Meet Loz — Touring Photographer from South England
Loz
She/they
England (south)
Tell us a little about yourself in one sentence
30 yo, touring photographer with AuDHD, who loves my job and my dog more than anything.
How would you describe your photography style in three words?
Authentic, Emotive and Dynamic
What’s your go-to or favourite camera and lens, and why?
Sony a7iv & 24-70mm
Boring I know but it’s just the best all rounder.
How did you get started in photography?
I got given a little kids Polaroïd style camera when I was 3yo and was truly fascinated by the magic of freezing time and a new way to create, I was hooked. Over the years of hyper fixations and hobbies, photography is the only one I always come back to.
I chose art at GCSE and did my exam in photography, then photography at college.
From the age of 13, I would take my little point & shoot digital or disposable film camera EVERYWHERE! Constantly trying to document everything, including my first gig at the joiners, where owner Pat very kindly let me bring the camera in. That’s where I fell in love with the combination of live music and photography.
Can you share a few key milestones in your photography journey so far?
Main stage at Download with Fever333. This was a goal I set myself the first time I attended the festival.
My first bus tour, felt like an unlikely goal when I did my first tour in a van sleeping on the floors of friends & family of the band.
Working with bands like The Home Team and Broadside and feeling respected and appreciated as a woman in the industry.
What’s one memorable moment you’ve had while shooting live music?
There are so many as I’ve got to shoot some incredible shows over the years of doing this and I have met some amazing people.
Shooting a local show I hadn’t heard of and Dougie (McFly) was playing bass. After the show I asked if I could share the images with them, I did and he followed me, complimented my work and got me a pass to shoot McFly at Nottingham Arena and then THE O2! I am very grateful to him for that opportunity.
What does representation mean to you in the alternative music scene, both on stage and behind the camera?
It’s incredibly important to see all types of people in this space.
I’ve personally have witnessed an incredibly powerful moment when April, bassist for Fever333, saw Sarah Akomanyi in the photo pit after a conversation April and I had before the set about how important it is to see people like you in the space to feel safe and welcome. Was a truly magical interaction to witness!
I myself have received many messages regarding how seeing a woman on the team of their favourite band makes them proud and also affirmed in their support of bands/wanting to support GOOD PEOPLE not just good music.
Are there any bands, artists, venues, or festivals in the alt scene that you feel promote diversity and representation, and you’d like to highlight?
I think there is always room for improvement and no one is perfect! However, bands I personally work with who I think are doing their best to be a safe space for ALL are The Home Team, Broadside, THECITYISOURS and a band I haven’t worked with but see consistently asking for venues and festivals to do better with regards to accessibility is Mallavora!
What’s one tip or lesson you’d give to someone starting out in music photography or wanting to try it?
Know your worth!
Build your skill, take any opportunity you can, respect people around you and learn pit etiquette please!
Give a shoutout to up to three female or non-binary photographers whose work you think deserves more attention
There are many, including Naomi!
But 3 that are constantly evolving in their art in addition to supporting other togs and artists around them are:
Kieran (they/them) - @photosby.kieran
Lorna (she/her) - @photosbylorna
Rebecca (she/her) - @rebecca_.photohraphy
