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Bryan-

Maybe I can help with the libero/DS (Defensive Specialist) reference.

The libero is a new position introduced within the last few years and you see it at some levels of play. The libero is allowed to sub in as a backrow player at almost any time during the game. The libero is a defensive specialist and depending on how strong they are may be given much (if not all

) of the back court to cover defensively. The libero is required to wear a jersey of a different color so it is easier for the ref to identify and enforce other libero specific rules.

I totally agree with Indy that digging hard driven balls is probably the fastest and most unpredictable part of the game and as such would be the toughest part to capture. But as you watch a team you may identify their go to players and be able to anticipate who will get the set, or you my notice a strong block setting up and possibly anticipate the setter going to a hitter away from the block.

Thanks again for sharing. To bad I have more to offer on the sport side than the photo side.

Cheers,

Nick

Sep 16, 2008 at 11:38 PM

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NickMatheson wrote:
Bryan-

Maybe I can help with the libero/DS (Defensive Specialist) reference.

The libero is a new position introduced within the last few years and you see it at some levels of play. The libero is allowed to sub in as a backrow player at almost any time during the game. The libero is a defensive specialist and depending on how strong they are may be given much (if not all

Cheers,

Nick

Nick,
I appreciate the info. I've been to a couple matches without the camera to try and get a better feel for the rhythm of the game.

Sep 17, 2008 at 03:36 AM

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I like these shots, in particular the way the lightfall off reduces the background .. the ambient was 1600, 2.8, and 1/250 - 320 .. what did you shoot the strobed shots at? I'm guessing 1/200 and ISO 400?

Sep 17, 2008 at 02:20 PM

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What is the DS and the libero ?

that is the team member who is in the off colored shirt. they come in and out w/o having to check in. DS=defensive specialist which is the libero. they play in the back row and are normally half the size of every other player out there too

Sep 17, 2008 at 06:34 PM

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Bryan, I have to pipe in here and say thanks for posting these.

1st, your logo, is no issue for online viewing IMO, its clean, looks professional, and does not bother your images at all. Just one persons opinion, I like it.

Regarding your fist set of images from above. I totally agree with the advice Russ gave you and I think that reworked B&W version of number 3 is killer. I also like that wide shot/look of number 5 (even though it not a in action shot) parents, schools, colleges, clubs, etc, want faces and this delivers with a great exposure as well. Also # 8, action, emotion, ball in play with decent focus, NICE!.

Overall, I prefer your second series of shots from the floor. Whoever you are shooting these for should dig these shots. Lots of great captures IMO. # 18 is by far, hands down the best image you have posted here and is everything I strive for. Intense action, great emotion, awesome exposure with ball in play and focused. Nice work to say the least.........

Sep 18, 2008 at 12:07 AM

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Great shots. I still prefer bounced light to get rid of the harsh shadows.

Sep 18, 2008 at 02:21 AM

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bonnerkopf wrote:
Great shots. I still prefer bounced light to get rid of the harsh shadows.

Thanks for the feedback.

I'm actually having a problem with two of the lights not hitting as hard as the others which adds to the shadows.

The gym ceiling is black so bouncing wasn't an option.

Sep 18, 2008 at 02:25 AM

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SWRToad wrote:
Bryan, I have to pipe in here and say thanks for posting these.

1st, your logo, is no issue for online viewing IMO, its clean, looks professional, and does not bother your images at all. Just one persons opinion, I like it.

Regarding your fist set of images from above. I totally agree with the advice Russ gave you and I think that reworked B&W version of number 3 is killer. I also like that wide shot/look of number 5 (even though it not a in action shot) parents, schools, colleges, clubs, etc, want faces and this delivers with a great exposure as well. Also # 8, action, emotion, ball in play with decent focus, NICE!.

Overall, I prefer your second series of shots from the floor. Whoever you are shooting these for should dig these shots. Lots of great captures IMO. # 18 is by far, hands down the best image you have posted here and is everything I strive for. Intense action, great emotion, awesome exposure with ball in play and focused. Nice work to say the least.........

Yo Don,
Thanks for the detailed feedback, it's much appreciated. I checked out your site, I love the Off Road gallery and the Vball.

Bryan

Sep 18, 2008 at 02:32 AM

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Defensive Specialist/Libero.

http://www1.ncaa.org/membership/governance/sports_and_rules_ctees/playing_rules/volleyball/libero_faq.html

Sep 18, 2008 at 02:41 AM

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Sep 18, 2008 at 03:16 AM

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Mike Mahoney wrote:
I like these shots, in particular the way the lightfall off reduces the background .. the ambient was 1600, 2.8, and 1/250 - 320 .. what did you shoot the strobed shots at? I'm guessing 1/200 and ISO 400?

Mike,
On the MK2 1/250th , F5, ISO 200

On the MK1 1/500th f4, ISO 320

Sep 18, 2008 at 06:04 AM

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Ah, I miss shooting volleyball.

Tips on getting dig shots:

set out to get some good shots of the DS getting a save--and instead of tracking the action track the DS. You know that she's going to put herself into position to dig up a good number of the attacks from the other side.

Keep your camera trained on the DS, and with your peripheral vision track the play. Time your shot to capture the DS as she would contact ball (If the ball is hit to her) a lot of times the ball will be hit to another player and you'll get a shot of the DS reacting to nothing.

This has at least been my most effective method of getting those libero dig shots! Good luck.

Sep 19, 2008 at 07:25 AM

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Will,
Thanks for the advice.... I will give it a try tomorrow.

Bryan

Sep 20, 2008 at 04:50 AM

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strobe look works really well
notffoten you ever see it

Sep 26, 2008 at 10:27 PM


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