Event Photography

I photograph events for businesses, event organisers, agencies and venues. Based in Leicestershire, I provide event photography in London, Birmingham and across the UK, covering product launches, awards ceremonies, gala dinners, receptions and networking events.

From room setups and branding to guest interactions, presentations and celebrations, I capture the people and details that tell the story of your event. The photographs give you material for marketing, PR, social media and internal communications.

Paddy McGuinness smiling and gesturing from a lectern against a blue-lit stage backdrop.
Guests gathering beneath the illuminated arches of the Serpentine Pavilion at an evening reception.
Three guests in black tie posing together against a gold sequin backdrop at a corporate Christmas party.
Smiling bartender pouring a drink at an Aston Villa hospitality event.
Kevin McCloud posing with a blue telephone inside a pink promotional phone box at Grand Designs Live.
Food being plated in an open kitchen during an England Rugby media dinner.
Long dining table with floral arrangements beneath illuminated arches in the crypt of St Paul’s Cathedral, London.
Daniel Lismore wearing an ornate headdress and a red-and-blue outfit at a Vivienne Westwood event at Christie’s.
Performers in yellow shirts raising their arms on stage during a fundraising concert.
DJ performing beside a dinosaur skeleton display at a Christie’s evening event.
Guests seated at round tables facing an illuminated stage during an awards dinner at the QEII Centre.
Live band performing with guitars and drums against a gold sequin backdrop at the Titanic Hotel.

Recent event photography

Guests gathered beneath the pink illuminated Westwood sign at Christie’s in London.

Christie’s: Vivienne Westwood

At Christie’s King Street salerooms in London, I photographed an event ahead of the sale of Vivienne Westwood’s personal collection, covering the guests, displays, talks and portraits.

View the Christie’s case study.

Guests networking beneath hanging plants at SUSHISAMBA London.

SUSHISAMBA client event

Working with One PR Events at SUSHISAMBA London, I photographed a spring client event, capturing guest conversations, hospitality and live performances across the venue.

View the SUSHISAMBA case study.

Guests at The Star Trust Ball beneath the purple-lit ceiling at Rutland Hall.

The Star Trust Ball

At Rutland Hall Hotel & Spa, my coverage followed The Star Trust Ball from daytime Aston Martin test drives to the evening auction, entertainment and dance floor. The photographs were ready the following day.

View the Star Trust case study.

Delivery and image use

I usually deliver your finished photographs within 1–2 days of your event via Pixieset, where you can download your images. Occasionally, larger events take longer.

If you need a small selection during the event for PR or social media, I can provide this by prior arrangement. This requires a scheduled break of around 20 minutes in photography coverage so I can prepare and deliver those images.

Unlimited usage of the supplied photographs is included.

Conferences and exhibitions

For keynote presentations, panel discussions and delegate networking, explore my conference photography services.

For exhibition stands, visitor activity and show coverage, explore my exhibition and trade show photography.

Photography enquiries

Please get in touch to discuss photography for your event.

Or email info@smdphotography.co.uk.

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