Event Photography in Exeter for Thirsty Work Academy

A man gestures while speaking at the Thirsty Work Academy Graduates Ceremony in Exeter, holding a booklet as two attendees listen. Captured by commercial event photographer James Aitken, this black-and-white image highlights an engaged discussion.
A young man in a suit and tie speaks confidently at the Thirsty Work Academy Graduates Ceremony in Exeter, standing at a podium. The event logo is displayed on a screen behind him. Captured by commercial event photographer James Aitken.

The Event Photography Brief

Thirsty Work, the number one water dispenser supplier in the UK, contacted me to cover an internal company event with high-quality corporate event photography. The brief included documenting their Thirsty Work Academy Graduates Awards programme in Exeter, which included photos of the various speakers, speeches and presentations in the form of informal documentary-style shots of everyone enjoying themselves.

Three men in white shirts and ties sit at a table, engaged in conversation and laughter at the Thirsty Work Academy Graduates Ceremony in Exeter. One man gestures while speaking, while the others smile.

Delivery

As an experienced event photographer, covering events for the last 10 years, I am used to the quick-fire documentary and reportage style of photography that’s needed at events. I discreetly photographed the day in a candid style, making an effort not to distract the speakers or detract from the presentations. Blending into the background and capturing natural expressions in a documentary style is my favourite form of event photography, as it allows me to authentically represent the atmosphere of an event through my photos.

The Results

I always provide my clients with two sets of images - both in colour and black and white. For this particular project, I love the documentary and reportage style of the black and white images, although the client received the photos in colour too.

You can browse a selection of the final images from the awards ceremony below. Get in touch to discuss how I can help capture your corporate event in Exeter with high-quality photography now.

A woman in a floral dress and blazer smiles warmly while speaking with a man in a white shirt at the Thirsty Work Academy Graduates Ceremony in Exeter. Other attendees are engaged in conversation in the background.
A young man in a suit smiles as he receives a framed certificate from an older man in a white shirt at a formal event. Other attendees in business attire look on, with a presentation screen in the background.
A group of men in formal attire sit at a table, clapping and smiling during a Thirsty Works Academy Graduate event. Notebooks, documents, and glasses of water are spread across the table.
A woman in a black dress and glasses speaks confidently at a podium, gesturing with a remote in hand. A presentation slide is displayed behind her, partially showing the 'Thirsty Work Academy' logo.
A man in a striped shirt and tie speaks passionately during a meeting, gesturing with his hands while holding a pen. Other attendees in business attire listen, some appearing deep in thought. The table is cluttered with cups and paper.
A woman in a blazer and pearl necklace speaks while gesturing with her hand during a discussion at a formal event. A man in a suit sits beside her, listening. The table is filled with documents, water bottles, and glasses.
An older man in a white shirt and tie speaks while gesturing with one hand and holding a notebook and pen in the other. His expression is focused as he presents in a formal setting.
An older man in a shirt and tie walks towards the camera after a presentation, as attendees seated around tables applaud. A projector screen behind him displays 'Any Questions?' while certificates, water bottles, and documents are scattered on tables
Attendees at the Thirsty Work Academy Graduates Ceremony in Exeter engage in animated discussions. A man in a striped shirt and tie gestures while speaking to another man in a checkered suit.

Book Your Exeter Event Photography

Whether you’re looking to capture an awards ceremony, an internal corporate event, a charity fundraiser or a team-building day, get in touch for a bespoke quote for your commercial event photography in Exeter today.

A smiling man in a suit and tie reaches out for a handshake at the Thirsty Work Academy Graduates Ceremony in Exeter. A framed black-and-white architectural photograph hangs on the wall behind him.