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This was my first time in the Pit at an 'A' List gig, and it was trial by fire.

The stage had been extended and as a result the Pit was only 3 feet wide, 'Pyro Pete' had decided to go with the full pyrotechnics show despite the small venue and, because there were over 30 photographers in the Pit, it was decided to only allow 2 songs instead of the usual 3.  On top of this I was shooting for a magazine spread for the first time.....so no pressure!
Because of the rammed pit moving around to get the shots was not an option, and Paul was on the far side of the stage. The first two songs finished and they started the third but it was taking time to get all the photographers out, just as I got level with Paul he stepped onto the front step and I just lifted the camera and fired off one shot, this is the result.
This is my favourite shot because of the circumstances but I love the composition of the 'shape' Paul is pulling and the shafts of light behind and given the conditions it's surprisingly in focus.

Paul Stanley of KISS - Help for Heroes , The Forum London 4th July 2012

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