Mihaela Petrescu - Photographer/Videographer
Mihaela: I started concert photography at 16. My uncle played in bands, so I began by shooting his shows and connecting with other local acts. That eventually led me to work with media outlets and promoters. I also studied cinema in college/university, which brought me into video work too. I took a break because video is super time-consuming, but I’ve been back into it for the past two years. One mistake I often see is new photographers jumping straight into big shows. Shooting in small, low-light venues teaches you so much. You develop your style, gain real experience, and build from the ground up.
Where is it more exciting for you to work ... at big events/festivals or in smaller clubs? Why is that? What is the special attraction of working on the 70000 Tons of Metal Cruise?
Mihaela: For me, it’s less about the size of the event and more about the energy of the band. I’ve captured wild moments at tiny club shows and massive festivals like Wacken. 70000 Tons is something else entirely! You shoot in conditions you’ll never find anywhere else. There’s a mosh pit in a hot tub, intense winds on deck, belly flop contests followed by poolside sets ... it’s chaotic in the best way, and you get truly one-of-a-kind shots.
What is particularly important to you in order to present a band well live?
Mihaela: Lighting and performance, always. I’m chasing the action shot, not just a good photo, but the kind that makes people say, “I wish I’d been there.” That’s the goal: to make every shot feel like a once-in-a-lifetime moment.
Release date: 11th of May, 2025
Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/mihaontour/
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