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The Lincs Business Awards 2025: Celebrating Success in Partnership.

I had the pleasure of photographing the Lincs Business Awards 2025 — a night dedicated to celebrating the brilliant businesses we have here in Lincolnshire. Hosted at the Lincolnshire Showground, this black-tie event was a fantastic blend of fun, excitement, and pride as local companies were recognised for their hard work and achievements.

The Lincolnshire Showground set up ready for the awards.

The evening started with a stunning drone show that set the tone for what was to come. As the night unfolded, a wide range of deserving businesses took to the stage to collect their awards, with smiles and cheers filling the room. For me, the event was not just about capturing great images but also about working seamlessly with the entire team to ensure the best experience for everyone involved.

An image of Lincoln Cathedral created by drones.

Having worked at the Lincolnshire Showground many times before, I know the venue inside out. This familiarity allowed me to hit the ground running, setting up my iPad to deliver images instantly. For those curious about the technical side, my process involves sending photos from my camera through my iPad to an FTP server and my website, making the images immediately accessible for the event’s social media team. It’s a bit of a complicated setup, but the result is worth it — winners’ photos could be shared in near real-time, giving their success wider recognition beyond just the room.

The winners of the outstanding achievement award are presented with their trophy on stage.

Partnership is at the heart of events like these. From coordinating with the AV and lighting team to ensure the best stage lighting for each shot, to working with the hosts to smoothly guide guests for their trophy photos, everyone played a crucial role in making the night run smoothly. The social media team and I were in sync, ensuring the instant images I delivered could be shared quickly to amplify the event's reach and celebrate the winners as the night unfolded.

As a specialist commercial photographer in Lincoln, my aim when capturing an event like this is always to tell the full story. From the light-hearted moments of the hosts entertaining the crowd to the proud smiles of winners holding their trophies aloft, every photo is a piece of the evening's narrative. Working closely with the lighting team allowed me to make the most of the dramatic stage lighting, which added depth and atmosphere to the images.

One of the best parts of the night was seeing so many familiar faces — some attending because they’d been shortlisted, and a few even taking home awards! Events like these are a reminder of just how vibrant the Lincolnshire business community is, and it’s a privilege to be a small part of celebrating their success.

The instant sharing of images helped shine a spotlight on the winners and gave the event greater visibility online. Since the awards, I’ve seen plenty of posts across social media sharing those moments, which is exactly what I hoped to achieve.

It was an absolute pleasure to work alongside KH Events, Lincolnshire Showground, Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce, and Peachy Events. Every member of the team brought their expertise, ensuring a smooth and memorable evening.

Being part of an event like the Lincs Business Awards is a reminder of why I love what I do. It’s not just about taking photos but about working in partnership with clients to make sure every moment is captured and shared, helping to celebrate the people who make Lincolnshire's business community so special.

The hosts for the event on stage before the event.
A group shot of all the winners and the event hosts on stage at the end of the evening.
One of the hosts arrives to the event on a cuddly unicorn teddy.
Two of the hosts on stage with some of the event sponsors logo on the screen behind them.
The Lincolnshire Showground set up ready for the awards.

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