About From the Hip Photo | Denver Conference Photography Team
About From the Hip Photo — Denver’s Full-Time Conference Photography Studio
From the Hip Photo was founded in Denver, Colorado nearly two decades ago with a simple idea: corporate event photography should be exceptional, transparent, and genuinely enjoyable for everyone involved. What started as a one-person operation has grown into a dedicated five-photographer studio that serves clients ranging from local startups to Fortune 500 companies across the nation.
Our brick-and-mortar studio is located between downtown Denver’s Colorado Convention Center and the Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center — two of the busiest event venues in the Mountain West. That location isn’t a coincidence. Conference and corporate event photography is our primary focus, and we’ve built our entire operation around doing it better than anyone else.
Why a Full-Time Team Makes the Difference
Most event photography companies rely on freelance photographers who are booked on a per-job basis. That model works for some things, but it introduces inconsistency, communication gaps, and a lack of institutional knowledge that shows up in the final product.
From the Hip Photo is different. Our five photographers are full-time W-2 employees who work together every week. They train together, review each other’s work, and share a consistent approach to lighting, composition, and client interaction. When you hire us, you’re not getting a random freelancer pulled from a roster — you’re getting a team member who understands our standards and has internalized them through years of daily practice.
That consistency matters most in high-pressure environments like conferences and corporate events, where there are no second chances to capture a keynote moment, a CEO’s opening remarks, or a sponsor activation. Our photographers know how to anticipate those moments because they’ve covered hundreds of events together.
Why FTHP — What Sets Us Apart
We specialize, not generalize. We don’t shoot weddings on weekends and conferences on weekdays. Corporate event photography is our specialty, and that depth of experience shows in every gallery we deliver. We understand conference schedules, event planner expectations, sponsor deliverables, and the visual assets that marketing teams actually need.
Radical transparency on pricing. Every quote includes retouching, digital delivery, and royalty-free usage rights. There are no per-image fees, no licensing restrictions, and no surprise charges after the event. You know exactly what you’re paying for before you sign anything.
Same-day and fast turnaround options. Need social media content while the event is still happening? We offer same-day delivery of select images. Standard galleries are delivered within two weeks, fully retouched and ready for any use.
Proprietary technology. Our virtual queue system for headshot stations, branded delivery portals, and real-time event coverage tools are developed in-house. These aren’t off-the-shelf solutions — they’re built specifically for the conference photography workflow.
Colorado roots, national reach. We’re based in Denver and know every major venue in the state, but we travel nationwide for conferences in Las Vegas, Chicago, Orlando, New York, and everywhere in between. Wherever your event is, we bring the same level of preparation and professionalism.
Our Philanthropic Mission — “See the World Better”
From the Hip Photo was founded on the belief that photography has the power to change perspectives. Our “See the World Better” initiative channels that belief into action through pro-bono photography work for nonprofit organizations, community events, and causes that align with our values. We believe that access to professional visual storytelling shouldn’t be limited to organizations with large marketing budgets.
Clients Who Trust Us
Over the years, we’ve built lasting relationships with brands and organizations across every industry: Stryker, Medtronic, PayPal, Zillow, Gusto, UCHealth, Pandora, Louis Vuitton, Gaylord Hotels, Arrow Electronics, and hundreds more. Many of our clients have worked with us for five, ten, or even fifteen years running. That kind of loyalty doesn’t happen by accident — it’s earned through consistent quality, reliable communication, and a team that genuinely cares about every event.
“I have hired the From The Hip Photo team dozens of times over the years for corporate headshots and event photography coverage. Many of our attendees have been so pleased with their photos that they’ve gone on to hire From The Hip for their own business or personal photography sessions after events! I know I can count on the From The Hip team to be professional, courteous, flexible, and responsive.”
— Stefany B., Events Manager, Zillow
Let’s Work Together
Whether you’re planning your first conference or your fiftieth, we’d love to talk about how From the Hip Photo can help make it a visual success. Reach out by email and we’ll have a custom quote to you within 24 hours.