3. Take a sequence of photos – continuous (high) drive mode.
You don’t want to miss out on the performer’s facial expressions just because you didn’t press the shutter release at the right moment.
Set your camera to continuous (high) drive mode. The camera will be taking pictures one after another as long as you’re holding the shutter button. The show can be very dynamic and you need to be quick. That’s why continuous (high) drive mode is your friend. Later choose the best shot from a sequence. Don’t forget to buy a high capacity memory card to fit all the pictures in it. Especially if you’re shooting in RAW – which I highly recommend.
4. Use Continuous Autofocus
Setting up a continuous autofocus in your camera (AF-C – Nikon / AI Servo mode – Canon) will help you track your subject til you fully press the shutter release. It’s very helpful especially if the model is moving. The camera will refocus so you don’t need to worry about your pictures being blurry. Big relief, right? 🙂
great photos!!!
Thank you! x 🙂
Thank you for bringing me to the land of the bygone age for at least a moment. Your photographs are so fairy-tale-like and picturesque that imagining the music played in St James’s Church Picadilly wasn’t a problem. The photograph which made the biggest impression on me is the one with the choir having the stained glass window behind them. Not only does it show the beauty of the church and charm of the models but also the astonishing atmosphere of the event. Your photographs have influenced my imagination so much that I’ve decided to go to the next concert of the band in Peterborough Cathedral. Thank you for the tips how to photograph in low light situations without any flash lighting. I think that your thoughts and pictures can be an inspiration not only for beginners but for the experienced photographers as well. Thank you for a great artistic experience. Jarek
Thank you very much. I’m glad you like the photographs and tips. Hope you tried them out during the concert. Mediaeval Baebes’ shows are indeed beautiful.