Stage in Purple
Feb 10th, 2008 by jeremy
Donny Osmond in Concert
I guess Donny still likes purple, eh? Hehe.
Most often when I am shooting a concert obviously I get as close as possible. The point is to get the best possible shots, and shots that are difficult for most people to get. That said, at times I like to step back a bit and see what you can get from different vantage points in the venue. This elevated view is from the balcony of the Capital Theater and Salt Lake City, Utah.
Of course, most important is when you are taking photos at a concert is to not interfere with those paying to be there! I always try to check around me before setting up to take a shot and make sure that I am not in someone’s way. If I am going to block someone’s view, I ask permission, snap a few shots then move on. I really dislike it when I see others stand in front of other concert goers for an extended time, putting their own experience ahead of others. Getting the shot is important, but so is having a little courtesy.
Canon 20D, 24-105L, 1/40 at f/4 and 800 ISO
also seen on flickr
I totally agree. I wish you would post this on Donny’s fan forum on his website at http://www.donny.com most of his fans have the attitude ‘as long as I can see, stuff the rest!’
Great shot Jeremy! Love the angle you got it from!
Annie…as a fan of Donny’s (and I do not bring a camera to his concerts) I can’t agree with your feelings of “most” fans…well in the US anyhow as never attended an UK concert. I have attended many here with no problems with fans interfering with views. Many venues here do not allow fans to stand by the stage or in the isles. I usually stay in my seat and have a wonderful time and view. Sorry to hear you haven’t had that.
Was it allowed to take your camera in the Theater? Or are you invited?
Last week I was invited to shoot a concert for the first time in an theater.
PSpotter - I was there on behalf of the artists, so I had the ability to wander the venue and on stage. Hard to beat that kind of access!
Jeremy,
Nice picture.
I’m glad Donna got the pic in Times Square for you, I had emailed her when I saw your post looking for someone to take a pic, since I knew she lived close enough to help you out!
I do have a question for you, perhaps you could email me, I’d rather not post it here.
Thanks
Joanie - I emailed you a couple of days ago. Not sure if you received it.
WOW JEREMY
THIS PICTURES IS GREAT LOVE IT
KEEP THEM COMING
LINDA
I GUESS HE STILL LIKE THE COLOR PURPLE
IT’S FIT HIM WELL
Jeremy,
Or could it be because it is another photo showing your talent catching so many wonderful moments !!
I love this photo ! Could it be that purple is my favorite color and birthstone
Wow jeremy this is the most fantastic picture, I love the purple lighting and the way it is all captured so perfectly…totally amazing