The last-minute approval for Hans Zimmer’s Barclays Center live show had me frantically messaging fellow photographers in NYC. With no photo pit access and only shooting permitted from the sides or back of the arena floor, my usual concert setup wouldn’t cut it. Thank goodness for photographer friends! One came through with a loaner Sigma […]

As a concert photographer, every gig is an adventure! With a typical last-minute approval coming into my email inbox, I checked off another iconic NYC venue to photograph at: Barclays Center. Previously, I’ve already photographed big-name music industry artists at other iconic venues like Radio City Music Hall and Madison Square Garden. There are still […]

Radio City Music Hall: the name alone evokes a sense of grandeur and musical history. As a concert photographer, I’ve long dreamed of capturing a performance in this iconic venue, and Lindsey Stirling’s recent show finally gave me that chance. With my camera in hand, I stepped into the 6000+ seat atrium, ready to add […]

Capturing the energy and excitement of a music festival through your lens is an exhilarating experience for any photographer. However, as a beginner looking to break into the world of festival photography, securing a coveted photo pass can be a significant hurdle. While the process of obtaining a press pass for a regular concert and […]

Head In The Clouds Festival has kicked off the summer festival season in New York City! Despite unseasonably cold temperatures, music fans eagerly gathered at the iconic Forest Hills Stadium to witness a pioneering showcase of Asian artistry. What I love about festivals in NYC is that they have to end early due to noise […]

In typical concert photography fashion, only a few hours before the Trilogy Tour was set to kick off at Madison Square Garden I received a last-minute approval to photograph the legendary trio of Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin, and Pitbull. On this evening, I can finally check off “photographing at Madison Square Garden.” The last time […]

Macklemore, the musical virtuoso born Benjamin Hammond Haggerty, has been an indomitable force in the music industry for well over a decade. Renowned for his socially charged lyrics and infectious pop-infused hip-hop tracks like Thrift Shop, he possesses an uncanny knack for forging profound connections with his audience. I had the privilege of photographing Macklemore’s […]

In the heart of New York City’s Forest Hills, Queens, lies a historical gem that has witnessed countless musical legends grace its stage. Forest Hills Stadium, with its century-long legacy, is now the backdrop for Louis Tomlinson’s Faith in the Future World tour. Louis Tomlinson, the talented singer/songwriter, and former One Direction member, has embarked […]

As a beginner looking to break into the world of concert photography, it’s important to know what to do and what to avoid in order to succeed. Concerts offer a unique and exciting opportunity for photographers to capture candid moments and emotions on stage. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to photograph big-name musicians […]

The energy was electric at Racket, the Chelsea music hall, as UPSAHL took the stage for a highly anticipated performance. With hundreds of thousands of followers across social media, the alt-pop sensation has a dedicated fan base who were eager to hear her live. While waiting for her to come onstage, I even heard some […]