Cool shot Mark, see any nose dives into the pavement, I can't believe they don't wear some kind of protection on their knees and elbows and head, almost as bad as motorcycle riding without a helmet ecept they usually get killed not wearing one.
Hightraxx wrote:
Cool shot Mark, see any nose dives into the pavement, I can't believe they don't wear some kind of protection on their knees and elbows and head, almost as bad as motorcycle riding without a helmet ecept they usually get killed not wearing one.
Norm
Thanks Norm, and yes, there were a few scrapes and bruises in the 1/2-hour that I spent there. Ahhhh, the joys of being young. These skateparks are proof that youth is wasted on the young, , I've always loved that quote. Seriously though, I'd be out there with them if I were 16 again.
birdied wrote:
Great shot Mark! Love the sense of motion , very well done !!
Birdie
Thanks Roberta, I popped in early with this shot because I figured time would be limited for outdoor activities soon. Last year at this time it was very cold with lots of snow.
You would have liked the discussion when I asked the boarders if I could take pictures of them. They were like, "whatever dude, just don't get in our way" I took that as "yes you can shoot" and so I went out in the middle of all these crazed teenagers. Ya gotta love the Weekly Assignment!
I think it would be cool to hear some of the stories people have about shooting WA. I bet some funny stuff has happened while trying to "get the shot"
Thanks Roberta, I popped in early with this shot because I figured time would be limited for outdoor activities soon. Last year at this time it was very cold with lots of snow.
You would have liked the discussion when I asked the boarders if I could take pictures of them. They were like, "whatever dude, just don't get in our way" I took that as "yes you can shoot" and so I went out in the middle of all these crazed teenagers. Ya gotta love the Weekly Assignment!
I think it would be cool to hear some of the stories people have about shooting WA. I bet some funny stuff has happened while trying to "get the shot" ...Show more →
Maybe we should start telling our stories . I can just imagine you approaching these daredevil, adrenaline filled kids.
Did you send any of them an email of the shots. That I know they would love.
Kind of reminds me when I asked the dog trainers if I could take pictures-- much the same reply, just don't get in the dogs way.
Do tell how did you get this shot? Were you panning with him, or prefocused? I have tried much the same with the dogs, and have never have mastered it So, if you will please share your technique.
I agree Roberta, it would be fun to include a backstory on shots where something interesting or unusual happened. The guy in the photo was kind of a rebel and when I first asked if I could take his picture he said it would make him uncomfortable. His buddy later said it would be fine to be out on the course taking shots. Then when I offered to email the image to the guy in the shot he said he didn't have email or own a computer. The way he said it I believe it is true. It's strange to find a kid like that today.
It's kind of funny too because after I started shooting his friend then he was right there making pass after pass in front of my camera.
I had my camera set for all the propery settings before I got out of the car so I wouldn't be fidgeting around when I was out there shooting. I set it to manual mode and 1/20th ss with 50iso. Because of the good afternoon light the proper exposure for the aperture ended up being at f16. That was good thing to get a huge DOF at 16mm. Autofocus was still used on all points with the 5DII. The difficult part was holding the camera at ground level and then panning as each rider passed through the "rail" area. So I was not looking through the viewfinder, only trying to match the rider's movement with a smooth pan of the lens barrel. Of course, most of the shots were horribly oof at 1/20th, but the one or two you get are worth it. The guys performed about 10 passes each and then they were done so having the camera completely ready to go before I entered the park was a really good idea. I could tell that after about 20 minutes they were more than ready for me to leave. All in all it was a fun diversion into something very out of place for me. But that is one reason I like the WA so much. It helps get you out of your comfort zone each week.
I really enjoy your shots that imply motion (you did the panning of the bike shadow and the falling leaf, right?). You execute them so well. Great idea for this week's theme as well.
This is an outstanding example of good action photography. You have shown the movement, the intensity and the setting in a very professional way. Does Sports Illustrated have your number? Seriously, I like what you have done here.
, I've always loved that quote. Seriously though, I'd be out there with them if I were 16 again.
I took that as "yes you can shoot" and so I went out in the middle of all these crazed teenagers. Ya gotta love the Weekly Assignment!
So, if you will please share your technique.