Can you provide example galleries from corporate events?

My corporate porfolio contains a number of example images across a range of events / occasions.

Examples of full galleries from individual events:

Zürich Firmatriathlon, 2023 for Zurich Insurance Company, an event which I have covered for > 10 years.

Swiss InsurTech, Summit & Awards, 2023

Where do you shoot business portraits?

Business portraits can be captured in a studio setting, typically in Zürich, or at a location of your choice,  indoors or outdoors.

Opting for a studio shoot provides full control over lighting conditions and eliminates concerns about weather interference. It also facilitates quick changes of attire and allows for the use of additional equipment like backdrops, hair styling tools, furniture, and props.

Other Indoor locations such as offices or open spaces within buildings are favored for their contextual backdrops, especially when shooting half or full body portraits.

While outdoor locations are sometimes used for a more casual look, they are more typically reserved for lifestyle portrait sessions rather than formal business portraits.

For business team portrait portfolios, where consistency across images is important, it is more typical to use a fixed backdrop for all images that is  in-line with corporate branding.

 

Do you charge extra for travel or other expenses?

For assignments within 25 km of Zürich, as well as bookings lasting at least four hours anywhere in Switzerland, travel is included at no additional cost.

If a project requires overnight accommodation or involves other expenses agreed upon in advance, these will be charged at cost, with no additional mark-up. Any such costs will be discussed with you beforehand, so you know exactly what to expect.

What regions and cities do you cover?

I’m based in Küsnacht, just outside Zürich, Switzerland, with access to photography studios in Zürich.

While most of my photography projects and assignments take place in and around the Canton of Zürich, I’m happy to travel throughout Switzerland to capture your vision. I also take on a select number of international projects each year and warmly welcome opportunities to work abroad.

Do you offer online galleries, photo downloads, and print ordering?

Absolutely! I can provide you with a private online gallery through my photography website: 

www.geoffpegler.com.

My online galleries offer a range of options for privacy, access, downloading, printing, and purchasing photographs or other printed products.

Client galleries are typically unlisted, meaning they can only be accessed via a direct link and won't appear in search engine results. Password protection is also available for added privacy. Downloads are usually disabled by default but can be enabled upon request, along with other customisable gallery settings.

Galleries are generally available for 12 months, although I can arrange for them to be removed earlier or kept online for longer if needed.

By default, purchasing and shopping features are disabled on client galleries. However, I can easily enable a range of customisable options for ordering prints and other products, which can be particularly useful for commercial and event photography.

I also offer a selection of photographs for sale through my public portfolio galleries, primarily featuring images from my extensive travel photography collection. If you spot an image in my public galleries that you'd like to purchase but which isn't currently listed for sale, simply get in touch, and I'll be happy to discuss the options.

Do you have appropriate liability insurance?

Well, I am Swiss (dual national) - and did work in insurance for over 15 years, so yes -  I have the appropriate liability insurance.

Can you provide references or testimonials from previous clients?

Absolutely! I’m happy to share testimonials and references from previous clients, giving you a better insight into their experiences of working with me.

You can also read reviews from clients on my Google Business profile.

If you’d like additional references or have any questions before booking, please feel free to get in touch. I’ll be happy to help.

How long will it take to receive the final edited photos?

Delivery times depend on the type, length, and complexity of the assignment. I typically provide estimated turnaround times as part of the details for each photography service.

For shorter assignments of one to two hours, I generally prepare an initial selection of edited photographs within 24 hours, with the final edited images delivered within 48–72 hours of the shoot.

For longer events, weddings, international assignments, and projects requiring more extensive or specialised editing, delivery can take up to four weeks during particularly busy periods. However, I typically provide an initial selection within one to two days and deliver the complete, edited collection within one to three weeks, even for more demanding assignments.

Need your photos sooner? 

If you have a tight deadline or require selected images urgently, please let me know as early as possible. I'll do my best to accommodate your timeline and discuss any options for expedited delivery.

Do you offer customised photography services?

Absolutely! I understand that every client and project is unique, which is why I offer flexible photography services that can be tailored to your specific needs, preferences, and vision.

For weddings and special events, I recommend discussing your requirements and any special requests in detail before confirming your booking. The earlier you share your ideas, the better I can prepare and ensure that your expectations can be accommodated within the services I offer.

My goal is to provide a personalised experience and photography that meets your expectations. Whether you have a specific vision or need help exploring the possibilities, I’m always happy to discuss your ideas and find the right approach for you.

What happens if you’re unable to photograph our wedding or event?

In the extremely unlikely event that I’m unable to fulfil a confirmed photography booking due to unforeseen circumstances, I will do my utmost to arrange a suitable replacement from my network of trusted, highly skilled professional photographers.

While I cannot guarantee that a replacement will always be available, even at short notice, this has never been necessary since I began working professionally in 2024.

To date, I have personally undertaken all professional assignments for Geoff Pegler Photography, usually as the sole photographer. Your booking therefore comes with the assurance that I will be personally responsible for capturing your day, with every effort made to ensure continuity should the unexpected happen.

Are you able to photograph in low-light conditions?

Absolutely! Low-light photography is something I particularly enjoy. I’m well known for my sports and artistic performance photography, which often involves capturing fast-moving action in challenging lighting conditions — one of the most demanding combinations in photography.

I use professional cameras and lenses designed to perform exceptionally well in low light, allowing me to capture sharp, detailed images while preserving the atmosphere and ambience of the scene.

Where appropriate, and with permission from the venue or event organisers, I can also use powerful portable studio lighting to supplement or enhance the available light. This gives me additional flexibility while ensuring the lighting remains suited to the setting and the style of photography required.

What photography equipment do you use?

I work with professional Nikon camera systems and lenses, complemented by Elinchrom portable studio flash equipment to ensure high-quality results across a wide range of photography assignments.

For most projects, I typically work with two Nikon Z9 cameras and between two and five lenses, selected to suit the requirements of the shoot. My equipment collection includes approximately 25 lenses, predominantly high-quality prime lenses, covering focal lengths from 10mm to 500mm.

For weddings, I generally bring three camera bodies, five or more lenses, and a selection of portable lighting equipment and light modifiers. This allows me to adapt to changing conditions, capture different perspectives, and work discreetly throughout the day.

When working solo on assignments involving both photography and video, I sometimes use a mobile device as an additional camera to capture video from a second angle. This provides greater flexibility and helps me capture more of the action without the need for an additional crew member.

Ultimately, I select my equipment to suit each assignment, ensuring that I have the right tools to deliver professional results while remaining adaptable to the needs of every client.

Are you willing to travel, including internationally?

Absolutely! I’m happy to travel throughout Switzerland and internationally for weddings, events, and other photography assignments.

I have extensive experience travelling with my photographic equipment, particularly for travel and wildlife photography, as well as for weddings and corporate events. I’m comfortable planning and preparing for assignments abroad, ensuring I have the right equipment to capture your occasion wherever it takes place.

If you’d like to explore some of my international photography work, take a look at the travel galleries on my photography website, featuring images captured across a variety of destinations beyond Switzerland.

How long have you been working as a photographer?

Photography has been a serious passion of mine since 2000, and I have been providing freelance photography services in Switzerland since 2010. Over the years, I’ve photographed hundreds of events and assignments, working across a diverse range of settings and genres.

Much of my experience comes from working as an accredited media photographer, covering a wide variety of events, alongside assignments for private and corporate clients, including weddings and corporate events.

My online photo galleries at www.geoffpegler.com showcase more than 250,000 photographs from an extensive and continually growing archive of professional and personal work.

In 2024, I officially established Geoff Pegler Photography, marking an important milestone in my journey and reflecting my commitment and making photography my full-time profession.

Do you speak German ?

Ja, ein bisschen...

Well enough for most situations linked to my photography services.

I have been living in Switzerland since 2001, have dual UK & Swiss Nationality and my German, currently around B2 level, is improving with wider use and I welcome any opportunity to try it out.

Do you deliver RAW files?

Typically not. I always shoot in RAW and then deliver full quality jpegs to clients after editing. 

Some clients (e.g. media) explicity request no post-processing, but that is rare outside of the media domain. 

As a professional photographer I pride myself in only delivering quality images and that invariably requires some post processing of the images. 

Typically only minor editing is required (I like to get things right at the shooting) but some situations with highly variable lighting or other variable factors result in photos requiring more post-processing attention. 

On other occasions a customer might request a certain "style" or look to photos which requires the application of alternative colour profiles, pre-sets andadditional tweaks -  which I am typically happy to provide, when requested.