We got a call recently from the Leeds-based George Grant Jazz Duo, asking if we could shoot them some promotional images. They had a gig a day or so later, so Phil & I joined them for an hour beforehand at the Loft Events Space. 
It was a whistle stop bash, with only having an hour, and George & Rich hadn’t been photographed a great deal.
So we had to quickly put them at ease and work against the clock with the fading daylight.
We started with a few shots of them playing on the steps.
Then I cracked out the mobile studio heads and softbox, and Phil & I worked together to get some creative lighting.
They asked us for some promo images in both casual and smart clothes, so we shot a mixture.
I love the new Quadra flash-heads, especially through a softbox. Though must remember the sandbags next time, cos the flash stands took two nosedives during the shoot and are developing some impressive war-wounds!
We popped another head behind the guys to rim light them a little to help lift them from the background.
I like this shot of them, with the backlighting, shadows across their faces & relaxed expressions.
The shoot went really well and, working fast, it was great to see what we could get done in the hour!
If you’re a local musician, from around the Leeds, Yorkshire or beyond and are looking for some promo images, drop us a line to discuss prices!
by Barnaby
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