Event Photography: Why Do My Shots Feel So Flat? Need Advice!
I’m primarily a portrait photographer, but lately, I’ve been getting more requests for event photography. The issue is... I feel like my event photos just aren’t IT. I’m not sure what’s missing, but they don’t seem as dynamic or creative as I’d like them to be. I’m attaching a few examples to give you an idea of where I’m at. Also adding a portrait so you can compare it to my usual work.
I shoot with a Canon EOS R and usually rotate between a few lenses:
- EF 50mm f/1.2
- EF 24-70mm f/2.8
- EF 24mm f/1.4
For lighting, I’m using a Godox V1 flash. I struggle with getting shots at events of groups and especially in settings with limited lights. What am I missing? I know this is a very open-ended question but would love to hear your brainwaves.
Does anyone have advice on how to make event images more unique and creative? Also, if you know of any good courses or resources on event and flash photography, I’d love to hear about them!
