Arrival & red carpet
Will there be a step-and-repeat or press wall? Which honorees, sponsors or guests should be photographed on arrival, and roughly when do doors open?
Galas & Red Carpets · New York
NYC gala photographer for charity, black-tie, and red-carpet evenings
A gala is several events in one night: the arrival, the program, the guests, and the mood of the room. These are the questions I'll ask so the coverage fits your evening.
Event coverage starting at $1,500
The program
Share the order of speeches, performances, awards and any paddle raise, plus who is on stage. Knowing the sequence ahead of time means the key moments are anticipated rather than chased.
Guests & tables
Is there a list of VIPs, board members or table hosts you'd like photographed? Group photos are easiest to plan when you name a contact who can bring people together.
Atmosphere & details
Décor, centrepieces, lighting and the dance floor help tell the story of the night. Let me know which design elements matter to your committee or sponsors.
Privacy & preferences
Tell me about guests who prefer not to be photographed, areas that are off-limits, dress code for the photographer, and any approvals needed before images are shared.
Selected frames
Questions
- How much does gala photography cost?
- Event coverage starts at $1,500, with 3–12 hours available. Send your timeline for a quote.
- Do you photograph red carpets and arrivals?
- Yes. Red carpets and arrivals are among the event types I cover; tell me your arrival window and must-have guests.
- Which areas do you cover?
- Manhattan, The Hamptons, Sagaponack, Scarsdale, Bridgehampton, Miami Beach, Palm Beach, Fisher Island, Star Island, Bal Harbour, and Naples.
- What should my inquiry include?
- The date, venue, guest count, run-of-show, VIP or honoree list, and any privacy preferences. Email ashliejulie@gmail.com — the inquiry assistant is also available.