EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY

Capture the real moments that make your event unforgettable

Your event has its own personality

I capture it.

Events have spark. That static hum of a festival speaker system moments before the headline act drops. The electric charge that ripples through a crowd.

The quiet smile and slight melt when someone discovers their new favourite dish at a food festival. Strangers lost together in the beat.

Staff feeling genuinely valued by their team. Someone catching their friend's eye across the room and just getting it.

Humans remembering what this is all about.

Your event happens once, but great photos make it live forever.

I'm there for the moments you're too busy organizing to notice - the genuine joy, the crowd going absolutely wild, the behind-the-scenes chaos that somehow comes together perfectly.

Sports events, food festivals, Christmas markets, multi-day music festivals, firework displays, staff celebrations, art exhibitions, private parties - whatever you're running, I capture the energy and the heart of it.

Because anyone can photograph what's scheduled. I'm here for what actually matters: the real, unscripted moments that show people had a bloody good time.

People dancing and embracing outdoors under a canopy during daytime
Group of people at an outdoor event, some raising their hands, with trees in the background.
Group of women participating in a dancing or fitness activity under a yellow canopy, with one woman in a white shirt and others in colorful casual clothing.

Why Choose Me?

I'm all about the candid moments, not just the main stage stuff.

Anyone can point a camera at the scheduled acts, but I'm hunting for the real heart of your event - those genuine conversations during breaks, the spontaneous joy in the crowd, the moments that show people are actually having a brilliant time. That's the good stuff. That’s the stuff people love to see on socials and when planning to come next year.

You get variety - the standout hero shots plus loads of solid supporting images.

Perfect for promo materials, social media, your website, whatever you need. Think of it like a full toolkit rather than just a handful of pretty pictures. I work with you to define the vision, can provide creative direction, and help you get what you want, as well as allowing some flexibility to see what happens.

Flexible usage rights

I own the images, but you get full rights. It’s like buying a pair of socks. You can use images on your socials, website, promotional materials, to hang in your office or studio, your phone wallpaper. It’s up to you. I’ll use images on my own socials and website as portfolio pieces and proof of work. However, these are flexible.

I've worked across all kinds of events, so I adapt to whatever you've got going on.

Intimate creative workshops, Hyrox-styled competitions, art and craft fairs, high-energy festivals, run club meet-ups, staff Christmas party, or summer BBQ - each has its own rhythm, vibe, and goals. I get that, have lived it, which means no awkward learning curve on your dime.

I show up early and stay late.

You're paying for my time and experience, sure, but I genuinely want to capture the full story - the setup energy, the main event, and those natural wind-down moments when people are still buzzing. And honestly, I just adore the event experience, and am happy to be there.

Quick turnaround, usually within two weeks (often faster)

Because I understand the fast pace of event marketing, I aim to deliver up to 10 initial shots within 48 hours for you to share, then the rest within 14 days. Business shots and full galleries can take up to two weeks. Efficient process, but I never cut corners on quality - every photo gets the attention it deserves.

Rosy - Look Lively

I booked Mike for a corporate lunchtime BBQ event, and I couldn’t be happier with the results! He was incredibly professional and friendly, blending seamlessly into the event and capturing all the key moments without ever interrupting the flow. The photos are brilliant, they really showcase the natural social interactions and the highlights of the day. I was impressed with how well he captured the atmosphere.

Highly recommend Mike and we’ll definitely be using him again for future events!

Alex Howarth - Norwich Yoga Festival

Mike was great to work with. Clear communication ahead of the event, on the day I had so much lovely feedback from festival goers too. Once we received the photos, we couldn't have been happier.

I look forward to working with mike at future festivals and events.

Thanks for everything Mike

Some People I’ve Worked With

Text reading 'Norwich Yoga Festival' on a dark green background.
Logo for DJ TYSSEI Sound System in a digital, stylized font, on a black background.
Colorful background with the text 'First Light Festival' in black and blue letters.
Thurston Butchers logo with gray background, black and orange text
Yellow background with white text saying "LOOK LIVELY".
Lyndard Colley Workshop logo with a black bird, a yellow background, and the text "Lyndard Colley Workshop" around the bird. The slogan "Every child, every opportunity, every time" is at the bottom.
Revolution Fitness logo with white and red text on a dark background.
Text reading 'FRESHLY CREATED' with 'CREATED' styled with American flag pattern on a black background.
Logo for Flow & Glow Reformer Pilates, featuring a silhouette of a woman on a reformer Pilates machine inside a crescent moon.
Logo for Amanda Bligh Wellness with her name written in a stylish script and wellness written underneath in capital letters.
People dancing and enjoying outdoor music festival on a sunny day in a park, with green trees in the background.
People dancing and hugging outdoors under a tent, celebrating and enjoying a sunny day.
Group of women dancing under a yellow canopy at an outdoor event, with trees visible in the background.
People participating in an outdoor yoga class, holding poses with their arms raised, surrounded by greenery.
Two women smiling and shaking hands at an outdoor event, with others visible in the background.
Two men smiling indoors, with colorful lighting and a bright yellow light in the background. One has his arm around the other.
A group of young people at a lively party, dancing and socializing in a room illuminated with green and blue lights, with some holding drinks and others using their phones.
Group of people running outdoors in a field, with two women at the front smiling and making peace signs.
A man with glasses and a beard is celebrating with a fist pump at a fitness event, surrounded by a group of women and men in workout attire, in a gym or fitness studio.
A woman is lifting a barbell at a gym, with a man standing behind her observing, in a busy workout environment.
Two friends at a music outdoor festival, making hand gestures, smiling, and sticking out tongues, with a crowd and trees in the background.
Group of people at an outdoor music event, with some raising their hands and smiling.

Let’s get the ball rolling.

mike@mikearnold.co.uk
07447 931401

📍Suffolk, UK