DAMIEN GUILLAUME · PARIS & ÎLE-DE-FRANCE
Damien Guillaume, event photographer in Paris
Trained at Centre Iris in Paris, I began in editorial and reportage photography, with published books and exhibitions in France and abroad. In 2007, I co-founded Lubrik, an agency working in publishing, art and communications whose clients included BNP, Natixis, Renault and Paramount.
THE PHOTOGRAPHER’S APPROACH
How I observe an event
An event cannot be repeated. I observe and anticipate the gestures, expressions and connections that tell its story.
Since 2011, I have specialised in B2B events: trade shows, conferences, seminars, corporate receptions and product launches. Based in Paris, I work across Île-de-France, including La Défense, Boulogne-Billancourt, Levallois, Saint-Denis and Versailles.
How I work
A simple brief helps me understand your communication goals, key people and moments that must be captured. We agree on access, the schedule, intended image uses and deadlines before the assignment.
- Discretion: adapting to the pace without interrupting conversations.
- Useful images: photography shaped around your communications, social media, press and internal materials.
- Independence: spotting the key moments so you can focus on your event.
Organisations of every size
Gouvernement français, Fondation EDF, Givenchy, Swarovski, Orange, BMW, Generali, Lonsdale, Digital Campus, IESA, ESG, BNI and Cercle de l’Union Interalliée: assignments range from half-day conferences to multi-day trade shows, evenings and official ceremonies.
Familiar Paris venues
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Cercle de l’Union Interalliée, Fondation EDF, Institut du Monde Arabe, Salle Pleyel, Palais de Chaillot, Grand Hôtel InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, hôtel particulier Artcurial, École Nationale d’Administration, Parc des Princes and La Défense.
Knowing access arrangements, light and routes through a venue helps anticipate the right images without disrupting your event.
Working in French or English
You can send your brief, exchange written messages and receive your quote in English. Phone calls and on-site coordination in English are by arrangement.
How long have you been working as a photographer?
I have worked as a professional photographer since 2011, after training at Centre Iris for photography. I specialised in B2B events in Paris, serving businesses, agencies and institutions. Each year I cover conferences, seminars, trade shows, corporate receptions and official ceremonies.
Do you work alone?
I prepare and supervise every assignment. Depending on the date and coverage required, photography is handled by me or a photographer from my network, selected and briefed in advance. You know who will attend before approving the quote.
CLIENT FEEDBACK
What clients value
Excerpts translated from French.
Very discreet on site, never intrusive, but always in the right place. On delivery, the images are strong and consistent […]
Damien was very responsive and gave us a great deal of helpful advice, down to details we had not thought of […] The final result exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend him.
We have worked regularly with Damien for over a year, and it is always a real pleasure […] His professionalism, rapport and style are consistent across every project.
LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR EVENT
A date, a venue, an idea?
Tell me about your project. I’ll come back with a clear proposal tailored to your event.