Instead of immediately looking at a figure’s face in search of recognition, the viewer is forced to consider other visual clues to contextualize the scene.
What is the figure wearing? Where are they performing? Who are they performing with? How do they hold their instrument? Are they standing or sitting?
Bringing these questions to the forefront of concert photography allows the viewer to imagine who the figure might be and create hypotheses for what kind of music they might make. It allows the viewer to focus on and find a unique appreciation for the relationship between the human body and the musical instrument. It symbolizes how music and art is often consumed; without a deep knowledge of the creator, yet with a deep connection to their creation.
Bainbridge, Megan. Lift Up Your Dress. 2023. Archival pigment print (B&W film), 8.5 in x 11 in (21.59 cm x 27.94 cm).
Bainbridge, Megan. Pussy Riot Says: Watch Closely. 2023. Archival pigment print (B&W film), 8.5 in x 11 in (21.59 cm x 27.94 cm).
Bainbridge, Megan. The Tambourine. 2022. Archival pigment print (B&W film), 8.5 in x 11 in (21.59 cm x 27.94 cm).
Bainbridge, Megan. Punk in Pink. 2022. Archival pigment print (C-41 film), 8.5 in x 11 in (21.59 cm x 27.94 cm).
Bainbridge, Megan. DeSouza on Guitar. 2022. Archival pigment print (B&W film), 8.5 in x 11 in (21.59 cm x 27.94 cm).
Bainbridge, Megan. Eddie on Bass. 2021. Archival pigment print (B&W film), 8.5 in x 11 in (21.59 cm x 27.94 cm).
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