You thought you could get away without an event photographer, didn’t you?

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Written by Guy Walsh

I get it. You’ve planned every detail of your event — the venue’s booked, the catering’s sorted, the playlist’s been debated to death. Your budget’s stretched, your to-do list is weeping, and somewhere along the line, you thought, “We don’t need a photographer — we’ll just get a few snaps on our phones.”

But here’s the thing: every time I deliver a gallery to a client, they say the same thing — “I’m so glad we booked you.”

Let’s rewind.

Imagine your event. It’s going well. Guests are arriving, speeches are happening, people are connecting — the energy is just right. But who’s capturing it?

Your team? They’re busy making it all run smoothly. Your guests? They’re enjoying themselves — as they should be. That one friend with the “good phone”? Great — until the battery dies or they get pulled into a conversation. Meanwhile, the magic moments — that spontaneous laugh, the spark between strangers meeting for the first time, the pride in someone’s eyes as they speak — they come and go.

Photos aren’t just photos. They’re how you remember the work you put in. They’re what you send to funders, pop in your newsletter, or use to promote the next one. They’re how you prove it all happened — and that it mattered.

Now, I know it’s easy to put photography low on the priority list. Especially if you’ve had bad experiences before — photos that felt posed, intrusive, or just a bit… meh.

That’s not how I work.

I’m there in the background, noticing the things you don’t have time to see — the details, the interactions, the vibe. I don’t ask people to stop and smile. I capture things as they happen, so you get real moments, not forced ones. And because I’ve done this a lot, I know how to move quietly, quickly, and respectfully — especially important if you’ve got a sensitive crowd or a packed schedule.

Key moments like a heartfelt audience reaction can help your potential customers connect with your event

I also make the before-and-after bit easy. My pricing is totally transparent (no hidden extras or upselling games), and you can see everything upfront. You can even book online in just a couple of clicks — no back-and-forth emails needed. And if you’re not sure what you need yet, we can start with a free discovery call. No pressure. Just a chat to see what would work best for you.

I’ve worked with marketing companies, promo agencies, charities, festivals, businesses, community groups — people who are doing good things and want those good things to be remembered.

So if you did think you could get away without a photographer this time… maybe think again.

Your future self will thank you.

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