Event Photographer in Cardiff, Wales and across the UK.
Good event photography starts with paying attention. To people, to place, and to what’s happening in the event. It’s about producing clear, honest images that show what the event was actually like and give clients photographs they can use for communication, promotion and as a visual document of the day.
Based in Cardiff, I provide professional event photography across Wales and throughout the UK. I work with brands, organisations and event teams to photograph conferences, cultural events, brand launches, retreats and public events, delivering consistent, high-quality images for marketing, PR and editorial use.
The Do Lectures 2024
Professional event photography: my approach
Strong event photography relies on preparation, timing and observation. Events move quickly, so understanding the flow of the day is essential.
Before every event, I review schedules, key moments and locations. I arrive early to assess light, layout and movement, allowing me to work efficiently once the event begins. This approach helps capture moments as they unfold, without disruption or staging.
Coverage focuses on:
• People and interactions.
• Wide images showing scale and setting.
• Mid-range images of interaction and engagement.
• Close details that add context and atmosphere.
Together, these create a complete visual record suitable for websites, press coverage, reports and social media.
Who I work with.
• Brands and agencies
• Cultural, educational and ideas-led events
• Arts organisations and festivals
• Charities and public sector teams
• Conference and event organisers
Clients often need photography that serves multiple purposes, promotion, documentation, funding, and future marketing. Clear communication before the event ensures the photography aligns with those needs.
Event Photography Case Studies
The Do Lectures, Cardigan, Wales
I’ve been lucky enough to photographed The Do Lectures three times over the years.
The Do Lectures are an annual, intimate event held in West Wales, founded in 2008 by Clare and David Hieatt. Set in a rural landscape on their farm in Cardigan, the gathering brings together people who care about ideas, making and doing. Through talks, workshops and shared time, the focus is on curiosity, action and positive change, not passive listening, but real engagement and community. The brief was to capture the talks, portraits of the speakers, workshops and informal conversations that define the event.
The photography has been used across digital platforms and social media to promote future events and communicate the ethos of The Do Lectures to a global audience. My images are also featured in a Do Book Co book called Do Curate which was written by Clare Hieatt.
The Do Lectures 2024
A Yarn Story Knitting Retreat, Royal Crescent Hotel, Bath
This project involved event photography at a creative knitting retreat hosted by A Yarn Story, a well-loved luxury yarn shop on Walcot Street in Bath, known for its carefully curated range of hand-dyed and high-quality fibres and its warm, community-centred atmosphere.
The retreat was led by Carmen Schmidt, founder and owner of A Yarn Story, who started the shop in 2014 after discovering a deep passion for knitting and the creative community that surrounds it. Set in the elegant Royal Crescent Hotel, the event celebrated craft, connection and skill-sharing, bringing knitters together for workshops, conversation and hands-on creativity.
Photography blended lifestyle and documentary styles to show hands at work, the rich textures of yarn, group interactions and the calm, immersive atmosphere of the retreat. The images were used to support marketing, social media and editorial content, helping communicate the experience, aesthetic and community focus of the event.
A Yarn Story Knitting retreat, Royal Crescent Hotel, Bath, 2025.
Cardiff City of Arcades Day, 2024
Cardiff City of Arcades Day is a public cultural event celebrating the city’s historic arcades. I photographed the 2023 and 2024 event across multiple locations, documenting activities, performances, traders and visitors.
The resulting images provided a visual record of the event and were used by organisers and partners to promote Cardiff’s arcades as active, social spaces within the city.
Cardiff City of Arcades Day 2024
Why Hire a Professional Event Photographer?
Professional event photography extends the value of an event beyond the day itself. High-quality images support marketing, press coverage and future promotion.
Compared to smartphone photography, professional coverage offers:
• Consistent image quality
• Reliable low-light performance
• Clear storytelling and structure
• Images ready for professional use
Good photography protects the time, budget and effort invested in an event.
Event Photography FAQs
What is event photography?
Event photography documents conferences, corporate events, festivals, launches and public gatherings. It focuses on atmosphere, key moments and audience engagement.
Do you cover events outside Cardiff and Wales?
Yes. While based in Cardiff, I work across the UK, including London, Bristol, Bath and Birmingham.
Can you photograph multi-day events or conferences?
Yes. I regularly provide event photography for events spanning multiple days, ensuring consistent coverage throughout.
How quickly are event photos delivered?
Delivery times vary by event, but images are supplied promptly, with priority highlights available when needed.
What types of events do you photograph?
I photograph conferences, corporate events, brand launches, cultural festivals, retreats and public events.
Event Photographer Cardiff and UK
Event photography is about people coming together around ideas, creativity and purpose. Each event has its own rhythm, and photography helps capture that story clearly and honestly.
If you are looking for an event photographer in Cardiff, Wales or anywhere in the UK, I would be happy to help. Get in touch to discuss your event and coverage needs.
You can see examples of my event photography work here.
