There is no definitive piece of event photography software, event photographers use what suits them best and the choice is as individual as the style of their photography, so what do event photographers use?

ExpressDigital

Without a doubt, the only PC software designed from the ground up to suit the work of event photographers is Express Digital, which comes in several versions, 2 of which are the Core and Pro versions. Core is a standalone version that allows the use from Chroma-Key (green screen), templates for logo overlays to full magazine covers. Basic image editing is available and it easily integrates with Photoshop for more advanced editing.

On the business front, you can design print packages and set prices, a fully integrated system. One of the main advantages is that in a matter of minutes almost anyone can learn the basic functionality they need to know to start selling their event photography. It is possible to use a multi-monitor setup where the customer only sees the image and the operator can see all the tools on the customer. Integrated FTP, the use of Hot Folders and integrated camera tethering mean you’ll never be short of a way to get images into the program.

The closest you can get to this specifically designed for the Apple MAC is TEPS-X

adobe light room

With the release of version 3, it is becoming extremely popular among various event photographers. It is possible to configure a second monitor system similar to express digital, as well as the ability to configure print packages and different page layouts. While you can’t create a magazine template, you can easily set it up to overlay a corporate logo.

Lightroom has one of the best auto white balance tools out there and if you’re shooting in tough conditions like indoor horse riding, all it takes is a click to quickly figure things out. This is where Lightroom surpasses many other programs, the power and precision of its editing tools are second to none. If you want a specific image effect, simply create one or download one of the many available.

There are other built-in tools such as automatic import and the ability to use keywords as the image is imported, along with the ability to set all sorts of image export levels, which is great for serving digital media.

Looking for something similar for a MAC then look opening gold photo station which is available for both Windows and MAC.

picasso

If you want simplicity and you want it for free, you might be surprised at how easily you can integrate this FREE software into your workflow. This does exactly what is required for many event photographers and while it lacks the whistles and bells of expensive paid software, it is very effective. Do you need to crop, or quickly switch to black and white or increase the contrast? Well, you can do it with ease. Available in Windows and MAC versions.

photoshop

The great father of image processing also has its place in event photography. The real trick is knowing how to harness power quickly and efficiently for general use while letting the power of a steam hammer solve tough problems. Photoshop users have always used shortcut keys to speed up workflow, but it hides the ability to program function keys: set them up to quickly access the features you need, and you’re good to go. No other program touches it when it comes to recovering images, but hopefully, as a good event photographer, such incidents will be few and far between.

filezilla

When it comes to sending the image to the computer, Filezilla is one of the most widely used FTP server software that will allow easy connection with a wireless transmitter. As freeware, it does the job perfectly. Filezilla is also available as an FTP client if you just want to upload images to a website or server.

There are many similar programs like Blackmoon FTP gold Cute-FTP.

green screen assistant

Several programs offer built-in Chroma Key (green screen), such as Express Digital or TEPS-X, but none of them are as powerful as a dedicated piece of software like Green Screen Wizard. It is possible to create complete magazine templates that include multiple overlapping and overlapping layers. Recent additions have included the ability to add realistic shadows and an automated events mode.

A well-respected alternative is FX Pro

training ground

Like the idea of ​​running PC software on your Apple MAC, then an emulator is what you need and there probably isn’t anything simpler than using Boot Camp, which is included with recent versions of Apple MAC operating systems.

You have an older MAC OS then look at parallel

breeze systems

It’s not a single piece of software, but a collection of programs written by Chris Breeze that includes Downloader Pro, a utility that allows a photographer to automatically download, organize, and rename images and image data. There are various pieces of software such as Nikon DSLR Control and Canon DSLR Control (DSLR Remote Pro) that allow control of a DSLR via a computer or Hotfolder Prints which will automatically print any image uploaded to the selected folder. Add to this BreezeBrowser Pro, which is an image viewing and editing utility, and you have a complete collection that can be employed in various workflows.