Freddy's Photos (22/52)

Taking control of your set the moment someone steps into it is so important. I believe in having complete control of the process if my name is on the line for delivering the end product. I find the best way to do this is to be over-communicative with your artists. Tell them exactly what you expect, what you're looking for and above all when those expectations change. Compliment them on work well done the moment it happens, so they can learn from the process and above all if you need something different, tell them why. I need people to want to work with me, and if they get nothing out of the process, the reason for repeat business dwindles significantly. It's a simple concept, but something that can make the job go so much smoother.

Freddy's Photos (21/52)

One of my favourite moment of a dance show is the moment before the door opens and an empty stage sits ahead of me. It's almost like I've been able to see what's behind the curtain before the curtain is even built. It's also a moment to collect my thoughts about what I am about to shoot. Sometimes I only get 30 secs, sometimes I get 1/2 hour, but in that time I have to decide what is important for the night. Sometimes it's the entire stage, sometimes it's just a hand.  But I do need those moments to decide.

Freddy's Photos (20/52)

Sitting in Montreal this week working with some creative people  - it's the strange double reality that exists for me, supporting a full- time job in advertising and working on my passion for photography. But a week like this also gives me a chance to stretch my creative brain in a different direction which can only mean good things for my photography. Recently, I've continued to stretch to find new ways to shoot live dance performances.  But there are some performances where all I need to do is be a witness and enjoy. Any show that I've been to by the Toronto Rhythm Initiative (TRI) has been that kind of show, mainly for the dancers coming alive on stage. I may be continuing to stretch creatively, but I will never stop enjoying these shows.