Convention Photography, Conference Photography, and Annual Meeting Photography in Spokane Washington
As an experienced event photographer in San Diego since 2009 and Dallas since 2015, Morton Visuals has specialized in convention photography and photography for conferences and annual meetings for the last 13 years. Now based in north Idaho, we are able to serve Spokane Washington. We cover a variety of business meetings, annual conferences, and large-scale conventions. We aim to offer not just Spokane event photography but to be the best Spokane convention photographer in the Inland Northwest!
We are available and have photographed at several Spokane locations, including the Spokane Convention Center, the Davenport Grand Hotel, the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Spokane, the Hilton Hotel Spokane City Center, and many others. We are also proud member partners of Visit Spokane.
All images Copyright William Morton.
Our team is committed to professionalism, and we specialize in corporate photography. Therefore, we are extremely familiar with how specific photos can benefit a campaign, brand, or company. The fact that we have 30 years of professional photography experience, redundant (top-of-the-line) equipment, and the confidence to describe ourselves as experts makes us the right choice to handle your corporate event photography.
Every year we photograph events for several repeat clients. William has first-hand knowledge of VIPs and key personnel, and of how the event flows, so clients can keep consistency in their approach from year to year.
Morton Visuals specializes in the capture of key moments. As an expert at blending into the background, we can take pictures discreetly — or participate in the festivities, encouraging guests to get into the spirit.
Over the past couple of years we’ve been increasingly asked to provide professional headshots at Spokane conferences, even when an organization has their own in-house photo & video team.
Our team has covered conventions as well as academic and medical conferences. Additionally, we have covered trade shows and organizations. Cvent, the global leader in event management, has written an article that explains the differences between conventions, conferences and trade shows.
Event Photography by Morton Visuals: Key Benefits
★ Experienced — Since 2004, Morton Visuals has been covering events. From 2009, we’ve been specializing in convention photography and conference photography. We have been shooting large-scale events for over 12 years at Morton Visuals.
★ Nationwide Service — We can bring our high-quality, high-tech systems to your event site at your request. Morton Visuals has handled events in multiple cities throughout the nation. Please see the list below.
★ Multi-year Contracts — Know what you’re getting into! Our firm’s ability to lock in pricing and contracts for multiple years at a time allows you to move your event from city to city. This will help you maintain consistency with your marketing pictures in terms of budget, price, and quality over the course of the year.
★ Social Media — Morton Visuals offers a variety of options for delivering near real-time images to your social media accounts, which will enable you to serve both your attendees and your online community. Throughout the day, we can provide select images of highlights or provide a summary of the highlights at the end. Send out a slideshow the following morning or make sure your social media feeds remain current.
★ Professional Headshots — Morton Visuals has most recently been adding professional headshots at conferences. This is great as a value-added benefit for guests, staff, or VIPs! And if sponsored, can provide advertising exposure for your sponsor.
★ Group Portraits — Often these larger events are one of the only times the full Board of Directors are all together. We can create a beautiful group portrait of the executives, the staff, or any notable group at your event.
★ Quality Images — All images are properly exposed, colored, and cropped. We remove unwanted images by removing blinks and images captured in the middle of a word. We can provide images that are crucial to successful marketing. You will also find images with different orientations, extra space for text placement, varying angles, and so on. We always strive to provide images that are marketable to promote next year’s event.
★ Efficient Delivery — Although the length of time it takes each project to be completed will vary based on how many days or hours we photograph, we always manage to meet our deadlines. According to the number of full-resolution images to be delivered, the final images are placed on a USB thumb drive or hard drive with a large capacity. Online services, such as Dropbox, allow us to deliver “web-sized” images more quickly as well. No matter what, we will do our best to meet your needs.
★ Cost Effective — We understand that marketing budgets are tight, so we do our best to work within those limits. Unlike other photographers, we don’t attempt to be the cheapest. The unique aspect of Morton Visuals is that our images are capable of being used in a variety of ways, and for multiple purposes.
As well as capturing your major events, we use photography to market your organization or company all year round.
An annual meeting or conference is a great opportunity to capture updated team photos for use on sites, advertising materials, or social media content. You will be surprised at what you can do with just one event! Our customers return year after year because of this.
Experienced with Many Venues
Below you can find an overview of some of the many venues and cities where we have conducted convention photography or conference photography in the recent past. Here are some highlights:
- San Diego Convention Center ✪
- Anaheim Convention Center ✪
- Los Angeles Convention Center ✪
- Sacramento Convention Center
- Palm Springs Convention Center ✪
- Las Vegas Convention Center ✪
- Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center (Dallas) ✪
- Henry B Gonzalez Convention Center (San Antonio)
- George R. Brown Convention Center (Houston)
- Nashville Music Center ✪
✪ indicates that we’ve worked at the venue multiple times
Our team has travelled extensively and worked in many different settings. There’s a good chance we know someone at the very venue where you’re planning to hold your event, or at least have familiarity with the venue’s layout and flow.
Event Photography References
Read some of Morton Visuals’ past customers’ testimonials and recommendations here. Among our favorites are these:
- “He was very easy to work with, was on time for all sessions and delivered the photos when promised.”
- “…reliable, professional and very consistent in a variety of photographic situations. “
- “Most important is his integrity – he does what he says he is going to do.”
- “He has a unique ability to capture just the right moment.”
A page of recommendations & testimonials can be viewed here.
Spokane Convention Photography
In general, conventions are large events with members representing various companies and groups. Trade and business activities are often the main focus. Trade shows and exhibit halls are sometimes part of conventions where sponsors display their latest products and services.
Apart from on-site events, conventions may also include off-site activities that take advantage of a region’s attractions. There are many options for activities after hours. Companies typically invest a large amount to be showcased at a convention.
Attendance numbers are usually easy to calculate, and that number is often inflated by marketing materials from previous years’ events. We ensure the highest level of participation from both sponsors and attendees when you choose Morton Visuals for your convention photography.
Capturing Speakers on Stage
Conferences and conventions typically feature speakers. Organization members are sometimes invited to speak. The keynotes are typically delivered by an outside speaker to reinforce company or organization values. Photographs of these speakers should be flattering. Most event planners spend a great deal of money on those high-paying speakers.
VIPs are prominently pictured at convention photos, which is extremely helpful to promote the events that follow.
Whether they are celebrities or top executives, Morton Visuals has always focused on these key people. Williams’ timing is excellent; he captures every smile and focused expression. Photographing events from every angle, including backstage, offers a range of images for promotional use as well as social media.
Engagement and Interaction in Convention Photography
During the planning process, meeting planners usually have a few primary objectives. Among them are educational and inspirational presentations, engagement, interaction, and promotion. Attendees receive significant benefits as a result.
Trade shows and exhibit halls can be used by sponsors as an opportunity to promote their products or services. Attendees are usually delighted to engage with representatives from show sponsors. This is true regardless of whether the organization is an academic institution or an MLM company. Morton Visuals offers convention photography that captures the interaction among attendees. For instance, consider this handshake between a vendor and a (potential) customer.
Planning teams love showing sponsors how engaged their attendees were with them!
Spokane Conference Photography
Education and information exchange are typically the focus of conferences. Organizations in the academic, medical, and trade sectors often hold these events. The meetings are usually geared more toward presentations and a bit smaller than conventions. It is possible to plan a variety of activities, like keynote speakers, breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and large general sessions.
It is common for conference budgets to be smaller, since sponsors are less likely to invest in an event for the chance to market their products. You’re in the right place – with our event photography packages, there should be something that fits your needs.
If you want sponsors and potential attendees to be interested in your event, conference photography is of great importance. Highlight the experiences, learning, and networking attendees will enjoy at your event.
Helpful Tips for Event Photography
Our blog contains plenty of helpful articles to help you plan a successful event. These may be of interest to you:
- The Importance of Event Lighting – Let us help you make the best possible impression on your attendees.
- What Does It Take To Capture Event Photography – We use the most modern equipment, with redundant gear to ensure success.
- (Making the) Best Use of Your Event Photographer – We provide you with greater value by striving to go the extra mile.
- Conference Headshots – An increasingly popular added benefit at your event
Additionally, you should work with the Visitors and Convention Bureau of the city you are visiting. These services can provide you with knowledgeable professionals who can assist you in all aspects of your event. It is a pleasure to work with Visit Dallas!
Do you have an event coming up that could benefit from corporate event photography? Do you have a Request for Proposal (RFP) for event photography? Contact us to see how we can help you!