The band then suggested shooting on the roof of a nearby building which I, of course, jumped at the opportunity to do.
Sep 072010
Conceived as a week-long celebration of the city’s vibrant musical heritage, BluesWeek festivities included VIP events, blues history discussions, and lots of live jazz and blues music. I was on hand to capture the opening night concert held on the steps of the soon to be re-opened Peabody Opera House, a site that has itself been included in blues lore.
Aug 312010
It was a grueling two days of constant movement as I tried to document as much of the festival spirit and performers as possible, but the weather was sunny and the vibe of the crowd was amazing so I just kept moving, and kept making photos.
Aug 232010
Not only have I been invited to photograph several of the 1300+ bands performing there, but I will be able to network with dozens of record labels and publications. In short, this is the MASSIVE opportunity that I’ve spent the last 10 months trying to secure.
Jul 232010
I didn’t know a lot about the band going into the shoot other than the fact that they are a NINE-PIECE BAND. Actually, they probably told me a lot about the band but that was all my feeble little photographer brain heard: “Nine? Oh crap. How in the living hell am I gonna light NINE guys?”.
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