Concert Photography Access Granted: 10 Easy Steps to Obtaining a Media Pass for Concert Photography (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798314545157)

Concert Photography Access Granted: 10 Easy Steps to Obtaining a Media Pass for Concert Photography

Unlock the pit with Concert Photography Access Granted: 10 Easy Steps to Obtaining a Media Pass for Concert Photography by Marty Haviik, Arizona's seasoned concert photographer with 38 years of stage experience and decades behind the lens. This isn't just a book-it's a no-frills roadmap to snagging that coveted media photo pass, the golden ticket that gets you front-row to freeze the sweat and soul of live music. Forged from Haviik's journey-hustling local Arizona dives to Managing Editor/Senior Photojournalist at ION Indie Magazine, mentored by legends like Neil Preston and Henry Diltz-this guide delivers a 10-step playbook to turn your camera into a backstage key.

Master the art of access with practical steps: build a standout portfolio from gritty gigs that scream your skill, dig up elusive PR contacts through venue sleuthing and artist pages, craft pro-level pass requests that trade killer shots for pit entry, and pitch with precision-knowing when to hit send and follow up without ruffling feathers. Whether you're a solo photographer bartering exposure or tied to an outlet, Haviik shows you how to navigate gatekeepers, leverage local ties or online credidentials, and seal the deal with low-light mastery. Loaded with insider tips-gear essentials, timing hacks, a success checklist, and a directory of industry heavyweights (CAA, Live Nation, more)-it's everything you need to go from crowd to pit.

This is Haviik's hard-earned wisdom: decades of chasing passes, charming publicists, and proving value with every frame. For newbies or pros eyeing bigger stages, Access Granted equips you to secure that pass and capture the raw energy of the show. The stage is calling-earn your spot.