Line Out - Comments on Tonight in Photographers Who Shoot Live Music: Blush Photo

Comment by Lindsay

Lindsay — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 11:30:31 -0800

Kristen Truax is by far the most talented and beautiful photographer I know. Her work at Neumos is amazing and her photographs of St Vincent are stunning.

Glad to know you!

Comment by rk

rk — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 11:50:16 -0800

Just remember that, in order to get those awesome on-stage shots for all the world to see, photographers are always shoving people near the stage out of their way, with varying degrees of rudeness. It's not usually a big deal here in Seattle, but at media-soaked events like SXSW, it's a major headache that seriously harshes the mellow of LOTS of 'ordinary' music fans. You know, the ones who took the time to get to the show early and suffer through the opening acts, because they don't have an excuse to arrive 5 minutes before the headliner starts and then push their way to the front.

Sometimes I think the biggest 'attention whores' are the photographers themselves.

And if Truax is actually physically attractive (I don't know what she looks like, although undoubtedly I've seen her, like at that Raveonettes show), well there's your answer why performers look relaxed and happy while she's taking their pic. Most everyone unconsciously responds that way to beautiful people.

Comment by Mel

Mel — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 12:00:13 -0800

"Of course it would, it�s a tree falling." Haha, that totally cracked me up! This is a great article on a great company.

Comment by Blush Photo

Blush Photo — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 12:20:07 -0800

On the contrary rk, I have a nifty exclusive spot at Nuemos next to the security guard (of whom all are amazing at Neumos- nice guys! Don't give them shit!) I am out of the way of all people's view.

I am extraordinarily courteous at shows. When requested, I have even been known to send photos to complete strangers if I happen to catch a cool photo of them. I am constantly giving back to everyone- I don't feel like I am taking. Plus, my big head never gets in the way. Everyone wins!

Comment by KELLY O

KELLY O — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 13:06:43 -0800

Can't wait to see the show Kristen!

Also, #2 - one of the funniest things at SXSW this year when devil-punks MONOTONIX poured beer over the entire photo pit at their Bourbon Rocks show. I've never seen so many pissed off khaki-vested middle-aged men in that frantic of a panic in my entire life.

Comment by Shannon

Shannon — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 17:10:22 -0800

Every time Blush Photo hangs a show, we're in for a treat! There's no doubt that Blush has world-class talent and incredible images. The resume and professional prints speak for themselves! Keep up the edgy, interesting, gorgeous, amazing work, Blush!

But what other photographers make their events about the GUESTS as much as the art?? Blush does a wonderful job making the event super fun for gallery-goers. Last time I saw Blush's work hanging at The McLeod Residence, I dressed in costume for the theme of the night and won a raffle, getting a gift certificate for a hair color! There are great things going around whenever BLUSH is in the building!

Trust me, you do not want to miss this show! It will surely be a treat...

Comment by Kat

Kat — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 18:29:11 -0800

It's great to have someone in this town that's dedicated and skilled in their profession. It often seems so many other twenty and thirty somethings in Seattle just hope that their hair do and skinny jeans gets them somewhere! Way to do the thing, Blush!

Comment by E

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 19:40:08 -0800

Damn, Anthony Kiedis looks hella young in that second pic!

Comment by Amy Dials

Amy Dials — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 16:26:58 -0800

Heck yeah, Kristen!

Comment by Amber

Amber — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 20:02:01 -0800

I've been blessed with the treat of getting to know Kristen and even having been in her lens a time or two. She is one of the most generous, loving, and gorgeous people I've had the pleasure of meeting. Her heart is easily as massive as her talent! I love you, Kristen!