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Adam James

About Adam James
Adam James @Adamjxphoto
Role: Photographer

I'm a semi-professional photographer that loves to capture anything and everything. I'd love to travel with my photography so going on tour has always been on my to-do list.
My first camera was gifted to me as a hand me down from my brother many many years ago and I've only gotten better since and learnt along the way.

Qualification: Self taught photographer/videographer. Didn't go to uni, work full time in telecomms.

Available for: Sport, events, portrait and anything that takes my fancy, other than weddings!

First attended gig: The first gig I attended was a band called Dog Is Dead at the Louisianna in Bristol. It was such a good gig and I recruited some family to take me as I was under 16! This band was my gateway into the Indie Pop Rock genre that I love today.

First gig shot: The first band I took pictures of was, was the first gig I went to alone. None of my friends liked the band, Pinegrove, so I contacted Thekla and asked if I could bring my camera. They let me in and I had my first photo pass! I still have the badge to this day.

Dream gig: Arctic Monkeys in the AM era. Watching Matt Bellamy run down the stage playing plug in baby. Moose Blood on a tour...!

Love Saves the Day, Day One Review

May 29, 2025 Adam James 0

Love Saves the Day returned for another bumper May bank holiday weekend on the 23rd and 24th of May 2025. Since its beginnings in Castle […]

Review – The Wombats, Marble Factory, February 16th

February 19, 2025 Adam James 0

The Wombats Electrify The Marble Factory with an Exclusive Setlist Surprise Bristol’s Marble Factory, a staple of the city’s live music scene, played host to […]

Review – Katy J Pearson, SWX Bristol, November 29th

December 3, 2024 Adam James 0

Bristol’s SWX hosted an unforgettable performance by the incredibly talented local artist Katy J Pearson on Friday, the 29th of November. As a local favorite, […]

Review – Rejjie Snow, SWX, November 15th

November 20, 2024 Adam James 0

Rejjie Snow Brings Jazz-Tinged Vibes and Raw Energy to SWX on His “Europe 24” Tour Irish rapper Rejjie Snow made his SWX debut as part […]

Review – Alfie Templeman w/ SOFY and Ava Zarate, Thekla, 9th November

November 13, 2024 Adam James 0

As the days begin to get colder and the mist settles in on November9th, I walk to Thekla at 6:30 PM for doors. Thekla is […]

Review – Forwards Festival day one, Bristol, August 31st

September 3, 2024 Adam James and Rosie Risdale 0

Forwards Festival returned to Bristol’s iconic Clifton Downs for its third year, bringing together an eclectic mix of music, community, and activism. This year’s day […]

Review – Hospitality On The Harbour, Siren Festival, 3rd August.

August 6, 2024 Adam James 0

With the festival season in full swing, Siren Bristol returns with Hospitality on the Harbour for their second year next to the Avon River, featuring […]

Review – Annie Mac, Bristol Sounds Day 6

July 2, 2024 Johnty Tennant and Adam James 0

Since its founding in 2017, Bristol Sounds has rapidly become one of the South West’s most anticipated annual events — and the past seven days […]

Review – Love Saves The Day (Day Two) May 26th

May 29, 2024 Johnty Tennant and Adam James 0

Twelve years after its inaugural celebrations, Bristol’s largest festival made its annual return to Ashton Court this weekend. Interspersed with cult classics with up-and-coming prodigies, […]

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