FromThePit 2025 - New Zealand Music Photography Exhibition Returns To Celebrate Local Talent In NZ Music Month
FromThePit is a curated collection of live music photography, focusing exclusively on Aotearoa musicians performing in local venues. This year, 59 photographers have contributed their recent mahi, providing a rich view of the nation's diverse music landscape.
The 2025 edition features an impressive audio-visual slideshow of over 100 carefully selected images, showcasing both established and emerging talents. Supported by a soundtrack of Kiwi musicians, the goal is to celebrate the depth and diversity of talent both on and off the stage—offering a glimpse into the heart of our music culture. This year's AV was previewed at the Taite Music Prize at Auckland's Q Theatre, offering a first look at the powerful visual storytelling that defines FromThePit.
Beyond the imagery, FromThePit embraces an educational kaupapa, offering events throughout the year for both aspiring and experienced live music photographers. These gatherings provide insight, inspiration, and practical guidance within this dynamic and ever-evolving field.
As the music industry continues to adapt and grow, FromThePit stands as a powerful reminder of the mana of live events. It serves as an enduring visual record of Aotearoa's music scene—acknowledging the past while shining a light on the future.
FromThePit 2025 will be accessible online and at locations across the motu during Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa | NZ Music Month (May 2025). For more details on this year's exhibition, related events, and to view archives from previous years, visit FromThePit.co.nz
FromThePit is made possible through the support of:
Sony, Audioculture | Iwi Waiata, Auckland Council | Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland UNESCO City of Music | Tāmaki Makaurau UNESCO Pā Puoro, NZ Music Month | Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa, Independent Music NZ (IMNZ), New Zealand Music Commission | Te Reo Reka o Aotearoa, and Agentx.
Designed and curated by New Zealand music photographers:
Dave Simpson, Chontalle Musson, Stella Gardiner, Brenna Gotje, and Jennifer de Koning – FromThePit 2025 promises to be an immersive and unforgettable celebration of Aotearoa's music photography.
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