David Poulain Live Photography

I was born in the late 1970s.

As I thought about how to introduce myself, I remembered that, from a very young age, I was the one taking family photos with the legendary Instamatic 255X and its iconic flash cube. Grandpa, on the other hand, always « cut off heads » in his shots—and honestly, I preferred not to be seen anyway, especially in those itchy turtleneck sweaters!

Then came my middle and high school years in northern France. Those years when you start a band with your friends, when you devour magazines filled with interviews of your favorite artists, concert reports of shows you wished you had attended… or the ones you actually went to and relived in your mind, over and over.

I studied physics, then earned a master’s degree in audiovisual studies… I met a true enthusiast, took my first steps in the darkroom, learned the art of analog prints… Then, finally, I moved to Paris.
AT LAST!

After a few years, I managed to overcome my shyness. I knocked on a few doors, showed what I could do… and I eventually made it to the other side of the pit, to my greatest delight! Thinking that somewhere, there might be a kid looking at my work—not on glossy paper anymore, but on a screen… 😉

Are you a manager, an artist agent, or working in the music or event industry? Looking for a professional photographer who understands the field and its challenges?

For several years, I’ve been working with bands and artists, capturing live performances, backstage moments, and portrait sessions.

Trust me with your project—I guarantee stunning images that highlight the artists while respecting your constraints and budget.