Event Photography at the Glass Cactus
I’ve photographed so many different types of Dallas event photography for clients over the years, but one key thing that I’ve noticed is that most companies like to celebrate the people that work for them and with them. The perfect time to do this is at your next convention or conference in Dallas.
After all, everyone is in the same place at the same time, which means it truly is the perfect opportunity to celebrate. Maybe you’ve been in business for so many years, or your numbers were off the chart last year. Or perhaps you would like to show your customers how much you appreciate them. No matter what the cause for celebration may be, you will need a cool venue to do it in. I’ve noticed through my event photography at the Glass Cactus that it is a fantastic venue for celebrations of all kinds, and photographs really well.
The Glass Cactus provides a great experience for those you want to celebrate, and here are three reasons why:
The Connections –
Probably the best advantage for the Glass Cactus is the fact it is located on the grounds of the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center. It is not directly connected to the resort and convention center, but is close enough to where you can walk over, or take a very brief tram ride. In fact, the last time I was there to do event photography at the Gaylord Texan, I covered my client’s booth at the convention center, then was able to walk back through the hotel and over to Glass Cactus. It was a few minutes’ walk, but by no means anything crazy, and heck, I like to get out and walk whenever I can. This means that you can take care of business over at the convention center, then get your party on at a space that isn’t too far away.
The View –
The grounds at the Gaylord are beautiful in and of themselves, but the real gem is that the entire location is right on the shores of Lake Grapevine. Event photography at the Glass Cactus doesn’t get more picturesque, because their spacious back patio sits directly over the lake. You can watch the boats go by, or see the amazing sunsets over the lake. As a Dallas event photographer, Lake Grapevine is one of my favorite spaces for photos of all kinds, and the view can go a long way in giving your attendees a special treat, and even help them relax a bit.
A view like this really makes for even better marketing imagery so that everyone knows how cool your celebration was, and wants to be there if they aren’t already! Plus, if you are looking to do any kinds of group portraits or even headshots, you may consider using the lake as a unique backdrop to do so.
The Space –
At 39,000 square feet, you have some room to roam. Guests can sit at tables, hit up the dance floor, or chill out on the aforementioned back patio with a killer view. There is even an upper level if you have a ton of people, which can provide a cool angle to see the band from. I’ve captured many great bands and people having an amazing time there, which means that the photos you come away with will really show how incredible the evening was. It is all about creating amazing memories for your attendees, and by selecting the right venue, you can help ensure that the event photography reflects that.
All in all, the venue has plenty of great opportunities to capture dynamic Dallas event photography, so I love it whenever I can shoot there. It’s definitely a spot to consider, and best of luck on planning your event!