This week we got 2 calls from event planners at the very last minute looking for us to provide photography at their event. By last minute I mean, calling at 8am to see if we could be at the Hyatt Grand Champions by 8:30am! I love those kind of calls, keeps me on my toes!
But what was interesting in both cases was that the event planners had been tasked to take photographs during the event. I saw this a lot last year. The person in charge of planning rooms, meals, travel and a thousand details also had a little point-and-shoot camera in their hand to take the casual candid photographs in their spare time. They would hire us for the difficult stuff like group photographs. But I understand. The entire industry is under orders to do the same as before, but for half the cost.
This time, both of the event planners put their foot down and told their client that they needed to hire a professional if they wanted professional results. I'm quite impressed! Maybe it's a trend of a little push-back. I like it because both events allowed me to hear interesting presentations and see fun stuff. Oh, and I got paid!
It's a good trend!
Rand Larson
Palm Springs Photographer
www.MorningstarProductions.com
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