I just wanted to post up a link that I've been looking at a lot lately. Through surfing the internet, I found an article provided by Microsoft that shows the different aspects of sports photography, primarily the camera and strobe setup. I found this really interesting because I'm familiar with the pocket wizard and multiple camera setup, its like the setup used by Scott Brown, just kicked up a few notches. They have a computer wireless connected to each camera being used on-location, including the remote and hand-held cameras. All cameras are also tied into the strobes that are setup in the rafters overhead, they're using 7 strobe heads per corner of the arena, meaning a total of 28 strobes. Thats pretty insane if you ask me. I can't really describe the rest of whats going on, all I know is that they use a wireless controller called a "flash wizard 2" which is a pocket wizard on steroids. Check out the article and get a better idea of how their setup operates. Here is the link, there is also a second part to the article, be sure to check it out.
Sports Illustrated Final Four Camera Setup
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Tuesday, November 13, 2007
3 Little Words
I've been trying to come up with words that I can use for my final presentation, its just hard coming up with something that really combines all the emotions and athleticism that comes from sports. I guess first I can list off the words, then seperately talk about why I've considered these ones in particular. Determination, Athleticism, Aggression, Triumph, Loyalty, Dedication, Sacrifice.
Determination: firm or fixed intention to achieve a desired end
within my photographs you see moments where players are giving everything they've got to come out on top, whether sprinting for a ball, jumping in front of a shot, anything really. The idea is that the individual does anything within their power to sacrifice for their team, its about giving your personal best.
Athleticism: possessing vigor : full of physical or mental strength or active force
the idea that the players in these photos show that physical strength and ability and overcome in a play in sports. I see this when someone runs past a defender or jumps beyond their limit, stretching out to make a catch that no one thought possible. Sports amaze me everyday, and i think its because sports have become a lifestyle, athletes these days are getting bigger, stronger, and faster.
Aggression: a forceful action or procedure (as an unprovoked attack) especially when intended to dominate or master
I find in sports that this is always present, whether between strong rivalries or just another game on the schedule. The tension between each athlete, especially in sports involving physical contact, theres always controversy, exchange of words, and cheap shots, its part of the game. But within my images, the acts of playing tough defense, a slide tackle, they all show the ugliness of sports, which is important, because its always present, even in a friendly sports, competition keeps it interesting.
Triumph: the joy or exultation of victory or success
To me, this idea is expressed when you play a team oriented sport, know you've done everything within your power for your team, and end up on top. Theres no better feeling than a victory, and one of my struggles has been to embody this idea as best as i can, whether the exressions on players faces, the winning goal, even the players running onto the field when time regulation runs out. All of these fulfill this definition, but at the same time, its been done before, even though the image is always different, the particular actions are pretty worn out. But learning from photographers before me and their work, I can push to find the new definition of getting a W.
Loyalty: the quality or state or an instance of being loyal
Loyalty has to be one of the most important to me. If you plan to play on a team with others, its obvious, you have to be completely loyal to the people beside you. They have to know they can rely on you, and vice versa, this is one of the most important parts of becoming a successful team, if theres no trust, its difficult to be successful in any team effort.
Dedication:
I couldn't find a great definition, so thats TBA. But dedication, to me, its close to loyalty. Its obvious, when part of a team, you always do as you're expected, and try to go beyond. You also play your part, playing your position to the fullest, you use full concentration, don't hold back. I'm not much of a motivational speaker but dedication means you're reliable.
Sacrifice: destruction or surrender of something for the sake of something else
With sports, i find sacrifice comes more often than not, if you're dedicated that is. Most sacrifice comes in the form of your body, injuries that is. I've seen my fair share of them, basically because when i go onto the field to play, nothing gets in my way. Except when I damaged ligaments in my elbow. The fact is, if you're a team players, theres nothing you wont do to get a win, even if it means taking a shot to the body if the goalie comes out of the goal. Anything that comes way, you do unquestioned. Sacrifice comes hand and hand with dedication, you know what has to happen, and you do so, regardless of the circumstances or consequences.
Determination: firm or fixed intention to achieve a desired end
within my photographs you see moments where players are giving everything they've got to come out on top, whether sprinting for a ball, jumping in front of a shot, anything really. The idea is that the individual does anything within their power to sacrifice for their team, its about giving your personal best.
Athleticism: possessing vigor : full of physical or mental strength or active force
the idea that the players in these photos show that physical strength and ability and overcome in a play in sports. I see this when someone runs past a defender or jumps beyond their limit, stretching out to make a catch that no one thought possible. Sports amaze me everyday, and i think its because sports have become a lifestyle, athletes these days are getting bigger, stronger, and faster.
Aggression: a forceful action or procedure (as an unprovoked attack) especially when intended to dominate or master
I find in sports that this is always present, whether between strong rivalries or just another game on the schedule. The tension between each athlete, especially in sports involving physical contact, theres always controversy, exchange of words, and cheap shots, its part of the game. But within my images, the acts of playing tough defense, a slide tackle, they all show the ugliness of sports, which is important, because its always present, even in a friendly sports, competition keeps it interesting.
Triumph: the joy or exultation of victory or success
To me, this idea is expressed when you play a team oriented sport, know you've done everything within your power for your team, and end up on top. Theres no better feeling than a victory, and one of my struggles has been to embody this idea as best as i can, whether the exressions on players faces, the winning goal, even the players running onto the field when time regulation runs out. All of these fulfill this definition, but at the same time, its been done before, even though the image is always different, the particular actions are pretty worn out. But learning from photographers before me and their work, I can push to find the new definition of getting a W.
Loyalty: the quality or state or an instance of being loyal
Loyalty has to be one of the most important to me. If you plan to play on a team with others, its obvious, you have to be completely loyal to the people beside you. They have to know they can rely on you, and vice versa, this is one of the most important parts of becoming a successful team, if theres no trust, its difficult to be successful in any team effort.
Dedication:
I couldn't find a great definition, so thats TBA. But dedication, to me, its close to loyalty. Its obvious, when part of a team, you always do as you're expected, and try to go beyond. You also play your part, playing your position to the fullest, you use full concentration, don't hold back. I'm not much of a motivational speaker but dedication means you're reliable.
Sacrifice: destruction or surrender of something for the sake of something else
With sports, i find sacrifice comes more often than not, if you're dedicated that is. Most sacrifice comes in the form of your body, injuries that is. I've seen my fair share of them, basically because when i go onto the field to play, nothing gets in my way. Except when I damaged ligaments in my elbow. The fact is, if you're a team players, theres nothing you wont do to get a win, even if it means taking a shot to the body if the goalie comes out of the goal. Anything that comes way, you do unquestioned. Sacrifice comes hand and hand with dedication, you know what has to happen, and you do so, regardless of the circumstances or consequences.
Saturday, September 8, 2007
Leave Nothing
This is a Nike Football commercial that I just saw on t.v., with the convenience of the web today, I found it on youtube, and thought i'd share. The music is from the soundtrack of "Last of the Mohicans", I absolutely loved that soundtrack. But the video in this commercial is great, it resembles a long sequence shot, but instead of continuing through one setting, the commercials moves in and out of different events from football games. I really enjoyed it, but anyways, here it is, I didn't plan on making this a long post. Just wanted to give you some quick thoughts, its back to watching college football and editing photos. By the way, Adobe Lightroom is a great program for editing. I got the trial the other day, just got it to work last night, it really makes the workflow of sorting and editing a lot easier. I think its going to lead to me being a lot more productive with my shots in the future. Heres the link to the commercial.
Merriman & Jackson: Leave Nothing
Merriman & Jackson: Leave Nothing
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