Event photography in Vancouver starts at $500 for two hours of coverage, with a full eight-hour day at $1,800. Every booking includes professional editing on every delivered image, high-resolution files, a private online gallery, and a commercial digital licence covering your organisation's website, social media, press releases and internal communications. Galleries are delivered within 3–5 business days.
Events I photograph
Corporate events, conferences, product launches, award nights, galas, fundraisers, networking events, community and cultural events, birthdays, anniversaries and private celebrations — throughout Metro Vancouver.
The approach is documentary: people, atmosphere, décor, candid interactions, speakers and performances, plus properly directed group photographs when they're needed.
Event photography pricing
| Coverage | Investment |
|---|---|
| 2 hours | $500 |
| 3 hours | $720 |
| 4 hours | $940 |
| 6 hours | $1,380 |
| 8 hours | $1,800 |
Add-ons: 1-minute vertical highlight video $250 · 48-hour priority gallery $150 · second photographer $175/hr · travel free within 30 km of Vancouver, $75 flat for 30–60 km.
Final delivery includes professionally selected and edited high-resolution images. RAW and unedited files are not included unless specifically agreed as part of a commercial production arrangement.
Included in every booking
- Professional on-location photography
- Candid documentary coverage
- Directed group photographs where appropriate
- Curated final gallery
- Colour correction and retouching on every delivered image
- High-resolution files and web-ready versions
- Private online gallery
- Commercial digital licence
- Delivery within 3–5 business days
Most events yield 40–60 finished photographs per hour.
Check availabilityFrequently asked
How much does an event photographer cost in Vancouver?
Metro Vancouver event photography typically runs $150–$400 per hour, with most established professionals sitting in the $250–$300 range. Oscar Leo Photography starts at $250 per hour with a two-hour minimum, and the effective hourly rate drops to $225 on an eight-hour booking.
How many photos will I receive?
Roughly 40–60 professionally edited images per hour, depending on the event. A four-hour event typically produces 160–240 finished photographs.
Can we use the photos for marketing?
Yes. Business bookings include a commercial digital licence for your own website, social media, press releases and internal communications. Paid advertising campaigns and third-party licensing are quoted separately.
How far in advance should we book?
Two to six weeks for most events. Conference season in spring and holiday parties in December book earlier.
Do you cover events outside Vancouver?
Yes. Travel is included within 30 km. A $75 flat fee applies for 30–60 km, covering Surrey, Coquitlam, Langley and Delta. Beyond that, quoted individually.