
Events / Holiday parties / Photography
Holiday party photography in Connecticut
We photograph holiday parties so you remember the feel of the season, not just the faces. The light, the decorations and the people all play their part.
What the photographer focuses on
Candid moments between guests
Conversations, toasts and laughter that show how the party really went.
Festive lighting and decor
Warm lights, candles and trees give the pictures a seasonal look, so we work with the room rather than against it.
Children and the gift moments
Children opening presents or meeting a visitor in costume, which only happens once a year.
Group photos by the tree or table
An organized family or team picture in front of the best backdrop in the venue.
Styles and variations
Family gathering
Close, candid coverage of generations around the table or tree.
Corporate holiday party
A mix of group shots, award moments and candid pictures of colleagues enjoying the night.
Photo corner
A simple, decorated backdrop where guests can have quick portraits taken during the evening.
Ready to plan your holiday parties photography?
Tell us what you want to make and where it will be used. We will talk through the plan with you.
How we go about it
1. Talk through the day
We learn what matters most about your holiday parties: the people, the traditions and the moments you cannot miss.
2. Plan the schedule and must-have shots
You tell us the family groups and key moments. We agree on the plan before the day.
3. Check the venue and light
We look at where events happen and how the light behaves, so we are in the right place.
4. Photograph without getting in the way
We stay close to the action but unobtrusive, so people can relax and be themselves.
5. Select and edit
We choose the strongest images and edit them for a consistent, natural look.
What you receive
Deliverables for your holiday parties are agreed with you before the day, so you know what to expect. We do not set one package for everyone, because the right coverage depends on your event.
Tell us where you plan to share the results, such as a family album, a website or social media, and we will prepare them for those places.
Also see holiday parties videography
Holiday parties videography
Holiday traditions are full of sound, from carols and blessings to the shouting of a countdown. Video keeps the sound of your gathering and the voices of the people in it.
How videography works
Other events we cover
WeddingsPhotos and film that hold on to the people, the promises and the small moments of your day.
Bar and Bat MitzvahsCoverage of the service, the celebration and the milestone moments that make the day a family memory.
QuinceaƱerasPhoto and film of the traditions, the dances and the celebration of a girl's fifteenth birthday.
Sweet 16sFun, stylish coverage of a milestone party planned around the birthday teen and her friends.
BirthdaysNatural, joyful coverage of birthday parties for kids, adults and milestone celebrations.
GraduationsThe walk, the cap toss and the hugs that follow.
Bridal showersThe laughter, gifts and games before the big day.
Baby showersGifts, games and the first glimpse of a growing family.
AnniversariesYears together, told through people and stories.
ConcertsCapture the energy of the stage and the crowd in front of it.
PromsRemember the night with portraits, dancing and the details.
ConferencesShow the speakers, sessions and connections that made the event.
Corporate eventsDocument company milestones, launches and team gatherings.
Fundraisers and galasTell the story of your cause and thank the people who gave.
Common questions
Can you photograph a company holiday party?
Yes. We cover team events, awards and group photos, and we can give your marketing team useful pictures for later.
Will you use flash at the party?
We use light thoughtfully to keep the mood of the room. We will adjust to the setting and the atmosphere.
Ready to plan your holiday parties photography?
Tell us what you want to make and where it will be used. We will talk through the plan with you.
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Email tyler@legendphotoandfilm.com or call 860-255-8802.
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