Really great advice here. I've been shooting shows for years now, and just started making money taking concert photos. It's not nearly enough to quit my day job yet, but still, I'm stoked to be getting paid to shoot local shows and love that I'm having more opportunities arise every week.
Thank you so much for sharing these tips with us! The next question would be how do you proceed if the guy you talked for free access to the event wants you to participate as a photographer at the next festival, do you go again for free? Ask for the correct amount of money for the festival? Can he complain that he helped you in the beginning?
You're very welcome Paul! I suppose it all depends on how you feel about your skillset & portfolio. Are you ready to fulfill a paid gig for an artist? Are you able to wow management teams with your past work/Portfolio? If the answer is yes to both of those questions, I would simply drop your rate in the conversation you're having about the next festival. Don't let them expect to get free work out of you forever. If they say they don't have a budget, then you move on to the next opportunity that sees the value in working with you! Hope this helps!
Currently starting my concert photography journey. So this video is helping a ton. Also your photos are insane. I would love to work with you one day and am extremely determined to get to that point.
Wow! Thank you so much for the kind words! I’m really glad to hear that the video helped, if you have any other specific questions that I can answer in another video or in my Instagram DM’s - don’t hesitate to let me know!
You’re very welcome Stephen! If you haven’t seen it yet, I just dropped my concert photography rates video: czcams.com/video/tCMVc_JbG1w/video.html Would love to hear your thoughts!
Hey Tariq, just wanted to say thanks for this info. As someone whos shot Deadmau5, Nero, and more, I've reached the point of cold emailing, but had no idea about COI's when working for larger scale festivals. TY for the heads up! - Meech
@@TARIQABDELPHOTO got a second question for you. As someone who has done video work in the past, but not for concerts/EDM, but is now getting asked to do video for clients when I’m cold emailing, do you have any for video starting out? Gear wise I’m limited to my A7iii, but I’m thinking maybe invest in a gimbal? Not certain
@@MindofMeech if you haven’t already I would suggest watching this video: czcams.com/video/6BGOdl-9AAU/video.html Same exact thing happened to me, I would reach out for photo and then all of a sudden everyone wanted video. I’ve never used a gimbal for any of my video work, it’s all been handheld or attached to a monopod or gorillapod. That said, if it’s for aftermovie work, or an official recap of sorts, a gimbal may be important to have!
@@TARIQABDELPHOTO Funny enough I watched this vid last week, started emailing, and all of a sudden I'm also being asked for video too lol. But that makes a ton of sense. Probs dont need a gimbal yet. Do you have any personal recommendations for monopods tho?
@@MindofMeech Yeah! I use a Sirui Monopod and it's treated me well on every shoot I've brought it on. I have my camera up pretty high while I use a remote shutter to hit record or snap a photo. It also helps that my camera (Sony A7R III) has a screen that tilts down, so I can see what the camera sees by looking up and balance everything out. Here's my affiliate link if there's any interest in the Sirui Monopod: amzn.to/3GNQF9Y
Hi, I told an artist I would shoot the concert for free, even though she had already invited me to shoot at her concert and seem surprised I said I wouldn't charge. I feel like an idiot. I don't want to get stuck shooting for free all the time so how should I go about telling her the next one won't be free (if there is a next one)
I’m dropping a video on concert photography rates very shortly (maybe even tomorrow!) and I have a segment in the video where I discuss this. You are most definitely worthy of getting paid what you think you’re worth! Next time they reach out to you, simply position yourself accordingly and let them know what your new rate is and negotiate if you have to 😊
I haven’t definitely delivered 1080p footage in the past, but these days I’m sure the standard is now 4K video! But sometimes it’s really difficult to tell which resolution the footage was shot in. As long as it looks good I’m sure you’ll be fine. As far as the MacBook, I’m fighting for my life using a 2016 MacBook Pro. Every time I boot Lightroom it uses so much energy that my laptop turns into a fan. I can’t imagine the 2013 MacBook is easier to use due to it being at least a generation or two older. Work with what you have and grow/upgrade from there! 💪🏽
Hey there! Sorry for the delay - Here is the exact (or similar) Monopod & Remote Shutter I was: Remote Shutter: amzn.to/3Det6Fe Monopod: amzn.to/403IIFC Thank you for watching & for your support! Please let me know if you have any other questions.
You can still succeed with a crop sensor camera! I started out with a Nikon D5300 before eventually upgrading. Just try to keep your ISO as low possible whenever you can :)
@@TARIQABDELPHOTO thank you for your advice. I am slowly building myself up learning this one and getting the tools I need to enhance the quality of shots I take there’s so much to figure out but I’m excited to learn as much as possible
@@thisjourneycalledlife5957 that’s the spirit! The journey itself is super fun as well. If you have any other specific questions, please don’t hesitate to ask!
Generally venues won’t have that information! You need to find artist manager’s contact information on the artist’s Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, or on official management roster websites. That’s where I’ve found them 99% of the time!
You know what’s funny is I’ve actually been mentoring someone with hour long FaceTime calls this last month. Since then I’ve been considering adding it as one of my services. If it’s something you’re interested in, we can talk more on Instagram! Shoot me a DM at @tariqabdelphoto
“If you want something, do the work and speak up!” Yess
You got it! Closed mouths don’t get fed 💪🏽
Really great advice here. I've been shooting shows for years now, and just started making money taking concert photos. It's not nearly enough to quit my day job yet, but still, I'm stoked to be getting paid to shoot local shows and love that I'm having more opportunities arise every week.
Ooooh I see Alpha 9! Love the advice!
Love Arty!! Thanks for watching!
This dude knows what he's talking about, for real
Appreciate that!
Definitely some awesome tips! Especially with the earplugs, so many people make that mistake
Thank you!
Yes, exactly! Probably the most important tip in the whole video 🔊👂🏽
Nice 👍🏽 I learned a lot.
Thanks Sharon! I’m glad to hear that!
awesome video bro! this is so much more informational than the bigger channels. God bless
I appreciate the kind words! I have a concert photography rates video coming very soon too.
Stay tuned bro 💪🏽
Well said, and a lot of great points in this video. 👍
Thanks Drake! 💪🏽
This is a great video! This also applies to Comic conventions and music festivals.
Thank you! Glad to hear that it applies to other types of events as well!
great tips thx
My pleasure, thanks for watching!
This video is amazing! Thanks bro!!!
Happy to help Samuel!
If there’s anything specific you’d like to learn about concert photography, let me know and I’ll try to make a video on it!
Truly one of the more helpful videos on beginner concert photography!! Thank you!!
Glad to hear that!
Thank you for watching! 😊
Thank you so much for sharing these tips with us!
The next question would be how do you proceed if the guy you talked for free access to the event wants you to participate as a photographer at the next festival, do you go again for free? Ask for the correct amount of money for the festival? Can he complain that he helped you in the beginning?
You're very welcome Paul!
I suppose it all depends on how you feel about your skillset & portfolio.
Are you ready to fulfill a paid gig for an artist?
Are you able to wow management teams with your past work/Portfolio?
If the answer is yes to both of those questions, I would simply drop your rate in the conversation you're having about the next festival. Don't let them expect to get free work out of you forever.
If they say they don't have a budget, then you move on to the next opportunity that sees the value in working with you!
Hope this helps!
Currently starting my concert photography journey. So this video is helping a ton. Also your photos are insane. I would love to work with you one day and am extremely determined to get to that point.
Wow! Thank you so much for the kind words!
I’m really glad to hear that the video helped, if you have any other specific questions that I can answer in another video or in my Instagram DM’s - don’t hesitate to let me know!
This was incredible man!!! Thank you for this.
You’re very welcome Stephen!
If you haven’t seen it yet, I just dropped my concert photography rates video: czcams.com/video/tCMVc_JbG1w/video.html
Would love to hear your thoughts!
Love this vid! It really helped me last minute 😎😍
Glad it helped! 💪🏽
Hey Tariq, just wanted to say thanks for this info. As someone whos shot Deadmau5, Nero, and more, I've reached the point of cold emailing, but had no idea about COI's when working for larger scale festivals. TY for the heads up! - Meech
Happy to help Meech! 💪🏽
Thank YOU for watching!
@@TARIQABDELPHOTO got a second question for you. As someone who has done video work in the past, but not for concerts/EDM, but is now getting asked to do video for clients when I’m cold emailing, do you have any for video starting out? Gear wise I’m limited to my A7iii, but I’m thinking maybe invest in a gimbal? Not certain
@@MindofMeech if you haven’t already I would suggest watching this video: czcams.com/video/6BGOdl-9AAU/video.html
Same exact thing happened to me, I would reach out for photo and then all of a sudden everyone wanted video.
I’ve never used a gimbal for any of my video work, it’s all been handheld or attached to a monopod or gorillapod.
That said, if it’s for aftermovie work, or an official recap of sorts, a gimbal may be important to have!
@@TARIQABDELPHOTO Funny enough I watched this vid last week, started emailing, and all of a sudden I'm also being asked for video too lol. But that makes a ton of sense. Probs dont need a gimbal yet.
Do you have any personal recommendations for monopods tho?
@@MindofMeech Yeah! I use a Sirui Monopod and it's treated me well on every shoot I've brought it on.
I have my camera up pretty high while I use a remote shutter to hit record or snap a photo.
It also helps that my camera (Sony A7R III) has a screen that tilts down, so I can see what the camera sees by looking up and balance everything out.
Here's my affiliate link if there's any interest in the Sirui Monopod: amzn.to/3GNQF9Y
Hi, I told an artist I would shoot the concert for free, even though she had already invited me to shoot at her concert and seem surprised I said I wouldn't charge. I feel like an idiot. I don't want to get stuck shooting for free all the time so how should I go about telling her the next one won't be free (if there is a next one)
I’m dropping a video on concert photography rates very shortly (maybe even tomorrow!) and I have a segment in the video where I discuss this.
You are most definitely worthy of getting paid what you think you’re worth! Next time they reach out to you, simply position yourself accordingly and let them know what your new rate is and negotiate if you have to 😊
Great advice! Is 1080p enough for video? I was looking at a used Canon 6D. Also, would a 2013 retina macbook pro be enough for editing?
I haven’t definitely delivered 1080p footage in the past, but these days I’m sure the standard is now 4K video! But sometimes it’s really difficult to tell which resolution the footage was shot in. As long as it looks good I’m sure you’ll be fine.
As far as the MacBook, I’m fighting for my life using a 2016 MacBook Pro. Every time I boot Lightroom it uses so much energy that my laptop turns into a fan. I can’t imagine the 2013 MacBook is easier to use due to it being at least a generation or two older.
Work with what you have and grow/upgrade from there! 💪🏽
When you start, can the a6700 be good enough for local shows?
Absolutely! The camera that you own is the best one to work with & learn from!
What is the MonoPod and Remote Shutter you have in this video? Can you share the Amazon link?
Hey there! Sorry for the delay -
Here is the exact (or similar) Monopod & Remote Shutter I was:
Remote Shutter: amzn.to/3Det6Fe
Monopod: amzn.to/403IIFC
Thank you for watching & for your support! Please let me know if you have any other questions.
Where do you make your portfolio?
My portfolio is made with Squarespace! :)
What if you don’t have a Sony? I have a Nikon D7500 that cost me a lot as it is I can’t afford another one currently
You can still succeed with a crop sensor camera! I started out with a Nikon D5300 before eventually upgrading.
Just try to keep your ISO as low possible whenever you can :)
@@TARIQABDELPHOTO thank you for your advice. I am slowly building myself up learning this one and getting the tools I need to enhance the quality of shots I take there’s so much to figure out but I’m excited to learn as much as possible
@@thisjourneycalledlife5957 that’s the spirit! The journey itself is super fun as well.
If you have any other specific questions, please don’t hesitate to ask!
how do you ask venues for artist managers' contact information?
Generally venues won’t have that information!
You need to find artist manager’s contact information on the artist’s Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, or on official management roster websites.
That’s where I’ve found them 99% of the time!
Do you do mentoring ?
You know what’s funny is I’ve actually been mentoring someone with hour long FaceTime calls this last month.
Since then I’ve been considering adding it as one of my services. If it’s something you’re interested in, we can talk more on Instagram! Shoot me a DM at @tariqabdelphoto