Live Event Photography


Lights, sound, sweat — stories captured.

There’s nothing like the rush of a live show — the soundcheck hum, the flash of lights, the crowd leaning in. Whether it’s music, theatre, or something wilder, I’m there to capture every charged moment.

I focus on connection and detail: the flick of a guitarist’s hand, the crew working behind the scenes, the front-row regulars losing their minds, the way the light hits the stage just right. I tailor how I shoot to the vibe of the show — staying out of the way when needed, or getting right into the crowd when that’s where the story is.

There's nothing I love more than being in the thick of it: with the audience, or the crew, or having the performers getting in my face. Live events is a genre of photography that I am truly passionate about and delivering a stunning gallery gives me a buzz like nothing else.

I deliver full-spectrum galleries that let you relive the night from every angle: front of stage, behind the scenes, and deep in the crowd.
Clients often tell me how much they love the variety in their galleries. I don’t just hand over a handful of crowd pleasers — I deliver a full gallery of moments that help you relive the night from start to finish, as well as encompassing the atmosphere.

Based in Orange, NSW, and always chasing the next spark of energy and travelling wherever the music (or theatre, or circus) takes me.

We are and always will be a safe space for all types of peoples - LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, and everybody else can feel safe here.
Sam Russell Photography acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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Phone: (04) 3425 7528
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