As you may have noticed from the Photographical Madness section on the site, I have more than a passing interest in photography. Specifically, I enjoy and respect the challenges of concert photography: low-light, no tripod, unpredictable subjects in motion, and time constraints. Plus you get to see shows for free and be in the front row! Here’s some information for the budding concert photographer.

White Denim - they put their drummer up front for good reason

The “beginner” referred to in this guide is both you and me. I’m new to the art of concert photography and I am assuming you are too. The information here is directed toward the photographer/blogger on a budget shooting small to medium venues but using a DSLR (digital single lens reflex) camera. By no means is this an exhaustive guide. Where possible, I’ve provided links to other great resources.

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