Event photography prices in Essex
If you want a clear starting point for event photography prices in Essex, I keep it simple: straightforward packages, clear add ons, and a tailored quote that shows the total cost upfront.
Event photography in Essex starts from £150 for the first hour.
If you want to see the style first, take a quick look at my event photography portfolio or head back to the Essex event photography page for the full overview.
What happens next: send a few details and I’ll come back with a clear quote for your date and plan.
I usually reply within one working day.
“Absolute legend, love the shots! I can see we’ll be using these for years to come!“
Mike – Lazydays Festival
Example packages
These examples use my standard event rates. If your timings or setup are a bit different, I’ll still quote clearly from the start.
2 hours coverage (Most Popular) – £230
Ideal if you want strong coverage of the key moments, the energy, and the atmosphere, without it feeling overdone.
- 2 hours coverage
- Edited photos delivered in one to three weeks
- Advanced editing included
- Private online gallery
4 hours coverage – £380
Best if you want to document much more of your event and tell a fuller story from start to finish.
- 4 hours coverage
- Edited photos delivered in one to three weeks
- Advanced editing included
- Private online gallery
Common add ons
- Extra time: £100 per additional hour
- Fast turnaround (3 days): £100
What affects the cost
To quote accurately and keep things simple, I mainly look at:
- Duration: how many hours you want covered and whether the timeline is fixed or flexible
- Location and travel: timing, travel time, plus practical needs like parking or accommodation if required
- Event type: what’s happening, how fast paced it is, and what matters most to you
- Corporate usage: if the images are for business use or specific channels, tell me up front so it’s covered properly
- Deadlines: if you need a fast turnaround or you have a hard delivery date, mention it when you enquire
If you include the date, location, and rough timings, I can usually quote accurately from the start.
What you get for the money
I’ve been photographing events professionally since 2003, with a calm, discreet approach that focuses on real moments, reactions, and atmosphere.
On the practical side, I’m public liability insured, I shoot with backup equipment, and I use dual card recording so images are saved to two cards as I work. After the event, files are backed up securely.
You’ll receive your photos via a private online gallery, with high resolution downloads and print options.
Pricing is designed to stay predictable: I’ll confirm what’s included and the total cost upfront in your quote before you commit.
Pricing FAQs
Answering some of the questions often asked regarding Photography Services by Jonathan Owen.
How much do you charge for event photography?
How long should I book you for?
Most clients book three to four hours for full coverage of an event.
What deposit do I need to pay?
A 30% deposit secures the date in my diary, ideally this should be paid as soon as possible to confirm the booking.
When do I pay the remaining balance?
For private clients, the remaining balance will be due before or on the day of the booking. For commercial clients, I can invoice and payment is due within 30 days.
Is travel included?
Travel is included in your tailored quote. Because every job is different, I price travel per booking, factoring in the location, timing, travel time, and practical requirements such as parking or accommodation where needed, so you see the total cost upfront.
Do you offer any discounts?
Yes, a 25% discount for registered charities, I’m always happy to support a good cause.
How is corporate photography priced, and what about usage rights?
Corporate photography follows the same pricing approach as my event photography. Once I know the date, location, how long you need covered, and the kind of images you need, I will come back to you with a tailored quote showing the total cost upfront.
If you have specific usage requirements for the images, include that in your enquiry and I will confirm what is covered as part of the quote.
Check availability
If you’re ready, send over the date, location, and rough timings and I’ll come back with a clear quote.
I usually reply within one working day.
If your event is unusual, multi venue, or you have specific business usage requirements, use the contact page and add a bit more detail.