Event Photographer in London & Surrey
Welcome to Jools Hart Photography, From vibrant parties to community events, I offer relaxed and professional event photography across London & Surrey. I’ll capture the atmosphere, moments, and interactions that matter, in a natural and creative style.
A celebration to last throughout the years
Private events are all about celebrating special moments with family, friends, or colleagues in a more intimate setting. Whether it’s a milestone birthday, anniversary, engagement party, or private corporate gathering, these events bring people together to create lasting memories.
Professional private event photography ensures that every key moment is captured naturally and beautifully.
From candid interactions and heartfelt speeches to the finer details of the venue and décor, high-quality images help you relive the occasion for years to come.
Consultation
Successful private events are all about celebrating meaningful moments with the people who matter most.
Careful planning and collaboration ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience.
During our consultation, we’ll discuss your event’s key moments and any special details you’d like captured, ensuring a clear vision for your photography.
My approach is professional yet unobtrusive, allowing you and your guests to feel comfortable while I document the event naturally and authentically.
With my experience and attention to detail, I’ll create a collection of images that beautifully capture the atmosphere, emotions, and essence of your private event.
The Shoot
On the day of your private event, I’ll work seamlessly within the venue, adapting to the lighting and schedule to capture every special moment naturally and professionally.
Whether it’s a birthday celebration, anniversary, engagement, Christmas Party or intimate gathering, I’ll document the atmosphere, interactions, and meaningful details that make your event unique.
It’s important to capture the event as it unfolds, preserving authentic moments that reflect the joy and connection shared among your guests.
With a mix of reportage and carefully composed shots, I’ll create a collection of high-quality images that allow you to relive the essence of your special occasion for years to come.
Location
No matter the venue, whether it’s a private home, a stylish event space, a marquee, or an outdoor setting, I adapt to the environment to capture your event at its best.
With experience working in a variety of locations, I ensure that lighting, composition, and angles are expertly handled to deliver professional, high-quality images.
My approach is discreet yet attentive, allowing me to document key moments naturally while ensuring the event flows smoothly without disruption.
So wherever your private event takes place, I’ll create images that reflect its atmosphere, emotion, and significance.
Editing
Following your event, I’ll review your images and choose the best images that high
I will professionally edit them for lighting, colour balance, and to remove any marks or blemishes.
With over 30 years of experience and advanced Photoshop skills, your images are in good hands.
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Gallery
Your final images will be delivered via an online gallery which can be shared with Family and Friends.
These high-resolution images will be fully downloadable directly from the gallery, ensuring easy access for use across all platforms.
You will also receive a branded USB stick with all the images on for a great keep sake.
My Approach to Event Photography
I believe the best event photography captures genuine moments while maintaining a professional, polished look. My approach is unobtrusive yet attentive, ensuring I document key moments, interactions, and the overall atmosphere naturally. By blending candid shots with well-composed images, I provide a collection of photographs that showcase the energy, engagement, and professionalism of your event, helping you tell a compelling visual story.
Events Tailored to Your Needs
Reportage Photography
This documentary-style approach focuses on capturing natural, unposed moments as they unfold, allowing the true energy and emotion of your private event to shine through. From candid laughter and intimate conversations to heartfelt reactions, these images tell the authentic story of your celebration.
Formal & Posed Portraits
For those special moments that call for polished and professional imagery—whether it’s a group photo, individual portraits, or a posed family shot—this style ensures everyone looks their best. These images are perfect for keepsakes and sharing with loved ones.
Detail Shots
Capturing the finer details—like décor, florals, table settings, and other personal touches—highlights the thought and care that went into planning your event. These images help preserve the unique atmosphere of your celebration.
Interaction & Candid Moments
This style focuses on guests engaging, mingling, and sharing special moments together. It captures the true spirit of your event, whether it’s laughter, touching exchanges, or spontaneous interactions.
Wide-Angle & Atmosphere Shots
Capturing the venue, the setting, and the overall atmosphere of your private event provides a sense of scale and context. These shots help convey the ambiance and the special nature of the occasion.
Feel free to let me know if you’d like any changes to suit your specific style or event!
Why do I need to hire a Professional Event Photographer?
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Quality Photography: Professional photographers excel in capturing high-quality images that immortalize the unique moments and emotions of your special event.
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Comprehensive Coverage: A professional photographer ensures thorough documentation of all aspects of your occasion, from significant moments to subtle details, creating a comprehensive visual narrative.
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Creative Perspective: With a keen eye for creativity, professional photographers bring fresh perspectives to your special occasions, capturing unique angles and emotions that add depth and authenticity to your memories.
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Reliability: Professional photographers are dependable and punctual, guaranteeing that they'll be present to capture every important moment of your event without any hiccups.
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Personalized Service: Professional event photographers tailor their services to suit your specific needs and preferences, ensuring that they capture the essence and atmosphere of your special occasion exactly as you envision it.
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Enhanced Enjoyment: By entrusting the photography to a professional, you can fully immerse yourself in the moment and enjoy your special occasion without worrying about capturing every detail yourself.
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Lasting Memories: Professionally captured images serve as timeless mementos of your special occasion, allowing you to relive the joy and emotions for years to come and share them with loved ones.
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Professionalism: Professional photographers conduct themselves with professionalism and discretion, respecting the privacy and comfort of you and your guests while seamlessly blending into the event.
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Stress Reduction: Handing over the photography responsibilities to a professional alleviates stress and allows you to focus on savoring each moment and creating cherished memories with your loved ones.
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Customized Packages: Professional photographers offer customized packages to meet your specific needs and budget, ensuring that you receive personalized service and exceptional results tailored to your special occasion. Their expertise in documentary, reportage, and unobtrusive photography styles ensures that your event is captured authentically and without intrusion, preserving the natural flow and emotions of the day.
Why Work With Jools?
Working with a photographer should never feel awkward or overwhelming. I keep things simple, relaxed, and professional and most importantly, I ensure the job is done efficiently, with great results and minimal fuss.
Whether I’m photographing a busy industrial site, a boardroom full of directors, or a lifestyle shoot for a small business owner, I bring a calm presence, a sharp creative eye, and years of experience working with people from all backgrounds.
I know how to put people at ease, work swiftly on-site, and deliver polished, on-brand images that you'll genuinely want to use.
I take a friendly, approachable, sociable, and flexible approach, always keeping professionalism at the forefront.
Each shoot is tailored to your specific needs – no one-size-fits-all approach here – and I handle everything from the logistics to the final retouch.
Shoots should be fun, so lets get the kettle on
As a professional corporate event photographer, I provide tailored business event photography across London & Surrey and beyond. From conferences and seminars to trade shows and product launches, I specialise in dynamic, high-quality imagery that reflects your brand’s energy and professionalism.
I cover all types of corporate occasions – including team-building days, award ceremonies, gala dinners, company parties, and the all-important Christmas office celebration. Whether you’re hosting a formal event or a more relaxed gathering, I offer B2B event photography that captures natural interactions, key moments, and branded experiences with style and precision.
I also offer on-site executive portraits and headshots, perfect for event press releases, internal communications, websites and social media. It’s a great opportunity to refresh your team’s imagery while everyone’s together.
Conference Photography & Business Event Coverage
As your dedicated conference photographer, I deliver comprehensive, unobtrusive coverage of keynote talks, panel discussions, networking sessions, branded installations and everything in between. Using a mix of documentary and reportage styles, I capture your event as it unfolds — with clarity, authenticity, and an eye for detail.
I work seamlessly with your event team and schedule to ensure smooth, discreet coverage without disruption. My friendly, professional approach and use of professional-grade equipment means sharp, vibrant results every time.
Post-Event Delivery & Brand-Ready Content
After the event, all images are professionally edited and retouched to a consistent, polished standard — ready for marketing campaigns, PR, social media, presentations, or internal use. With years of experience in corporate branding photography, I ensure your visuals align with your messaging and values.
Where I Work – Local & Nationwide Coverage
I offer flexible corporate event photography packages across:
South East – including London & Surrey
And UK-wide for conferences, team events, and business gatherings
Whether you need a few hours or full-day coverage, I’ll work closely with you to create professional, on-brand photography that makes your event stand out.