Photographing Tate McRae from the Crowd: A Visual Feast

Seeing Tate McRae live was something I had been looking forward to for a while — and it turned out to be one of the most visually and emotionally spectacular concerts I’ve ever attended. I didn’t have a photopass this time, but I made Some shots from my seat, which proved to be a surprisingly rewarding challenge.

Singer Tate McRae

From the very first moment, it was clear this wouldn’t be an ordinary pop show. It was a high-energy fusion of music, dance, and light - more like a string of music videos brought to life than a standard concert. Every single song felt like the opening act of a new show, with its own lighting, choreography, and stage design. You could barely keep up with everything that was happening. And somehow, despite all that spectacle, Tate made sure to connect deeply with her audience.

One of the most jaw-dropping moments came when she suddenly disappeared into the main stage only to reappear later across the arena, elevated on a circular platform. From there, she performed several songs, including a beautiful piano segment, giving fans in every corner of the venue the chance to see her up close. The stage design was masterful: a long central runway branched off to both sides, with large moving blocks that rose and fell throughout the show. Even the stage on the stage had its own platform. It was a constantly shifting playground for movement and visuals.

As a photographer, capturing this from a seated position was both limiting and exciting. I had to work with the angles I had, wait for the right lighting moments, and anticipate the choreography. But that also forced me to focus more intently and it made each successful shot feel more rewarding.

Of course, she performed fan favorites like ‘sports car’ and ‘revolving door’ and the crowd sang along passionately. But what stayed with me most was the total experience: how polished and personal it felt at the same time.

Photographing Tate McRae from the crowd gave me a whole new appreciation for her artistry, not just as a singer and dancer, but as a true performer who understands how to fill an arena and leave no one behind. Absolutely unforgettable.