Amature photographer wanting to shoot bands

[Mrstarfish14 10]

Hey all I am an armature photographer wanting to get into shooting bands live and for promotional shoots as well. Any offers will be greatly appreciated.

[rpsmith79 10]

You might be better asking actual bands rather than asking other photographers

 

Also, are you talking local unsigned bands in local pubs, or are you talking proper chart topping bands at proper venues

 

If its the former, the best way in is to talk to the bands you like and follow and ask them directly, this is how i get on in Chesterfield, we go and watch loads of local bands, and from seeing them and talking to them (either in person or via their social media) i can usually arrange a gig shoot, with my "payment" being either free entry or a couple of pints, but that suits me fine

[Guest]

For live stuff ask at local venues if you can have a press pass or whatever it is you need to shoot. Obviously you'll be paying for a ticket to the gig.

 

You can't sit and wait for offers you need to take the initiative and get photos yourself. There's so many cameras at gigs these days.

[Dan Dare 10]

Are you still looking as I might have a band who would be perfect