Back in 2009  I shot some  behind the scene stills on a music video directed and produced by  Trevor Bittinger and  Brandon LaGanke.  The video was shot at my friends apartment who also happens to be a very talented designer, Jesse Hectic.  It was my first introduction to the band members of Jupiter One,  K Ishibashi, Zac Colwell, David Heilman and Pat Dougherty.

Tuesday night I attended a solo show of K’s (check out his new EP here), at the Living Room in Manhattan . The room was filled with friends and fans and the performance was kick ass. It was a treat to see k perform solo for it was a first for me. On my way out, David(Also a member of Jupiter One and Fancy Colors)  mentioned that Zac Colwell was playing at Glasslands with his other band, Chappo and invited me to join. We headed over the bridge to Brooklyn in time to watch the entire set, which was fantastic. Many of the faces at K’s show had resurfaced to watch Chappo perform as well.

It got me thinking about the artists in my life here in NYC. I am constantly being introduced to amazing creatives through my community of friends.  Whether it is a fellow photographer, designer, set builder, musician, sculptor…. It is an artist community like no other, a family.   We open our doors, lend a hand, share gear, whatever is needed  to help each other to create  and express their art.  I feel so fortunate to be supported and surrounded by so many amazing individuals. Thank you. Thank You. You are family and I am so grateful to be have all of you in my life.

Best,Shannon

2009 Throwback

Tuesday Night at The Living Room

Later that night… Chappo at Glasslands in Brooklyn.

Ted Perry is not just a musician but, a brilliant man of many talents and skills. Ted and Jack, his Australian Cattle-Dog spent the last few years living in a small farming community in South Dartmouth, MA.  This unique Norwegian pre-fabricated kit home from the late 70′s is an odd choice for New England climate but full of character. Ted spent much of his time here focused writing and playing his music.  If I was to describe his music, I’d say it  is a mix of “traditional” and “roots” style music influenced by folk. If that makes any sense? If not, you will have to hear him perform.  I visited Ted several times  here and thought it would be a great place to shoot. The light is so soft, and rich with color in pockets of the house.  I love watching the light shift throughout the rooms over the course of a day. Ted recently decided to move on from the area and asked if I would come and document a small sliver of his life at home.  My reply, was short and simple, “When can I visit?”

What a treat! A sunny winter day full of beautiful songs, shutter clicks, laughter and memorable conversation.  Cheers!

I have been fortunate to see some great shows this month. Les Claypool played at Brooklyn Bowl last week and last night I saw Six Gun Republic play at Public Assembly in Williamsburg. The killed it! I took a few pictures for my friend Johnny and thought I’d share some with you.

Six Gun Republic

Six Gun Republic

Six Gun Republic

Six Gun Republic

Liza and I got together last week to do a little test before the official album shoot with her band, The Liza Colby Sound. It was really nice to work one on one with Liza. I look forward to working with the entire band when they return from their tour.

Portrait of Musician, Liza Colby

Portrait of Liza Colby

The LIza Colby Sound, Liza Colby

Liza Colby

Wally's Cafe in Boston, Jazz

Man smoking at Wally's before the smoking ban in bars.

Rudy excited in conversation at Wally's

One of my fondest memories of  my time in Boston is the frequent visits to Wally’s.  Before the smoking ban it was a smokey, crowded bar packed nightly for music lovers and locals.  I made these photographs over eight years ago and they still are one of my favorites. It has been years since I have visited Wally’s Cafe but it still holds a very special place in my heart.   http://www.wallyscafe.com/