We live in a
'snap happy' world! From selfies on social networks, to apps that make you go
from drab to fab in a matter of seconds. We have become so obsessed with the
way we look and the way other people see us that we may have lost the true
essence of photography.
There’s a lot more to it then just striking a pose, pouting and having your hair tousled just the right way. Besides the lighting and all the other elements that form the basis of effective photography, to me, the subject and the photographer need to be intrinsically linked. Once you’ve sensed the connection between the subject and the photographer, the result seems quite organic. Photography tells a story. Whether it’s portraits or live shows, the best photos to me are the ones that retain both raw emotion and spontaneity.
Anyone can
shoot massive stars like Lady Gaga and Rihanna given the budget and grand scale
of it all. But it takes true talent to capture, let's just say.. the "not-so-mainstream" acts in ways that
evoke a sense of vulnerability or intensity.
I’ve compiled
some of my favourite rock photographers (not in specific order) and some of the
artists that they have shot. Portraits and performances. Please go to the
photographer’s websites to view these respective images in their full glory.
TIM HARMON- Love how imaginative he is.
Shooting range includes: Travis Barker, Blink 182 
DUSTIN RABIN- Love his spontaneity!
Shooting range includes: Billy Talent, Juliette Lewis, Josh Homme 
ADAM ELMAKIAS- Adore his black & white portraits.
Shooting range also includes: Bring Me The Horizon, Pierce The Veil, Memphis Mayfire
Shooting range also includes: Bring Me The Horizon, Pierce The Veil, Memphis Mayfire
Shooting range also includes: Corey Taylor, Amy Lee, Chester Bennington
DANNY NORTH- Love his live photography
Shooting range also includes: Muse, Biffy Clyro, Gallows
LINDSEY BYRNES (Yes, a female had to make this list!)
Shooting range also includes: Fun, The Lumineers, Tegan & Sara
The way I see it, these photographers prove that instead of shooting for the stars, why not shoot the stars instead?
;)
The way I see it, these photographers prove that instead of shooting for the stars, why not shoot the stars instead?
;)
Lovely. I agree. Photographers are so much more than point and click mechanics. Either you've got that special ability to capture a moment in all it's wild and beautiful glory, or you don't. There is definitely a magical element to good photography.
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