has been opening it’s doors to talented photographers who have specialisms in portraiture, food, interiors, lifestyle, sports and fitness amongst other genres.
As I write this post London is currently in lock down and the majority of sporting activities that this city loves are on a temporary pause. Sports commentators are being forced to turn their attention to everyday life in amusing everyday life commentary and sporting arenas have been recommissioned to help the support efforts. Leading sports people are force to train from home and share more intimate aspect of their lifestyles with their fans.
There is a sudden focus on sports that are independent and can be completed alone - cycling or running have taken off and the London parks are filled with lyra clad joggers or parents leading their little ones around on trikes like ducklings. Yoga and fitness instructors have taken to zoom and other online facilities to reach into their students living rooms across London in order to keep the capital moving.
Sport, fitness and lifestyle photography is a relatively new string to Raccoon’s bow and we are proud to be working with some very talented photographers in this field who can offer creative and energetic imagery for our clients, whether that be leading sports brands, fitness studios, individual sportspeople, athletes or sports instructors. Or perhaps you have an active sporting event or session that you wish to have captured to reach a wider audience for social media.
Whatever the sport; be it running, cycling, yoga, pilates, weightlifting - our photographers are active enough to keep up with the most intense of sessions whether that’s in the city of London or in the great outdoors.
We are able to offer flexible photo sessions for professionals or amateurs - either in our studio space, your gym or on location. We are also able to provide professional fitness models, hair, make up and styling as well as location scouting to work with your creative team to put together a full shoot based on your brief.
Too see more work from our leading sports photographer in London, Claire, see her full portfolio of imagery here. To book Claire please get in touch at info@raccoonlondon.com
Last November, Raccoon photographer Harvey captured a lively panel discussionfor Harper’s Bazaar in collaboration with Guerlain.
Chaired by the fashion journalist and author of ‘How Not to Wear Black’ - Anna Murphy, the conversation brought a panel of experts including fashion stylist Anna Vitiello and internationally renowned make-up artist Mary Greenwell, whose stellar client list has featured Princess Diana, Jennifer Lawrence, Lily James and the Duchess of Sussex.
The resulting images were used online and in social media by Hearst Magazine, Harper’s Bazaar & Guerlain.
Photographer: Harvey
In association with: Anna Murphy, Anna Vitiello, Mary Greenwell
Client: Hearst Magazine, Harper’s Bazaar & Guerlain
Raccoon London has been developing it’s offering over the last few years to expand from it’s traditional event photography into other genres of photography such as food, drink, bar and restaurant imagery. We have a number of experienced, creative and talented food photographers in London as well as our growing global team.
We were there to capture and celebrate the very best in the modern and contemporary British art scene at Sotheby’s late night view ahead of their ‘Made in Britain’ auction. The exhibition celebrates the artists and makers who have shaped modern British culture from Banksy to David Hockney
Holland & Holland is a British gunmaker and clothing retailer based in London, which offers handmade sporting rifles and shotguns. The company holds two royal warrants. Raccoon has worked with Holland & Holland to capture store interiors for their social media outlets and more recently were asked to photograph a press event with members of the household calvary arriving early morning to the store on Bruton Street, having tea and sandwiches with the store team before riding off.
Claire is one of the newer additions to Raccoon’s London photography team and brings a unique angle to our offering of sport and fitness. With a background shooting fashion for the last 10 years, Claire brings her clean and colourful photographic style to capture events for clients in fashion and fitness such as Adidas, Primark, Nike, Elle and Women's Health. She is observant and energetic, likes to shoot with available light, and is experienced at capturing movement. When she's not shooting you'll probably find her cycling up a mountain or racing a triathlon somewhere.
Harvey is one of the key members of Raccoon. Having worked as our Operations Manager for 3 years, he developed relationships with our key clients, was a favourite amongst our photographers and was instrumental in setting up the international team and videography arm of the business. He now works as one of our most popular event photographers. We spoke to him about his path and inspirations into photography.
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:
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