Spot focus, AF-hold and fast hands. Shooting at F1.4 or F2.0 is rather unforgiving so focusing on the mic and waiting for the face to show up is not always the best option. Concert photography is about technique and speed; fast ISO, fast lens, fast hands and quick reaction times to lighting and mood.
In my opinion practice is the only way to get good, at anything really, and concert photography is no exception. It's very challenging and frustrating but capturing a special moment for an artist is very rewarding.
Concert photography and focus
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Spot focus, AF-hold and fast hands. Shooting at F1.4 or F2.0 is rather unforgiving so focusing on the mic and waiting for the face to show up is not always the best option. Concert photography is about technique and speed; fast ISO, fast lens, fast hands and quick reaction times to lighting and mood.
In my opinion practice is the only way to get good, at anything really, and concert photography is no exception. It's very challenging and frustrating but capturing a special moment for an artist is very rewarding.
you can check out my concert portfolio at http://www.photo.net/photodb/folder?folder_id=456086.
Best of luck!