When hiring an event photographer for your corporate meeting or conference, there are a few things you want to ask them ahead of time. While the days of waiting to find out how your pictures turned out from attendee’s disposal camera are over, there is still an element of anxious waiting with professional event photography. There is nothing worse than missed expectations, so make sure those expectations are voiced before heading into the event. Here are some of the most important questions to ask your event photographer:
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When you think of photography, most people think of what they are going to wear, what the location for the photo shoot will be, and how they are going to be standing. But what about the lighting? Should the light be in front or coming from the back? Should they use flash or not? But you know what? It’s best to leave the lighting to the professionals! And I mean lighting professionals. Professional lighting at an event is an absolute must whether it is a private party, dinner party, or a corporate event. When so much time and energy is spent designing the perfect event, down to the decorations, food, and atmosphere, professional lighting brings all of those elements together. There are so many elements where you can introduce lighting. There can be pin spotting on table centerpieces, works of art, etc. which will draw guests’ eyes to those focal points. Uplighting around the perimeter of the space or room is always a great way to bring the room together. Uplighting on pillars or columns accentuates the natural beauty of the room’s architecture as well. Sheer or white drapes create a huge statement piece in the room as well. It can give certain areas of the room a more intimate feel which is especially critical in a large event space. Lighting on the bars is always a good idea as well. Not only does it highlight where guests can go to replenish their beverages, but those areas need lighting for functionality as well. Why not jazz a necessity up to make sure it flows with the rest of the ambiance of the event?!
The post Light It Up! | National Building Museum Washington DC Event Photographers appeared first on Event Photojournalism. via Blog – Event Photojournalism https://eventphotojournalism.com/light-it-up-national-building-museum-washington-dc-event-photographers/ The Washington Hilton sits between Dupont Circle and Adams Morgan and is just a short jaunt to The White House and the National Mall. Perfectly situated in the midst of all that Washington D.C. has to offer, it offers a lot on its own as well. The Washington Hilton is perfect for an overnight stay while visiting our nation’s capital, to drop by for a nightcap at The McClellan’s Sports Bar, or an event in one of their many event spaces. Recently, the Beyond Limits 2020 Sales Kickoff took place in one of the many spaces at The Washington Hilton. The party was super with its superhero and super power theme! Among the many amazing and creative costumes, a few stood out: Maleficent, Mr. Incredible, Chewbaca, and Deadpool. There was even a Popeye; what a classic! The space held a stage with a live band that had guests enjoying tunes and dancing throughout the evening. The large panoramic screen shuffled through classic comic book style superhero images adding to the theme. The superhero theme was taken up a notch with the red and yellow spotlights on the ceiling. The Washington Hilton is the perfect venue to host corporate conventions. The hotel boasts over 1,000 guest rooms, allowing convention attendees to stay in the same location creating a maximum of ease. The Hilton has 82 meeting rooms making it the perfect spot to host a large convention with multiple break out rooms. With over 100,000 square feet of meeting space, the possibilities are endless. Remarkably, the largest meeting space is over 30,000 square feet! The large space accommodated lounge areas throughout the area, bar tables to enjoy the themed drinks, dining tables for the buffet, and a large dance floor.
The post DC Convention Photographers at The Washington Hilton appeared first on Event Photojournalism. via Blog – Event Photojournalism https://eventphotojournalism.com/dc-convention-photographers-at-the-washington-hilton/ The National Union Building sits in the heart of Penn Quarter in Washington D.C. In the middle of amazing landmarks such as The General Post Office, Ford’s Theater, and the National Portrait Gallery, The National Union Building is surrounded by history in downtown. Glenn Brown, the architect of The National Union Building, started his career with its construction. While its beautiful Romanesque facade reveals its classic elegance, The National Union Building was incredibly modern for its time in 1890. Brown’s use of steel marked it as one of the earliest steel frame buildings in the Washington D.C. area. The National Union Building boasts 8 event spaces: Six North, Six South, Five North, Four North, Four South, Two South, The Owlstone, and The Speakeasy. The spaces accommodate a range of events from an intimate party of 60 guests to a large gathering of up to 200 guests. Each room provides its own unique features from beautiful natural light, exposed brick walls, catering spaces, breakout rooms, and overlooks of landmarks.
The National Union Building is well equipped for all types of events. Sixth North and The Speakeasy are perfect spaces to throw a party. Sixth North provides a penthouse feel with vaulted ceilings while The Speakeasy creates a roaring 20s feel with multiple bartenders to sling drinks throughout the evening. Five North and Four South are perfect places for a more corporate event. Five North has 2 meeting rooms and also allows the ability for 3 breakout rooms, perfect for a corporate conference. Four South accommodates multiple seating plans to allow for various types of meeting arrangements. Four South also has a dedicated catering space, which is easily the best place to have a corporate lunch or dinner. The post The National Union Building | Washington D.C. Event and Meeting Photography appeared first on Event Photojournalism. via Blog – Event Photojournalism https://eventphotojournalism.com/the-national-union-building-washington-d-c-event-and-meeting-photography/ Most often, when people begin planning their next business meeting, they start with the location. Where will they be hosting their meeting? Conference room? Hotel meeting space? When planning your next business meeting, think outside of the normal, boring spaces. What about somewhere that will intrigue your guests, that will offer a place that is exciting to be when they have 30 minutes to unwind between meetings? What about the U.S. Capitol Building? The U.S. Capitol Building history began when President Washington laid its cornerstone brick in 1793. Although construction began late in 1793, the building was not deemed “completed” until well into the 1800s. While the building underwent many rebuildings, reconstructions, and renovations, we now have the U.S. Capitol that we see today. The building will continue to be renovated and expanded for its growing needs, such as the visitor center that was just opened in 2008. However in January of 1993, the Olmstead Terraces were converted into meeting spaces, spaces for perhaps your next business meeting? While the most important part of your business meeting is the information provided during the meetings, sessions, or workshops, why not have your guests immersed in an atmosphere of knowledge, innovation, and ingenuity. Have your guests inspired by their surroundings. During their free time, they can go on tours of the House Gallery, the Senate Gallery, or the Emancipation Hall. They can peruse the gift shops, or enjoy lunch at the Capitol Cafe. They can even take a short stroll and enjoy the U.S. Botanical Garden, the National Garden, or Bartholdi Park. The U.S. Capitol Building is also surrounded by the Library of Congress. Just a short ride away is the National Mall as well. When planning your next business meeting, give thought to the whole experience, and choose somewhere your guests will want to be, somewhere that will inspire them. The post U.S. Capitol Building | Business Meeting Photographers in Washington DC appeared first on Event Photojournalism. via Blog – Event Photojournalism https://eventphotojournalism.com/u-s-capitol-building-business-meeting-photographers-in-washington-dc/ The Hay-Adams Washington D.C. is a luxury hotel in the heart of downtown in the nation’s capital. Named after John Hay and John Adams, two of its most famed residents, the hotel has become a landmark in a city chock full of historical landmarks. The hotel boasts a breathtaking view of the White House, especially from its rooftop, The Top of the Hay. After an extensive renovation in 2001, The Hay-Adams remains a destination for many to enjoy the finest that Washington D.C. has to offer. The Hay-Adams offers many services such as luxurious suites for a night away, event spaces for receptions and business meetings, and options for fine dining. The hotel’s dining features three entertainment spaces: The Lafayette for classic upscale American dining cuisine, Off the Record for a who’s who hotel bar, and a Private Dining Room for a more intimate dining experience. When planning your next corporate VIP dinner, think big. And I mean BIG. Pick a great location that provides exceptional food with exciting attractions. A VIP dinner is all about the whole experience, not merely the act of having dinner. And where better to wow your VIP members than at an exceptional venue such as The Hay-Adams Washington D.C. This VIP dinner treated the company’s executive team to a 7 course dinner after a visit to the US Capitol. Hosts DC planned the event at The Hay-Adams Washington D.C. rooftop terrace, Top of the Hay. The table was beautifully set with a floral table runner, elevated floral garden, and towering candles. The stunning salmon color of the tulips were a beautiful welcoming. The surrounding french doors allowed dining guests to view the White House and the Washington Monument while they enjoyed their meals and chatted with those around them. The post An Intimate VIP Dinner | The Hay-Adams Washington DC Event Photographers appeared first on Event Photojournalism. via Blog – Event Photojournalism https://eventphotojournalism.com/an-intimate-vip-dinner-the-hay-adams-washington-dc-event-photographers/ “Work with what you have got.” It’s an age old adage that we have heard time and time again. In most cases, we think of it in a time of desperation or need; however, it is not merely an encouragement during tough times. Working with what you have is all about using what you have to its utmost advantage. And who wouldn’t want to make the most of things? When hosting an event, making the most of your space is of the utmost importance. We all know the saying, “Location, location, location.” This has never been truer! When hosting an event, the location you choose is key! However, which came first? The chicken or the egg? The event or the space? If you are throwing a luau, it makes sense to have it at an outdoor pool or beachside. If your space is a basement jazz lounge, it makes sense to throw a roaring 20’s party. So if you are hosting an event at the Natural History Museum, what better theme to use than the jungle! And they did just that! Hosts DC expertly used the museum’s attributes to bring their event to life for their clients. Every detail was spot on! They projected large green banana leaves on the walls of the lobby, which was serving as their cocktail space, to make guests feel as if they had stepped right into the heart of the jungle. The color scheme for the cocktail table linens were perfect hues of green and surrounded by sprays of monkey grass. Having this all under the towering elephant statue was a perfect touch. One of the best parts of the evening was not even the decor but the entertainment. Guests were entertained by a choreographed tribal dance on stage. Dancers wore tribal tattoos and sarongs while performing for guests. All in all, this jungle themed event was a wild time for all! The post It’s a Jungle Out There | DC Event Photographers at Natural History Museum appeared first on Event Photojournalism. via Blog – Event Photojournalism https://eventphotojournalism.com/its-a-jungle-out-there-dc-event-photographers-at-natural-history-museum/ For most people, we think of hotels as places to stay when we are going out of town or need a place to crash for the night. We know hotels have the basics: rooms, gym, ice machine, and, of course, a bar. What most people do not think about is the meeting spaces at hotels; however, most of them have conference centers. Although, these are mainly used in place of ballrooms for wedding receptions. Businesses often use these spaces to host large corporate meetings because of the ease and convenience of meeting where guests are already staying. But let’s think outside the box for a minute. Let’s think outside of the traditional hotel room. When out of town for a corporate conference, participants need down time, time to get away and re-calibrate. When participants are working and resting in the same place, it can become rather overwhelming. So why not host your business meeting at a new and exciting location that gets out of town guests out and about in a new city and even those guests that are local see a side of their city they may not be familiar with?
The post Rethinking Your Business Meeting | Washington DC Event Photography appeared first on Event Photojournalism. via Blog – Event Photojournalism https://eventphotojournalism.com/rethinking-your-business-meeting-washington-dc-event-photography/ The International Spy Museum in Washington D.C. opened its doors this summer and has been a hot spot in the L’Enfant Plaza ever since. Upon entering, you receive your undercover name and assignment. From then on, you are thrust into the mindset of a spy by getting to try your hand at cracking codes, examining gadgets, and learning age-old covert methods of influence and espionage. However, being a spy takes more than just tricks up the sleeve and fancy mechanisms; it’s more about the dual perspective you employ in each and every interaction that is had. Perspective is everything…even in the field of photography. The time of day in which photographs are taken can drastically change a viewer’s perspective of an event space. Both types of lighting create beautiful pictures; however, timing is dependent on the target atmosphere and mood. For the focus of this blog post, we will be discussing the effects of daylight photography and how to capitalize on its unique lighting. We captured some photographs of The International Spy Museum during the afternoon sunlight, and we could not have been happier with the results. The photos are full of bright light and accentuate the rich colors of the venue. To start, the vivid red of the museum’s exterior pops against the bright blue sky. Take a look at the beautiful pearl finish on the infamous Aston Martin! It just glistens in the sunlight. I can just see Roger Moore stepping out of it in his dashing tuxedo. The brilliant blue accents in the venue such as couches, drapes, and table linens create such a light and open feel to the space. I especially love the airiness of the all season room with floor to ceiling windows and gorgeous wood floors. I envision party-goers dancing around the room with the beautiful view of the National Monument in the background. The post DC Event Photographer at the Spy Museum | Twilight Photography appeared first on Event Photojournalism. via Blog – Event Photojournalism https://eventphotojournalism.com/dc-event-photographer-at-the-spy-museum-twilight-photography/ The John F. Kenney Center for Performing Arts is Washington DC’s newest living memorial created out of the Kennedy Administration’s desire to establish a National Cultural Center for the Performing Arts. Sadly, Kennedy’s assignation happened before official plans could go through, so President Johnson made a point to make it happen, declaring, “All those who worked in this cause can now know that they are not only honoring the memory of a very great man, but they are enriching our whole American life.” (Quote from The Kennedy Center) Looking at the finished product today, President Kennedy would probably be amazed by all that it stands for and strives to accomplish. The Center showcases fifteen diverse programs to enrich, educate, and engage the community through performing arts. One of those programs involves hosting galas – both those organized by the Center as well as galas put on by organizations and businesses around the community. After photographing a gala at the Center – designed by the incredibly talented event planner Kelly Peck from Something Fabulous – we were in awe of how aesthetically pleasing the building and venue spaces are! This is no ordinary center: every piece of the architecture and décor is a piece of art. This particular gala was held outdoors on the terrace. Greenery and tall shade trees surrounded us on all sides, and we had a perfect view of all of DC, including the National Mall. In the center of the terrace, a serene pool sparkled in the sunlight. A ring of fire in the center of the pool mesmerized guests as they enjoyed their dining experience . Kelly Peck combined luxury and sparkle with classic simplicity. We loved photographing all of the intricate details from the metallic mirrored bar to the colorful ombré flower arrangement. The Center has plenty of customizable venue spaces available. Whether you host in an atrium, foyer, lounge, gallery, or rooftop terrace, you can count on a memorable experience, and we would love the opportunity to showcase it for you through vivid, photojournalistic images. Contact us at [email protected] for more info. The post Gala Photographers Washington DC at The Kennedy Center appeared first on Event Photojournalism. via Blog – Event Photojournalism https://eventphotojournalism.com/gala-photographers-washington-dc-at-the-kennedy-center/ |
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