Anyone following this blog lately knows that I’ve been shooting a lot of bands. As you might expect, I typically shoot at night. Sometimes the venue is indoors. More often than not, outdoors. Regardless of the venue, it’s almost always a “low light” situation. I’ve … Continue readingAdam C. Myles at Engelmann’s Cellars
It seems like lately the best opportunities I get for shooting that interests me comes from gigs and concerts. This weekend was no different.
Last Friday, I was asked to again shoot the Blu J’z, who were performing at Arte Américas near downtown Fresno. A friend came along as videographer, and overall, I think we all had a great time. The music was very relaxing — as you can … Continue readingConcert at Arte Américas
Well, you didn’t really think I was going to call him “Drummer Boy,” did you?
Awhile back, I was given the opportunity to shoot The Mofo Party Band at Audie’s Olympic.
After the serendipitous opportunity to shoot the Blu J’z at the Clovis Wine Walk recently, they were kind enough to invite me and my wife, Denise Chaffee (a.k.a., Bunny Chafowitz), to hear them play at Frank’s Place in downtown Fresno. Attendance was somewhat sparse, but … Continue readingSmooth Jazz with the Blu J’z
Bunny Chafowitz won two tickets to the Clovis Wine Walk. So natch, I went along with her.
Chris Pierce is a good friend of mine. Recently, the band in which he plays bass — the Gray Horse — was playing at a local nightspot. When I arrived to watch, I learned that a photographer they were expecting had not yet shown up, … Continue readingGray Horse Band Member: Chris Pierce