Sports Photography: Example & Notes

 

I found this photo at the following website:

http://www.chrisoleary.com/projects/baseball/pitching/pitcherprofiles/TimLincecum.html

Notes on Sports Photography:

• the closer you are to the subject, the better
• timing and reacting are very important
• you must anticipate the action
• noise/movement in the background means you need a new angle
• most pictures should be taken vertically
• should use the rule of thirds more often than not
• baseball is the hardest sport to shoot
• a lot of movement involved 
• pitcher, catcher, coach = easiest to shoot
• football is an easy sport to shoot
• with motor sports, it's hard  to get good shots because you are generally far from the track

Event Photographer: Jeff Spirer

Jeff Spirer is an event photographer that is based in San Francisco, California. He specializes in shooting performances, portraits, and fights. He publishes his work in various newspapers, magazines, advrtisements, and books. He began his work as a photographer at the age of 12 and worked with his father in darkroom work. He taught himself how to use Photoshop and originally worked with web site desgin and some scan management. Spirer ahs been working with post-processing work for about six years now.
You can can view some of his work by clicking on the following link:
http://photo.net/photos/Spearhead

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The president of the Big Brothers Club leads the weekly meeting.

Students enjoy a quick card game during their free time.

While waiting for his teacher to open the door, Spencer Hall stands around on his crutches.

Bo Hall playing chess on his laptop.

One of the Serra Counselors helps a senior plan his college list.

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Senior "T" Zalpuri sneaking in some food during his student government meeting.

 

Jordan and Brennan working on college applications in the College and Career Center.

Luke Ohba walking down the long hall from the Cafeteria to class.

There's nothing like doing last-minute homework in the library.

Mr. Boesen's Retreat Leadership class plans their next retreat.

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Students walk the halls of Serra High School on their way to class.

Students spend their lunch period eating and finishing last-minute homework.

Tyler Woropay attempts a lay-up as the other players prepare for the rebound.

The librarian takes a quick pic with the Timko brothers.

A look at the construction that will be taking place throughout the entire year.

Group Work - Group 5 (Patio)

The following pictures are pictures that I took during our Photojournalism group assignment. My group was assigned to take pictures of the patio area.

Photojournalism

This is a photo taken of the aftermath of the devastating Hurricane Katrina. A lady is standing in shock as she looks at where her house stood not too long ago. It was taken by Benjamin Krain and framed so that we see the lady, but also a few dead trees and a glimpse of the skeleton of a house that's left. The emphasis is on the awestruck lady and the wreckage. This photo portrays a very sad and heartbroken mood.

This is a photo taken at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the last year that baseball was an Olympic event. David Burnett took this picture and it is framed so we see the batter and the stands, the probable location of the ball after his monster swing. This photo emphasizes the batter and it portrays a mood of excitement as we can't wait to see where the baseball lands.

This is a photo taken of the New York Giants football team as they prepare to run on the field and play-out a tough game under the lights. It was taken by Donald Miralle Jr. and it is framed to emphasize the light shining ahead of the players as it represents the three hours of football lying ahead. The mood is one of anticipation and nervousness.

This is a photo taken of an American flag at San Diego International Airport and it shows that the American flag is always flying strong,  even in the presence of an airplane, something that crippled America just ten years ago. This photo was taken by Karl Grobl and it was framed to emphasize the movement of the flag. It gives off a feeling of pride.

This is a photo taken of a swimmer as he swims the final feet of his 200 yard freestyle at a high school swim meet. It was taken by Jamey Price and it was framed to emphasize the struggle and effort it takes for a swimmer to finish such a powerful race. The water splashes off the swimmer's head, almost like it's fighting to keep him from moving. It presents a mood of determination and extreme effort. 

"Photo of the Day" - 09/09/2010

                                                                               

My 0 Period Photography Class chose my variety photo as the "Photo of the Day" for Thursday, September 9th 2010. The various cans that I used to make the pyramid demonstrate the principle of variety.

Principle / Element Photos

Proportion

The red bear and the blue bear demonstrate the element of proportion (one small and one large).

I took this photo.

Radial Balance

The spiral effect of the senter of the dart board is an example of radial balance, with everything circularly balanced around the dart.

I took this photo.

Emphasis

Althought there is other stuff in the photo, the emphasis is on the orchid.

I took this photo.

Movement

The basketball, just going through the net, creates a sense of movement.

I took this photo.

Value

The light seeping through each of my blinds demonstrates the principle of value.

I took this photo.

Journal Notes: Pages 66-72

High-Key or White Scenes

The above picture is an example of how a meter measured the light of a white picture and made the once sparkling white snow, look gray.

I found this photo at the following website:

http://www.jroller.com/cpurdy/entry/snow

Now, a low-key or dark scene picture would be the opposite, the dark scene would become lighter and the photographer would have to subtract exposure to make it look dark.

Journal Notes: Pages 60-65

Shutter Speed

The above picture is an example of how the shutter speed of your camera can affect the outcome of a picture (the speeds are labeled on each side of the picture).

I found this picture at the following website:

http://foodrepublik.com/photography-tips/photography-basics/

Depth of Field

The above image is an example of the depth of field settings on a camera can drastically change the looks of a picture (the camera settings are labeled on each side of the picture).

I found this photo at the following website:

http://www.photography101.org/basics/camera_settings_explained.html

Value

The dark hill below the Cross creates value as it contrasts with the vivid light shining over the top of the Cross from the sunset.

I found this photo at the following website:

http://photo.net/philosophy-of-photography-forum/00FzzD

Proportion - Color - Pattern

The principle of proportion is displayed in this picture as the very small Giants Bear looks to be taller than my Chevy Tahoe.

I took this photo.

The principle of color is being shown in this picture.

I took this photo.

The shopping carts in this picture create pattern.

I found this photo at the following website:

http://www.photoaxe.com/photography-tutorial-urban-patterns-in-photography/

Unity - Space - Variety

The two doves give a sense of unity.

I took this photo.

Space is emphasized in this picture with the half-burnt wall in front of the completely blank wall.

I found this photo at the following website:

http://www.digital-photography-school.com/5-more-elements-of-composition-in-photography

There is a variety of different donuts in this picture.

I found it here:

http://www.drgirlfriend.com/2009/06/doughnuts_fritters_and_more.htm

Balance

This photo has symmetrical balance.

I found it at the following website:

http://studiofoundationspring09.blogspot.com/2009/03/richard-serra-tilted-spheres.html

This photo has asymmetrical balance.

I found it at the following website:

http://edifazio.com/graphicdesign/designexamples/Welcome.html

This photo has radial balance.

I found it at the following website:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/dcopeland08/3698782474/

Lighting

The lighting of this picture causes a very dramatic feeling.

I found this picture at the following website:

http://www.digital-photography-school.com/10-ways-to-take-stunning-portraits

Emphasis

The emphasis is on the pitcher as he watches an opponent trot the bases

I found this picture at the following website:

http://www3.whig.com/whig/blogs/betweenthelens/?cat=34

Rule of Thirds

The Rule of Thirds comes into effect with the tiger (more specifically his head) in the mid-to-top left corner of the photo.

I found this picture at the following website:

http://www.wetcanvas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=564853

Sunprint (Before and After)

My Sunprint...before Photoshop got a hold of it.

My Sunprint...after Photoshop got a hold of it.