Dunedin-based freelance rock photographer Roger
Grauwmeijer has been involved in the local music industry since 1978 as
a performer (synthesist), mechanist, lighting technician and
photographer. Roger is a life member and past President of the Dunedin
Musicians’ Club. Film prices eventually put a halt to the photography until the advent of the high resolution digital SLR. Roger is now back with a vengeance taking every opportunity to capture local and touring acts.
Roger is well versed in the etiquette of live gig photography. Wearing dark clothing, all photographs are taken without the use of a flash and, where a back-stage pass is issued, he ensures there is no obstruction to performers, technicians, luminaries and other onstage paraphernalia. Roger's services are FREE but band merchandise or drinks are gratefully accepted as koha.
Roger's kit consists of a Canon 8.1 megapixel (3456x2304) digital SLR with EFS 10-22mm USM, EF f2.8L 70-200mm IS USM and EFS 18-55mm Canon lenses and an assortment of filters. Stage shots are taken at ISO 800-1600 with no visible degradation in picture quality. Extra lighting (including a 100mW laser) are available for local gigs for a small charge.