Chapter 11. Catch That Outfit

Jamiroquai, 2006. Nikon D2X, 1/320 sec, f/2.8, ISO 1600, 170 mm

Figure 11.1. Jamiroquai, 2006. Nikon D2X, 1/320 sec, f/2.8, ISO 1600, 170 mm

Special headgear, like Jamiroquai's hat, is also a popular item at the opening of a show. If you manage to make a very good shot of it, you won't even need the second or third song. The only disadvantage is that fans will be able to tell where and when the shot was made, which makes the shot quickly outdated.

Bootsy Colins, 2008. Nikon D300, 1/250 sec, f/2.8, ISO 3200, 200 mm

Figure 11.2. Bootsy Colins, 2008. Nikon D300, 1/250 sec, f/2.8, ISO 3200, 200 mm

Bootsy Collins is known for his extravagant outfits. Most of the time he is totally unrecognizable. The modest creation he is wearing here makes the photo rare.

Trijntje Oosterhuis, 2008. Nikon D300, 1/160 sec, f/4.5, ISO 1600, 135 mm

Figure 11.3. Trijntje Oosterhuis, 2008. Nikon D300, 1/160 sec, f/4.5, ISO 1600, 135 mm

Light is extremely important in pop photography. The bigger the show, the more light you will get. The Vari-Lites that are used nowadays can change color, direction, beam pattern, and beam format. Look for these spots. Without the green spot behind Trijntje Oosterhuis, the photo would not be as meaningful.

Steve Lukather, 2005, Nikon D2X, 1/400 sec, f/2.8, ISO 800, 85 mm

Figure 11.4. Steve Lukather, 2005, Nikon D2X, 1/400 sec, f/2.8, ISO 800, 85 mm

The explosion of light behind Steve Lukather is a combination of smoke and Vari-Lite beams. The spots on the right side are fixed and give nice, old-fashioned round light points. The combination is ideal for a photographer.

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