"Festival Setting" — Archive | Tim Trautmann

A person in black clothing reclines in a bright red hammock at the Orchard Vibration campout in Newberg, Oregon, with a canned drink resting on the ground below them. A second patterned hammock in blue and orange is visible in the background, suspended between large orchard trees. Hazy smoke drifts through the moody, dimly lit grove, with festival-goers, a tractor, string lights, and camping gear faintly visible among the trees.

Orchard Haze

Hammock life at the Orchard Vibration campout, Newberg, Oregon.

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Charlotte McCaslin and Faith Grossnicklaus of Roselit Bone command the intimate stage at Dante's in Portland, bathed in ethereal blue and magenta lighting. McCaslin clutches a white hollow-body guitar while Grossnicklaus stands close beside her, both performers silhouetted against the venue's signature atmospheric glow. The dramatic color wash transforms the underground club into a dreamscape, capturing the raw intensity of their RX Fest 2019 performance.

Electric Duo at Dante's Stage

Roselit Bone performs under dramatic colored lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's legendary Dante's venue.

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Two trumpet players from the band Roselit Bone perform in dramatic blue stage lighting at Dante's in Portland, Oregon during RX Fest 2019. The musicians, dressed in dark clothing, stand behind a Nord Electro 4 HP keyboard, their brass instruments gleaming under the moody concert illumination. Microphones capture their performance while intense backlighting creates an atmospheric haze, emphasizing the intimate venue setting of this underground music festival.

Roselit Bone Trumpet Duo in Blue Stage Light

Roselit Bone delivers a captivating trumpet performance bathed in blue stage lights at Dante's during RX Fest 2019 in Portland, Oregon.

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A bearded musician with flowing hair grins widely while performing behind an electronic mixing console, bathed in vibrant blue and purple stage lighting. The intimate venue atmosphere pulses with energy as the artist, part of electronic duo Roselit Bone, manipulates controls during their RX Fest 2019 performance. Tattoos visible on his arms catch the atmospheric lighting while the background dissolves into a dreamy wash of concert illumination.

Electronic Euphoria at Portland's Dante's

Barry Walker of Roselit Bone performs at RX Fest 2019 at Dante's in Portland, Oregon.

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Six musicians of Roselit Bone perform under dramatic purple and amber stage lighting at Portland's iconic Dante's venue during RX Fest 2019. The intimate club setting frames the band with rich crimson curtains while atmospheric haze swirls through the colored beams, creating a moody backdrop for their eclectic instrumentation including guitars, violin, and keyboards. The low stage positioning places the audience at eye level with the performers, emphasizing the venue's legendary intimacy.

Roselit Bone Illuminated at Dante's Stage

Roselit Bone captivates the crowd with their genre-blending performance at Dante's during RX Fest 2019 in Portland, Oregon.

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Tobias Berblinger of Roselit Bone commands the stage at Portland's legendary Dante's venue, his flowing blonde hair catching the saturated magenta and cyan stage lights. The bassist stands in contemplative focus, adorned in a black band tee and pendant necklace, while the atmospheric concert lighting transforms the intimate club into an otherworldly sonic cathedral. The image captures a moment of musical transcendence during RX Fest 2019, where underground music culture thrives in Portland's creative heart.

Electric Devotion at Dante's Stage

Tobias Berblinger of Roselit Bone performs under ethereal stage lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's Dante's venue.

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Barry Walker, Tobias Berblinger, and Victor Franco of Roselit Bone command the intimate stage at Dante's in Portland, their silhouettes carved against a wash of crimson and azure stage lights. Walker's cowboy hat catches the glow as he works the synthesizer, while Franco's leather jacket gleams under the dramatic lighting as he grips his white electric guitar. The atmospheric haze and moody lighting create an electric tension that defines Portland's underground music scene.

Electric Atmosphere at Dante's Underground Stage

Roselit Bone performs at RX Fest 2019 in the atmospheric confines of Dante's, Portland's legendary underground venue.

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A drummer from Sun Blood Stories emerges through dense red stage lighting at Dante's nightclub in Portland's downtown district. The performer, captured mid-beat with drumsticks raised, appears almost spectral behind the thick crimson fog that transforms the intimate venue into a fever dream. An ornate mandala-patterned drum head anchors the foreground while the atmospheric haze swallows the drum kit's chrome hardware, creating an otherworldly concert experience that defines Portland's underground music scene.

Crimson Haze at Dante's Inferno

Sun Blood Stories drummer performs through dense red stage fog during Rx Fest at Dante's nightclub in downtown Portland.

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Roselit Bone commands the cramped stage at Portland's legendary Dante's venue, their silhouettes carved by piercing purple and cyan stage lights that slice through the smoky darkness. The band's keyboardist leans into his vintage synthesizer while the guitarist and drummer create a wall of sound behind him, all bathed in the venue's signature neon glow. The intimate basement setting amplifies the electric energy, with cables snaking across the worn floor and amplifiers crowding the small performance space.

Electric Intimacy at Dante's Underground Stage

Roselit Bone performs under dramatic stage lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's iconic Dante's venue.

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Electronic musician Eli Savage, performing as Ellipsism, leans into his microphone during an intense moment at RXFest 2019. Bathed in emerald stage lighting at Portland's iconic Dante's venue, the bearded performer clutches the mic while surrounded by synthesizers and electronic equipment. The atmospheric green glow creates a moody, underground ambiance that perfectly captures the raw energy of the electronic music scene.

Ellipsism Performs at Portland's Dante's Venue

Ellipsism (Eli Savage) performs live at RXFest 2019 at Dante's in Portland, Oregon.

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Barry Walker commands the keyboard while Tobias Berblinger anchors the rhythm on bass as Roselit Bone delivers an electrifying performance at Dante's in Portland, Oregon. The duo is bathed in saturated blue and purple stage lighting that cuts through the intimate venue's darkness, creating an atmospheric backdrop for their musical collaboration. Walker's cowboy hat and patterned shirt catch the colored light as he leans into his performance, while Berblinger's long hair flows as he works the bass strings. The dramatic lighting transforms the small club into a sonic cathedral, with beams piercing through the smoky air above the musicians.

Electric Nights at Dante's Portland Stage

Roselit Bone's Barry Walker and Tobias Berblinger perform under dramatic blue and purple lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's Dante's venue.

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Faith Grossnicklaus of Roselit Bone grips her microphone with both hands, her blonde hair catching the electric blue and purple stage lighting at Dante's club in Portland. The intimate venue's atmospheric lighting transforms the performance space into a dreamy wash of cyan and violet hues, creating an otherworldly backdrop for the violinist's captivating stage presence. Her western-inspired shirt with fringe details and ornate belt buckle blend country aesthetics with the club's moody ambiance.

Violinist Faith Grossnicklaus Performs Under Electric Blue Stage Lights

Faith Grossnicklaus of Roselit Bone performs under dramatic blue lighting at RX Fest 2019 at Dante's in Portland, Oregon.

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Electronic musician Eli Savage of Ellipsism performs under intense emerald stage lighting at Dante's in Portland's downtown district. The atmospheric green wash creates a cyberpunk aesthetic, casting the bearded artist in an otherworldly glow as he concentrates over his equipment. Warm bokeh lights pierce through the darkness behind him, while his leather jacket and glasses catch the saturated color, creating a moody portrait of underground electronic music culture.

Green Light Bathes Electronic Artist in Performance

Ellipsism's Eli Savage performs under emerald stage lights during RXFest 2019 at Dante's in Portland, Oregon.

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Six-piece band Roselit Bone performs under dramatic blue and purple stage lighting at the intimate Dante's venue in Portland, Oregon during RX Fest 2019. The atmospheric concert photography captures the musicians mid-performance, with the lead vocalist at center microphone flanked by guitarists, a violinist, and a keyboardist in cowboy hat. Theatrical lighting cuts through hazy air, creating a moody underground club aesthetic framed by burgundy curtains.

Roselit Bone Live at Dante's Portland

Roselit Bone delivers an atmospheric performance bathed in blue stage lights at Dante's during RX Fest 2019 in Portland, Oregon.

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Experimental band Sun Blood Stories performs in the intimate confines of Dante's in downtown Portland during Rx Fest, bathed in deep cobalt stage lighting. The Boise-founded duo commands the small venue with synthesizers and drums, their silhouettes emerging from the moody blue atmosphere as theatrical curtains frame the performance. Electronic equipment and cables sprawl across the darkened stage, creating an authentic indie music scene captured in the heart of Portland's underground music culture.

Sun Blood Stories Live at Dante's Portland

Experimental band Sun Blood Stories performs at Rx Fest in the atmospheric blue lighting of Dante's venue in downtown Portland.

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Barry Walker in a cowboy hat and floral shirt commands the keyboards while Tobias Berblinger and Victor Franco flank him with guitar and bass in the atmospheric lighting of Dante's club. Crimson stage lights pierce through the intimate venue's darkness, casting the Portland trio in warm amber and electric blue hues as they deliver their performance during RX Fest 2019. The cramped stage setup and close quarters create an electric intimacy between the musicians and their audience.

Roselit Bone Live at Dante's Portland

Roselit Bone members Barry Walker, Tobias Berblinger, and Victor Franco perform under moody stage lighting at Dante's during RX Fest 2019 in Portland, Oregon.

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Six musicians command the intimate stage at Dante's in Portland, bathed in electric blue and magenta stage lighting that transforms the venue into a nocturnal dreamscape. The lead vocalist grips a hollow-body guitar while a violinist adds ethereal textures, flanked by keyboards, bass, and drums in this captivating indie ensemble. Crimson curtains frame the performance space as dramatic spotlights slice through the atmospheric haze, creating an otherworldly concert experience.

Roselit Bone Electrifies Dante's Stage

Roselit Bone delivers an atmospheric performance under vivid stage lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's iconic Dante's venue.

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A charismatic parade participant in shimmering gold metallic attire commands attention with outstretched arms and rainbow-streaked hair beneath the dappled canopy of Portland's Pearl District trees. Soap bubbles drift through the sun-filtered air as colorful banners and enthusiastic crowds create a vibrant tapestry of celebration along Northwest 8th Avenue. The performer's theatrical pose and gleaming vest catch the filtered summer light, embodying the exuberant spirit of Pride festivities.

Golden Jubilance at Portland Pride Parade

A flamboyant performer spreads their arms wide in celebration during the 2019 Pride Parade in Portland's Pearl District, their golden outfit gleaming beneath the tree-lined street.

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Electronic musician Eli Savage, performing as Ellipsism, hunches intensely over his equipment during a live set at RXFest 2019 in Portland's legendary Dante's venue. Bathed in ethereal green stage lighting that cuts through billowing fog, the artist's concentrated posture and wild curls create a dramatic silhouette against the luminous backdrop. The atmospheric haze and piercing spotlights transform the intimate club space into an otherworldly sonic landscape, with drum kit and electronic gear barely visible in the moody chiaroscuro.

Ellipsism Performs in Emerald Light at Dante's

Ellipsism creates an immersive electronic soundscape under dramatic green lighting at RXFest 2019 in Portland's Dante's venue.

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A drummer from Sun Blood Stories performs behind an ornate mandala-patterned kick drum, bathed in deep red stage lighting at Dante's in downtown Portland. The atmospheric lighting transforms the drum kit into a ceremonial altar, with intricate geometric patterns on the bass drum creating a mystical focal point. Cymbal stands rise like incense through the saturated crimson haze, while the performer remains partially obscured in the theatrical ambiance.

Crimson Ritual at Dante's Stage

Sun Blood Stories performs under crimson stage lights at Rx Fest in downtown Portland's Dante's venue.

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Model Rhianna Atwood poses beneath the delicate pink sakura blooms in Portland's Mount Tabor Park, wearing a military-inspired olive leather trench coat and burgundy boots. The spring light filters through the flowering branches, creating a dreamy hanami atmosphere against the verdant Oregon hillside. Her playful expression and vintage-style beret add whimsy to this seasonal editorial moment.

Beneath Cherry Blossoms at Mount Tabor

Rhianna Atwood channels springtime romance beneath cherry blossoms at Mount Tabor Park in this hanami-inspired editorial.

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Experimental band Sun Blood Stories delivers an electrifying performance at Rx Fest in the intimate confines of Dante's nightclub in downtown Portland. Stage lights pierce through swirling atmospheric haze, casting the Boise-founded duo in dramatic purple and blue hues as the vocalist throws back their head in passionate delivery while the guitarist anchors their mesmerizing sound. The low-ceiling venue creates an intensely personal connection between performers and audience, with cables snaking across the worn floor and the drummer's ornate kick drum design catching the moody lighting.

Sun Blood Stories Commands Dante's Stage

Experimental band Sun Blood Stories performs at Rx Fest in the atmospheric setting of Dante's nightclub in downtown Portland, Oregon.

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A vocalist from Roselit Bone commands the microphone under saturated blue and purple stage lighting at Dante's in Portland, Oregon. The performer's intense expression and wire-rimmed glasses catch the theatrical illumination as he leans into his delivery, creating a raw intimacy typical of the legendary venue's underground music scene. The moody lighting transforms the artist into a silhouette of electric energy against the club's shadowy interior. This captures the visceral connection between performer and audience that defines Portland's alternative music culture.

Electric Blue Performance at Dante's Portland

A Roselit Bone member delivers an impassioned vocal performance under dramatic blue lighting during RX Fest at Dante's in Portland, Oregon.

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Tobias Berblinger of Roselit Bone delivers an intense performance at Dante's in Portland, his weathered hands commanding a sunburst bass while crystalline stage lights pierce the intimate venue's darkness. The long-haired musician's black shirt adorned with white floral patterns creates striking contrast against the deep blue backdrop, while intricate tattoos snake down his forearms. His upward gaze and focused expression capture a moment of musical transcendence during RX Fest 2019.

Tobias Berblinger Commands Dante's Stage

Tobias Berblinger of Roselit Bone performs at RX Fest 2019 at Dante's in Portland, Oregon.

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Boise experimental band Sun Blood Stories delivers an atmospheric performance at Rx Fest within the intimate confines of Dante's in downtown Portland. Deep purple and blue stage lighting bathes the three-piece band as they navigate their sonic landscape - the keyboardist hunched over synthesizers on the left, drummer maintaining rhythm behind a geometric kick drum design, and bassist anchored on the right. The moody illumination transforms the small venue into a nocturnal sanctuary where electronic textures merge with live instrumentation, creating the mesmerizing sound that has been likened to modern-day opera.

Sun Blood Stories Live at Dante's Portland

Boise experimental band Sun Blood Stories performs under ethereal blue lighting during Rx Fest at Dante's in downtown Portland, Oregon.

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Tobias Berblinger of Roselit Bone commands the stage in a wash of electric blue and magenta lighting at RX Fest 2019. His long hair cascades over a floral-patterned shirt as he leans into his bass guitar, eyes closed in musical concentration. The intimate venue atmosphere is thick with colored stage lights cutting through atmospheric haze, creating a dreamlike quality that captures the raw energy of Portland's underground music scene.

Electric Nights at Downtown Portland

Tobias Berblinger of Roselit Bone performs at RX Fest 2019 at Dante's in downtown Portland, Oregon.

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A brown llama adorned with rainbow ribbons becomes an unlikely star at Portland's 2019 Pride Parade in the Pearl District. Curious onlookers, including a woman in a striped shirt and a man in a straw hat carrying a Progress Pride flag, gather around the gentle animal under the dappled sunlight filtering through mature street trees. The scene captures the inclusive, joyful spirit of the LGBTQ+ celebration as community members of all ages come together in this vibrant Northwest neighborhood.

Llama Joins Portland Pride Parade Celebration

A rainbow-decorated llama draws delighted crowds during Portland's Pride Parade in the Pearl District.

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Electronic musician Eli Savage, performing as Ellipsism, leans intently over his synthesizer setup during a live performance at RXFest 2019. Bathed in vivid emerald stage lighting that transforms the intimate venue into an otherworldly sonic laboratory, the bearded artist manipulates a dense array of electronic equipment while gripping a microphone. The atmospheric lighting casts deep shadows across Dante's club in Portland's downtown district, creating a moody tableau where technology and artistry converge in the underground music scene.

Electronic Artist in Emerald Stage Light

Electronic musician Ellipsism performs amid emerald stage lights at RXFest 2019 in Portland's Dante's club.

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Bathed in crimson and azure stage lighting, six-piece band Roselit Bone delivers an intimate performance at the legendary Dante's venue in Portland, Oregon. The atmospheric lighting cuts through wisps of stage fog, illuminating the diverse ensemble of musicians wielding guitars, keyboards, and brass instruments. From left to right, a bearded keyboardist in a cowboy hat anchors the sound while electric guitars and horns create layers of melody across the small stage, their silhouettes dramatically carved by the moody concert illumination.

Roselit Bone Live at Dante's Portland

Roselit Bone performs under atmospheric stage lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's iconic Dante's venue.

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A curly-haired drummer from Sun Blood Stories commands the kit at Portland's legendary Dante's venue, his form bathed in intense red and purple stage lighting. The atmospheric illumination transforms the intimate club setting into a moody sonic sanctuary, with vertical light beams cutting through the haze behind him. His bandmate's silhouette lurks in the background shadows, creating depth in this electrifying live performance moment.

Drummer Illuminated in Crimson Stage Light

Sun Blood Stories' drummer performs under dramatic stage lighting at Rx Fest in downtown Portland's Dante's.

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