Furnley House Community Champions Awards - Photo & Video
Leicestershire Photographer & videographer Interviews and Events
One part of my work I don’t often speak about is Video, or Videography.
Whilst my passion will always be photography, lots of the same principals apply to videography. Ok, the lighting kit if different, and there is audio to consider.. and the editing is completely different!
But I enjoy it.
A regular client, Furnley House needed some video interviews for their Leicester community champions awards night. Last year I was a finalist in the awards so couldn’t photograph the event. But I did attend the interviews and enjoyed the whole experience.
This year Furnley House wanted a different look to the videos, last year they had vides against a plain wall with people looking into the camera. Absolutly nothing wrong with that, and those videos looked great in my opinion.
As they wanted in different, myself and Charlotte from Cross Productions chose to do an interview style video, which would mean the camera was set to one side and the person who was being interviewed was looking at Charlotte and not the camera.
But I wanted it to be even more different.
So, I set up using Furnley Houses coffee bar as a background, but threw it out of focus. I then added to accent lights to the side of the person with different coloured gels on. I kept the lights in shot and even changed the gels around half was through the day.
Everyone got mic’d up with a wireless radio mic ensuring great audio.
The recording day was a great success, here are two interviews
The following month and it was time fo rhte awards night, which I photographed. This took place at the City Rooms, a notoriously hard place to photograph as its always pretty dark in there at night and the ceilings are high not allowing for great on camera flash techniques.
Here are a few shots from the awards night.
Events and Awards Night Photographer Leicester & East Midlands
Events and Awards Night Photographer Leicester & East Midlands
The best event photography for awards nights
September should be know as event and awards night month!
I’ve been ran of my feet with events this month, and i’m going to tell you about two of them.
First being the East Midlands Chamber’s Enterprising Women’s Awards night. This was a very last minute booking for me, literally the day before. Despite having two photoshoots in the day, I said yes to the awards night. I thought it would be fun (it was!) and I might see a few people I know (i did!).
Secondly, It was off to the Hilton Park Lane in Mayfair for the Signature Awards. These are always amazing nights. I share photography duties with Damian, a London photographer. With 450+ guests it’s just too much to capture for one photographer. I arrived early with Dave the video guy, then went for a walk into Central London. Shooting the awards was fairly straight forward for me as i’ve done it for a few years now.
As with most of these events, both required a next day turn around for the edited images. EMC was done when I got home straight after the event, and the Signature Awards was done on the M1 as I was a passenger.
Same day edits!
Here are a few images from both events
When planning an awards night, the focus is on celebrating achievements and creating lasting memories. Hiring an event photographer can significantly enhance the experience and provide benefits that extend well beyond the night itself.
Capture Professional Moments
An event photographer brings expertise in capturing key moments with precision. From award presentations to candid interactions, a professional ensures that every significant event is documented beautifully. This means you won’t miss those spontaneous smiles and heartfelt congratulations.
High-Quality Images
Professional photographers use advanced equipment and techniques to produce high-quality images. These photographs will reflect the atmosphere and emotions of the evening, providing images that are sharply detailed and vibrantly colored. Such quality makes a lasting impression whether for internal reporting, social media sharing, or marketing materials.
Stress Reduction
Planning an event can be overwhelming, and the last thing you want is to worry about photography. By hiring an event photographer, you can focus on enjoying the evening with your guests while knowing that every moment is being captured professionally. This allows you to be fully present during the celebration.
Memorable Marketing Material
The images taken during your awards night can be valuable for future promotions. High-quality photographs can be used in brochures, newsletters, and social media posts, helping to enhance your brand’s image and engage your audience. They serve as a compelling visual record of your company culture and achievements.
Create Lasting Memories
Lastly, a professional photographer not only captures the event for immediate enjoyment but also provides a visual archive of your organization’s milestones. These images can be cherished for years to come, allowing everyone to relive the excitement and honor the accomplishments celebrated during the awards night.
Basically, hiring an event photographer for your awards night is an investment in quality, lasting memories, and stress relief that enhances the overall experience. It’s a decision worth considering for any event that celebrates success.
Event Photography Leicestershire
Event Photographer Leicester & East Midlands
Professional event photography
There are lots of events happening at the moment, and if you put one of thsee events on… what better way to showcase it that with amazing photos.
These photos are not only a great record of the event, they can also be used to highlight the team members who win awards. They are also brilliant to post of social media after the event. I pride myself on being able to get the images ready the very next day, sometimes even on the same tight if required! This is especially important as guests often post their smartphone photos during the night, so the professional ones need to come out asap!
Here are a couple of events i’ve shot this week, an opening of a balcony in a care home, and an awards night for a medial company.
Don’t leave your next event to chance, get a professional in Pete Martin Event Photography
Below is 5 reasons why a professional event photographer is a brilliant idea
5 Reasons Why Events Need a Professional Photographer
1. Expertise: Professional photographers bring their expertise and artistic vision to capture the essence of an event. They have the technical knowledge to adjust camera settings, lighting, and composition to produce high-quality images that showcase the event in the best possible way.
2. Unobtrusive Documentation: While amateurs may disrupt the flow of an event by constantly taking photos, professional photographers have the skill to blend into the background and capture candid moments without interrupting the proceedings. This allows attendees to fully enjoy the event without feeling self-conscious or distracted.
3. Quality Results: Professional photographers use high-end equipment and post-processing techniques to ensure that the images are of the highest quality. This includes retouching, color correction, and editing to produce polished, professional-grade photographs that can be utilized for promotional materials, social media, and future marketing efforts.
4. Complete Coverage: An experienced photographer knows how to cover all aspects of an event, from candid attendee interactions and keynote speakers to venue decorations and special performances, ensuring that nothing is overlooked. This comprehensive coverage provides event organizers with a valuable visual record of the occasion.
5. Brand Representation: For corporate events, having a professional photographer can enhance the brand's image by capturing the event in a way that aligns with the company's style and values. These images can be used for press releases, website content, and promotional materials, presenting a cohesive and professional image to clients, partners, and the public.
Ultimately, hiring a professional photographer for events ensures that the memories and key moments are preserved in a visually stunning and impactful manner, adding long-lasting value to the occasion.
Awards Ceremony for Charity Work
Leicestershire Community Championships Awards 2023
We didn't win Fundraiser of the Year, but 'Team Lamp' made it to the final of Furnley House's Leicestershire Community Champions Awards last Thursday.
Just being nominated is a huge achievement for us.
All finalists were brilliant, and Rachel (the winner) truly deserved that win. The awards ceremony was a lovely opportunity to celebrate our achievements with peers and supporters. While winning the award is undeniably a great honour, just reaching the final stage is a testament to our dedication to the greater cause - Lamp Charity
Well done everyone!
Team Lamp- Charity Fundraiser Finalists
Many LAMP supporters
Real Entrepreneurs Dinner
Professional event photography in Leicester, Nottingham, Birmingham, Norhtampton, Coventry and the UK
Real Entrepreneurs Nottingham Event Photography
I was asked by a good photographer friend of mine to cover an event where he’s double booked himself.
The event was the Real Entrepreneurs Dinner at Crowne Plaza in Nottingham.
I’ve not been to one of these before, but I knew many people there!
The organisers are https://crossproductions.co.uk/ particularly Jenny Cross, Charlotte Miles and Sally Smith. More information on the RE can be found here https://crossproductions.co.uk/, it’s strict invite only.
From a photography point of view, the event was a standard affair. Everything apart from the welcome drinks reception was typical event photography, which is something i’ve done for around 8yrs now.
The drinks reception was on the hotel bar/lounge area, and unfortunately it’s pretty dimly lit. Even the artificial lights on my camera didn’t help here! Good job I packed the super expensive lenses that are able to shoot in the dark!
Have a look at a few of the 300 images taken during the evening, and if you’re holding an event and wanting it capturing by a professional to get results like you see here, drop me n email or give me a call.
FSB Awards
Event Photographer East Midlands
Awards Photography Leicester
FSB awards Leicester Marriott Hotel
Way back in November 2022 I received an email from the lovely people at the FSB (https://www.fsb.org.uk) inquiring about photographing the awards lunch in March 2023.
I was available, so I put a quote in..
Luckily for me it was accepted and contracts were exchanged a few weeks later.
The photo requirements on the day were a media wall for when the delegates arrived, some shots of people around the tables before lunch was served and also the award winners on stage.
The event ran exceptionally well, and I put that down to the excellent compare Mr Dave Sharpe.
Take a look as a few of the shots from the event below.
