DESTINY Packs The Pit

Destiny's Child
Today Show Concert Series
July 29, 2005/ 7am press call

You would think that everyone would be co-operative after all that hugging (if you were there, you'll understand)...

The photo pit was extended and a second set of risers was added this week to accommodate all the extra shooters (34 were on the list).

When the pit was opened, everyone followed the list, and picked their spots in an orderly manner. Unfortunately, after everyone was settled in, security needed to adjust the riser because someone moved it and there were more late photographers that needed to fit in the pit. (I thought cut off was 7:30am?). Everyone got off the riser, moved it, and reclaimed their spots. But, by moving the riser backwards, it became tough to clear the heads of those shooters standing on the ground. There was a lot of people complaining, but you can't please everyone. There were plenty of unobstructed photos opportunities to be had.

And right after their set was over, we managed to get their attention to pose for a group shot. And wouldn't you know it...the SECOND they all got together and looked our way...they were called off the stage. Impeccable timing and a missed op. SO close.....