Elaine Tantra: A Leading Talent in Music Photography and Videography

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Elaine Tantra is a music photographer and videographer based in Los Angeles who has rapidly made a name for herself in the music industry. Originally from Jakarta, Indonesia, she relocated to the United States to study film production at Emerson College in Boston. In her last semester, Elaine joined Emerson’s LA program, which paved the way for her successful career in visual media. After graduating, she took advantage of Optional Practical Training (OPT) to remain in the U.S., where she has collaborated with new and established musicians.


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In 2023, Elaine traveled North America with artists such as Andi, Lisa Heller, and Sadie Jean, documenting their live shows and behind-the-scenes experiences. A highlight of this period was her work on The Rule Book Tour with Andi, which spanned one and a half months across 25 cities throughout North America. After this tour, Andi opened for Natalie Jane, a TikTok sensation, on her European tour, further expanding Andi’s reach. This led to Andi’s growing popularity in Europe, where she just completed her own headline tour across nine cities, with many sold-out shows.

Elaine’s creative contributions have been pivotal to Andi’s success. She is responsible for Andi’s cover artwork, tour poster designs, merch designs, and concert coverage, as well as crafting TikTok videos to promote Andi’s music, which has played a crucial role in engaging Andi’s fanbase online. One of their TikTok videos garnered over 9 million views, significantly amplifying Andi’s digital presence.

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Elaine has a remarkable talent for combining deep emotion with dynamic visuals, making her a highly sought-after creative professional in the industry. This talent has led her to work with international stars like the Jonas Brothers, IU, Kyuhyun, Shinee, Elijah Woods, and Peach Pit. After her OPT concluded in early 2024, she returned to Jakarta, broadening her portfolio by touring across Asia with artists such as Grentperez and Atarashii Gakko. Her work crosses borders, engaging global audiences through her visual storytelling. Now back in Los Angeles, she is pursuing a graduate degree in Digital Social Media at USC’s Annenberg School of Communication while continuing to advance the field of music photography and videography.

Meanwhile, Andi Mitchell, a breakout star in the music scene, has been making waves with her emotionally raw, vocal-driven chill pop sound. Her relatable lyrics, which often touch on personal relationships, have struck a chord with her ever-growing fanbase. With over one million streams on her hit single “Over” and millions of followers across social media platforms, Andi’s rise continues. Elaine’s visual expertise has played a crucial role in amplifying Andi’s reach and resonating with fans across digital platforms.

With a promising future ahead, Elaine Tantra remains at the forefront of music photography and videography, blending her passion for visual storytelling with the ever-evolving digital landscape.