Washington, DC is a popular destination for special events of all kinds. From corporate conferences and conventions to legislators visits organized by national professional associations, the city has something to offer everyone. The conference and convention photographers of Caught in the Moment Photography have many years of experience providing the special event photography for many of these special events and are always eager to help the special event planners that are in charge of planning and executing these types of special events. This is a first in a series of brief articles written by the conference and convention photographers of Caught in the Moment Photography that will describe some of the issues to take into account when planning a special event in and around Washington, DC.
Planning a special event in Washington DC can be a daunting task. Above and beyond the usual issues to take into account such as food and beverage and choosing experienced photographers to provide the special event photography there are many factors to consider, such as location, permits, security, and transportation.
Here are a couple of tips for planning a successful special event in Washington, DC:
- Choose the right location. The first step is to choose the right location for your special event. Consider the size of the special event, the type of event you are planning, and your budget. There are many different venues available in DC, from large convention centers to small intimate spaces.
- Get the necessary permits if these are required for the type of special event you are planning. Once you have chosen a location, you will need to obtain the necessary permits from the city. The process for obtaining permits can vary depending on the type of event you are planning. Be sure to start the permitting process early.
- Since this brief article is written by experienced conference and convention photographers used to providing photography services for many special events in and around Washington, DC we would be remiss by not including in this short list to hire an experienced photographer in order to document this particular event and to promote subsequent events.
