Photography News Issue 38

Photography News | Issue 38 | absolutephoto.com

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Drum roll please Pro focus

Written by Jemma Dodd

It can be tough getting a clear shot of a drummer when they’re at the back of the stage, but photographer Deirdre O’Callaghan’s latest project puts them front and centre...

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Deirdre O’Callaghan has built a career uniting her passions for music and photography and her new book, TheDrumThing , combines the two perfectly. “As a photographer, I love watching a drummer perform – the sheer physicality of playing this kind of instrument. To me drumming is almost like a dance, and the idea of capturing this energy and rhythm really appealed to me,” Deirdre begins. “I am always working on different personal projects

and really felt that this project encompassed a lot of different things that I’mpassionate about. “I chose to include Julie Edwards of Deap Vally as I like her originality as a player. For such a mild-mannered person she is a very energetic and dynamic drummer. We had a chat before the shoot to work out a few ideas regarding the location as her studio is in a different area to her house. It was very important tome that every shot in the bookwas

taken in the most personal space to each drummer,” Deirdre toldus. “It was a very relaxed and fun shoot with Julie, and this shot was taken where her kit was set up. I shot with a Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III with a 50mm f/1.4 lens and for lighting used two Profoto battery packs and three heads.”

This article first appeared in issue 125 of Professional Photo , on sale now. It’s packed with inspiring images and tips for aspiring pros and those already making a living. absolutephoto.com

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