Photography Tutorials

Photography tutorials by NYC music photographer Todd Owyoung, with an emphasis on shooting events with available light at high ISO.

Nikon Z 9 Settings — Initial Setup and Customization

Customizing your Nikon Z 9 settings will enable you to get the highest performance out of this flagship...

Why you need to Raise Your photography Rates

While raising your rates may sound unnerving as a photographer, it's a common business practice and something that...

Concert Photography 101: Arriving & Picking Up Your Pass

Concert photography 101: Your guide to arriving at a venue and picking up your photo pass for photographing a concert.

How to Start a Music Blog or publication for Photo Passes

One of the best ways to start getting photo passes is to start your own publication. It's easier than you think.

The Ultimate Guide to Photo Passes for Concert Photography

Whether you're an established music photographer or just starting to photograph concerts, you know one thing: Access is...

Photographer’s Guide to Music Festivals

Photographing a music festival? Here's your ridiculously long guide to the gear, lenses and approach to photograph your best festival experience.

Focus on Photography, Not Camera Brands

I don't care what camera you use, what brand your lenses are. If you're a photographer, I'm cheering for you.

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Self-Doubt as a Photographer

If there's one thing I've learned, photographers almost universally feel doubt and imposter syndrome in some way or another. Here's how to overcome these feelings.

Articles

How to Use a Cost of Business Calculator to Set Your Rates as a Photographer

How to Set Your Rates as a Photographer

Packing List for Camping Music Festivals

Recap: Nikon LA Music Photography Workshop

Photography Gear

Packing List for Camping Music Festivals

TourBox Neo Review for Photographers

When to Upgrade Your Camera Gear

Essential Lenses for Concert Photography

Music Photography

How to Use a Cost of Business Calculator to Set Your Rates as a Photographer

How to Set Your Rates as a Photographer

Packing List for Camping Music Festivals

Recap: Nikon LA Music Photography Workshop

Photography Tutorials

Nikon Z 9 Settings — Initial Setup and Customization

Why you need to Raise Your photography Rates

Concert Photography 101: Arriving & Picking Up Your Pass

How to Start a Music Blog or publication for Photo Passes

The Ultimate Guide to Photo Passes for Concert Photography

Photographer’s Guide to Music Festivals

Focus on Photography, Not Camera Brands

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Self-Doubt as a Photographer

How to Use a Cost of Business Calculator to Set Your Rates as a Photographer

How to Set Your Rates as a Photographer

Packing List for Camping Music Festivals

Recap: Nikon LA Music Photography Workshop