I was looking through my old photos today and found my ones from the James Blunt concert at the Royal Theatre back in May 2008. This was my first international act I had shot for BMA Magazine, borrowing a 70-200mm lens from my friend Lisa.
Simply Red @ The Royal Theatre
Mick Hucknall of Simply Red.
(It May not be the sharpest of photos, but this one is the quintessential "Simply Red" pose.)
Tonight I had the opportunity to shoot one of the earliest bands I can remember listening to; "Simply Red". The concert was on at the Royal Theatre.
It was the usual 2 song, no flash rule, however this time I was shooting from "on stage" off to one side. This was a first and provided a great spot to take some great photos. Amazingly I was the only photographer there for some strange reason. I would have at least expected maybe somebody from The Canberra Times to be there.
James Blunt - Lookin' Sharp
The other day I was asked if I wanted to shoot James Blunt for BMA. Naturally I said yes. Sure I'm not a huge fan of his music, but passing up the opportunity to shoot such a big name in a great venue would have been stupid.
I thought to myself though, "I really need some better glass", and so asked my friend Lisa if I could borrow her 70-200mm lens. (Thanks Heaps Lisa!!)
Tonight was the performance, one of my first really "big" gigs, and the first at the Royal Theatre in Canberra.
Myself and one other photographer (Canberra Times) were escorted in and behind the barrier; only 2 Songs this time, and as usual; No Flash.
James came out, looking rather sharp in a grey suit and started to play the guitar. Not sure of what song he started with im afraid.
I got some fantastic shots, the lighting was awesome and definately the most photographer friendly I have seen yet. Hardly any red to be seen at all!!!.
Immediately after the second song we had to leave and now I am currently downloading all the photos to the computer.
Unfortunately, as much as I would love to, I am legally not allowed to post any photos. Sorry about that. Some will be in next months BMA Magazine though, so keep and eye out for them.