Cobra Starship @ Pop's -- 2008.10.18

This shot actually includes the members of Cobra Starship – and one if their techs –- in a serendipitous full-band snap. Another second or two either way and we might have missed Ryland.

This is the Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8 ~~somewhere around 14mm~~ at 15mm, with speedlights camera right and left.

This image should be running in an upcoming issue of Alternative Press with a profile of Cobra Starship.

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LesMeister says:

Amazing..!!! looks like HDR and cartoon type effect..!!!
well timed and captured..!!
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

Todd | ishootshows.com says:

Thanks for your comment. No HDR here, just some flashes and flare. :)
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

Minerva Photography says:

freakin' awesome as usual :D
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

Todd | ishootshows.com says:

Thanks, Minerva. :)
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

scorpiusdiamond says:

Somewhere around 14mm, do those fractions make a difference?
Pretty fantastic lineup shot - those moving lights look awesome. For a gig photographer, you sure know how to use your flash on the rare occasion that you're allowed ;)
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

Todd | ishootshows.com says:

Thanks! With ultra-wide lenses, a few millimeters does make a difference.

I just checked this and it was shot at 15mm.

I'm still learning flash, believe me. But thanks very much for the kind words! It's hard to practice with shows like this because of the rarity of the allowance, but I've found flash to be a great asset so far.
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

SoulCatcherLondon says:

Flash is the new 'available light' isn't it? :D

My favourites over the past few days have been strobe-driven and this is definitely one of those.
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

artistjanebush says:

Wow...amazing photo! I've always imagined that Pop's would be quite a challenge for live venue shooting, but you've definitely got it mastered!
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

ararejul says:

luck + skill = f*ing amazing.

did you get giddy when you realized that you actually got all the band members? i would have.
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

Todd | ishootshows.com says:

soulcatcher: Ha, flash is always available ;) Thanks!

Jane: Thanks for the feedback. Pop's is actually kind of awful for photography, but being able to set up flashes definitely helps! I should have two more gigs there tomorrow as well.
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

Todd | ishootshows.com says:

Hey Julia! I didn't realize everyone was in the frame until I was looking at the shots on my computer. I have a few other shots of a few seconds before and after, and Ryland is missing, or you can't see the drummer, etc.

Anyway, glad it all worked out, since it should be a cool feature on the band! I have heard through a friend that Gabe thinks it's cool, haha. :)
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

Tasha {Redwall Photo :: Music} says:

I love this. I might frame it when I get my issue of AP. Just kidding. Maybe.
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

Corey Douglas [ www.coreydouglas.com ] says:

nice, getting the whole band is always so hard!
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

Peter__M says:

Another winner.
So, the bands don't mind you setting up flashes to use during the show? Some tech guy isn't worried they'll mess up their lighting scheme or something?
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

Todd | ishootshows.com says:

Tasha: Thanks very much, glad to hear you like it. AP is going to have me as a new customer for this one. I have to wonder how it will be laid out, I think it is going to be half-page.

Corey: Thanks, this was a bit of luck! But I'll take it. ;)

Peter: I had permission from the band to use flash during this show. I didn't get yelled at or get the evil eye from any of the lighting techs as far as I k now. All the crew and management were incredibly nice.
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

tpricephotography says:

i'm in love with this photo!
Posted 8 months ago. ( permalink )

Todd | ishootshows.com says:

Thanks!
Posted 8 months ago. ( permalink )

saygoodbyetoamy says:

saw it in AP today! congrats!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Todd | ishootshows.com says:

Thanks! Yup, just picked up the magazine today!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

sirSNEAK says:

Congrats, Just saw this in AP. AND SORRY you had to survive through that god awful performance they put on. lol
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

xKRBSx says:

specifically what kind of camera do you use
because i am interested on getting a
professional camero for christmas
and your album is pretty awesome
so yeahhh...
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Todd | ishootshows.com says:

Sneak: Ha, nah, I enjoyed their show, there was plenty to photograph.

KRBS: I used a Nikon D3 for this show. See www.ishootshows.com and the Great Guide for the rest of the info on the equipment I use. :)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

amaranthinecreations says:

a.mazing shot
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

amaranthinecreations says:

honestly, i did think this would be a good shot for AP to do their band blueprints. and it was! hahah (i just flipped through the issue now).
ive had it for a few weeks, but havnt had the chance to read much. cept where i'm quoted for anthony green's avalon. lol (i was quite happy when i saw they picked mine.hehe)

so yes, again, fantastic shot! how many years of experience do you have?
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Megan Marie-Marilyn says:

This is such an amazing shot. Seriously, you're gifted. You have my dream job, I'm pretty jealous. :-)
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Todd | ishootshows.com says:

Aw, thanks, Megan.

Hey Stephanie, sorry for the late reply -- Thanks for the kind note! It'll be three years this March since I shot my first concert. :)
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

bungack says:

this is great! i want a camera :(
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

So just remember to smile smile smile says:

Awesome shot :D.
Love him.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

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