10 things to remember about event photos

1. If you are running the event, find someone else to take the pictures – you’ll always think you have more time for this kind of thing than you really do.

2. Crowd shots have limited value. You need a few, but people like to see faces.

3. Bring extra batteries, or film, or memory cards, or whatever it is you’ll need to keep the camera running.

4. The secret to taking great picture is taking lots of pictures.

5. Take lots of pictures of any kids who are present. They always make people feel good.

6. Don’t use pictures you would not want taken of you

7. Get people’s names.

8. Make a list of shots and/or people you know you want and then remember to take them.

9. Get action shots to go with the poses.

10. Share your photos – or why bother taking them? Put them on your Web site; share them over Facebook; send them to the local newspaper; and share them with your attendees.