Capturing Ruby Lily at Low Places Bar, Birmingham
At Forever Callie Media, one of the most exciting parts of our work is getting to collaborate with artists who are shaping the UK’s country music scene. Recently, we had the pleasure of working with Ruby Lily, a talented country artist based in Essex who has been taking her music across the country, performing in bars and venues that champion the genre.
Country artist Ruby Lily performing live at Birmingham’s Low Places Bar, captured by Forever Callie Media
This shoot took us to Low Places Bar in Birmingham, a venue that couldn’t have been more perfect for the occasion. By day, it’s an American sports bar showing NFL and games. By night, it transforms into a country music bar and line-dancing honky tonk. Authentic, atmospheric, and full of character, it was the ideal backdrop to showcase Ruby’s talent.
We first met Ruby when working with Country Roads at ACanteen in Chelmsford, but this was our first time capturing her in performance. And what a performance it was. Ruby’s voice, her presence, and the way she brought the room to life left us in no doubt that we were working with an artist going places.
Our job was to create content that reflected her artistry and her brand. We started outside the venue, capturing headshots and social-ready content, the kind of imagery that could easily work as future album covers or press shots. Then, we moved indoors to take advantage of the rich textures of the venue, creating a collection of photos that combined authenticity with polish.
Finally, when Ruby took to the stage, we filmed and photographed her performance, making sure every frame showcased her energy and talent. From wide performance shots to close-up details, we wanted to capture not just the music but the feeling in the room, the connection between Ruby and her audience.
The result? A bank of content that Ruby can use across her social media, promotional platforms, and future projects. For us, it was another reminder of why we love working in the music industry, the chance to tell the story of an artist through visuals that match their sound and their spirit.