Society

 As a photographer, whether amateur or professional, the prospect of covering community activities can be both exciting and intimidating. Social activities such as festivals and celebrations are excellent opportunities to meet people, take compelling photos and increase one’s portfolio. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when covering community activity photos.

Tips for covering Community Activity photos

Research the event. Knowing the vibe, size and type of event is key to figuring out equipment requirements and photo composition. Gathering this information in advance will also help a photographer determine the best place to shoot to get the most interesting shots.

Manage expectations. It’s important to have realistic expectations and determine a clear goal for the session. This will help photographers create a game plan so they know exactly what kind of images they’ll need to capture to cover the event’s story.

Communicate with attendees. Events typically foster a high level of energy and excitement and can be difficult to photograph without disrupting the momentum. It’s important to be respectful and mindful of participants as not all may want to be photographed, so it’s important to ask permission before taking a picture.

Be tactical. It’s important to consider one’s environment when shooting to make sure photos are well composed. Sweeping views of the venue or tight shots of particular activities often take advantage of the activity’s energy. With remote events, pictures are especially important to captivate viewers with the moment.

Ultimately, taking photos of community activities can be an incredibly rewarding experience. With the necessary research, communication, and knowledge, photographers can become a valued part of the event and capture amazing photos that everyone can appreciate.