David Bergman

Canon Explorer of Light David Bergman is a New York-based commercial photographer and photo educator who specializes in portraiture, music, and action. As the official tour photographer for Bon Jovi and Luke Combs, he has documented bands on stage and on the road in more than 30 countries, and shares his experience with photographers of all skill levels at his "Shoot From The Pit" live concert photography workshops. In addition to his other celebrity clients, Bergman has 13 Sports Illustrated covers to his credit and has photographed numerous Olympics, World Series, Super Bowls, NBA, and NCAA Championships. His high-resolution GigaPan of President Obama's first inaugural speech was viewed by over 30 million people. Bergman has hosted multiple educational web series for photographers including “Ask David Bergman” and "Two Minute Tips" for AdoramaTV. He was a charter member of Apple's prestigious Aperture Advisory Board, is on the design board for Think Tank Photo, and is a Printique Ambassador and Red River Pro. Before moving to New York City in 2001, Bergman was a photojournalist on staff at The Miami Herald where he covered news and sporting events around the world. Get more information about his upcoming live concert photography workshops around the US at www.shootfromthepit.com.

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Fireworks at Liberty State Park in New Jersey. Photo by David Bergman.

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I shot sports for many years (mostly for Sports Illustrated) and now primarily shoot and teach concert photography...