Steve Ritchie Photographer – Music Behind The Lens Episode 20
MUSIC BEHIND THE LENS — STEVE RITCHIE Episode 20
In this episode of Music Behind The Lens,
Martin Bone talks to fellow music photographer Steve Ritchie about his journey behind the camera and the stories, experiences and challenges that have shaped his work. From the early days of discovering photography to the craft of capturing live music, Steve shares his approach to working in the pit, dealing with the pressure of limited shooting time, and finding those moments that exist for only a fraction of a second.
We also explore Steve’s workflow and editing, the realities of working within the music photography industry, and what happens when the camera comes away from your eye and the photographer reflects on the image they have created. At the heart of the interview is The Stories Behind The Frame, where Steve chooses five photographs and takes us behind each image — revealing the circumstances, memories and stories that can never be seen simply by looking at the finished photograph.
Steve Ritchie is the editor of MetalTalk, Europe’s leading independent Heavy Metal news publication. He has been instrumental in shaping the publication’s style and presentation in recent years, focusing on quality journalism without resorting to clickbait. Under his leadership, MetalTalk (https://www.metaltalk.net/ ) has covered numerous live events and conducted high-profile interviews with bands like Halestorm, Alter Bridge, and The Darkness.
Professionally, Steve is a tech geek, but he loves music, especially live music. If he is not playing, then watching with his camera is an acceptable alternative. Steve uses Fuji X system cameras. Steve has contributed to many gig reviews and interviews. His editorial work and his team have helped MetalTalk become a respected source in the Metal Music scene. He also contributes to PCN Magazine . https://www.pcnmagazine.uk/
Music Behind The Lens is an independent interview series created and hosted by Martin Bone, exploring the people behind music photography and the stories that happen beyond the finished image.
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