Andrew Sherman: Dallas Culture, Photography & What’s Next
Ray Ray’s Podcast — Episode 162 “Andrew Sherman”
Andrew Sherman joins Ray Ray’s Podcast for an in-depth conversation about photography, media, music, and the evolving culture of Dallas. As the 2026 Dallas Entertainment Awards Best Concert Photographer, host of the Dallas Famous Podcast, Managing Editor of Last Nite Live, and recipient of the Dallas Morning News Best in DFW People's Choice Gold Award, Andrew has documented some of the most important moments in the city's entertainment scene.
In this episode, we discuss Andrew's journey behind the camera, his work covering concerts and live events, his role in shaping local media, and his upcoming art exhibition at Fermata at Tucker Art Projects. We also dive into the current state of Dallas, the city's creative community, the future of local arts and entertainment, and where Dallas is headed next.
From music venues and emerging artists to entrepreneurship, storytelling, and community building, Andrew shares valuable insights from years of experience documenting the people and moments that define Dallas culture.
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📌 Topics Covered: Concert photography, Dallas entertainment, Dallas music scene, local media, entrepreneurship, creative culture, photography business, Dallas artists, upcoming art show, Dallas creatives, future of Dallas, podcasting, storytelling, community impact.
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Photographer/podcast host
Andrew Sherman has spent decades immersed in the world of music — behind the lens, behind the mic, and in the thick of the scene itself. He has photographed artists ranging from Sting and Paul McCartney to the local bands you haven't heard of yet but soon will.
Andrew spent much of his adult life in Los Angeles pursuing music and acting, including a stint as part of Andy Dick and the Bitches of the Century, the eclectic project led by its notorious namesake. In 2016, he enrolled in video editing classes at community college and landed a gig editing the Chevy Music Showcase — an experience that introduced him not only to the craft of post-production, but to the vibrant Texas music scene waiting just outside his frame.
That discovery prompted a move to Dallas. Andrew bought a camera, hit the venues, and quickly established himself as one of the city's most prolific and widely published music photographers. He shoots for some of Dallas–Fort Worth's most iconic stages, including the Longhorn Ballroom, Echo Lounge, American Airlines Center, House of Blues, Legacy Hall, Epic Central, and the Winspear Opera House. He is also a regular contributor to the Dallas Observer and founded Last Nite Live, his own online magazine dedicated to showcasing live concert photography and the photographers who capture it.
His work has earned significant recognition. The Dallas Morning News named him Readers' Choice Best Photographer in 2023. The Dallas Famous Podcast has taken home Best Podcast at the Dallas Entertainment Awards three consecutive years running — 20… Read More
