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George V. Johnson Jr. At The Millennium Stage
George V. Johnson Jr. performing at the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage as part of the DC Jazz Festival 2023.
Brian McKnight at Maryland Hall Annapolis, Maryland
As a concert photographer, I will often shoot some artists; this was the case for Brian.
McKnight. He returned to the area, and this time, he performed at Annapolis’ Maryland Hall. He gave
tribute to his wife, who he credited for saving his life.
My Photography Essentials
What do I have in my camera bag? - Nikon D750 (2) - Coiro Dual Skinny Harness - Lenses – 70-200mm 2.8, 24-70mm 2.8, and 35 1.8 (may change due to venue) - Ear Plugs – Protect Your Ears - Lens wipes - Lens Blower...
Potomac Jazz and Seafood Festival 2023
Last year, I was scheduled to be at Potomac Jazz and Seafood Festival, but at 8 am, the festival was
canceled due to a rainstorm that flooded the area. The festival returned this year with 90-degree heat,
and lucky, the summer rainstorm blew in the opposite direction.
The Return to Concert Photography
Concert Photography shutdown last year due to the pandemic. I spent over a year with no live, in-person music. Horrible! Sunday night I was able to shoot Marcus Johnson. To be compliance, Rams Head made small changes to the venue. Waitresses have cell phones to handle...
Pivot Focus
The Coronavirus pandemic is something I was not expecting. Many photographers and including myself took a major hit from the Covid-19 pandemic. I shoot primarily concert photography and due to the pandemic, there are no concerts to shoot til mid-2021. I have decided...