4 Simple tips to get a better Event photos in Dubai

You have one opportunity to capture the moment, before it is gone forever.  Event Photography or capturing action photos is one of the hardest but the fun part of being a photographer.  If you chose this line of photography you have to take note these 5 simple tips to get a better event photos.

 

Be Prepared

Before you even leave the house make sure you plan already all your equipment.  Extra batteries, Extra memory card, batteries for flash, tripod and of course the right lens for this kind of Event.  As a Photographer, I am not a fan of switching lenses while shooting for an Event.  The second you switch your lens is also the same perfect moment to capture a photo.  And also, bringing a lot of lens carry a heavy load in your bag.  So I suggest bring the right one lens for an Event. 

 

I recommend to write down all the things you need to bring 2 days before, charge all the batteries and reformat all your memory card to have enough space.  In my experience, I need to have 1 extra battery for a 4hours Event and 1 extra memory card for an 8hours of event.

 

 

Switch to continues shot/Burst mode

I suggest switching your camera to continue shot.  It’s better to have 10 same shot for a single moment than to have not captured at all.  I know that 3 out of 10 photos are a good shot so it’s a good try.  I remember when I was to photograph the coming of the Sheikh to my clients Exhibition stand and I forgot to switch to burst mode, I only have 1 shot of it before I was dragged away by his bodyguards.  I am very disappointed.  From then on, I always make sure to switch it to burst mode.

 

 

Capture from Start to Finish

Every event has a story.  Try to capture it from beginning until end.  Event photography is also a lot of fun.  You can see different emotions of different people, and capturing it is really priceless.

 

 

Be mindful of the schedule

Schedule is very important to a photographer.  So the photographer can place himself ready to the right spot before a moment to happen.  For example in a wedding ceremony, you should know the flow of the event to be ready and also to plan your next move.  Timeline is very important; it will save you a second in running towards the bride and the groom. 

 

 

And most importantly is to have fun, enjoy what you’re doing and you don’t get tired.  Don’t be afraid to randomly take a shot, sometimes the result is very amazing.  What are the other tips you have in mind for Event Photography? Share in the comments below.