A Tough Loss
by Mal37

Comment by vtruan:
interesting take, shows alot of different things, that's good.

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by Mal37

Comment by Skip:
nicely seen. this is a shot that takes a LOT of work, just because of the variables (RHP vs RHB or LHB, how the ump sets up, whether the batter crowds the plate). going for this shot also means you have limited opportunity to catch any ensuing action, because you are so far removed from the rest of the field (as well as the likelihood of having your view blocked by the umpire or catcher). however, when you can catch the shot, it makes it all worth it. again, nice work!

if you have time to experiment (and if the structure of the backstop permits), try a lower perspective with a shallower dof like this and see what happens.


another cool shot to get is of the ball coming into the catcher's mitt from behind at f/2.8, framed so that the pitcher is clearly visible (but oof).

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by Mal37

Comment by NstiG8tr:
Great job!! I'd buy it.

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by Mal37

Comment by tjbel05:
Nice perspective and framing.

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by Mal37

Comment by tjbel05:
Great capture. Very unique.

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by Mal37

Comment by tjbel05:
This is a nice shot also.

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by Mal37

Comment by tjbel05:
I like this persoective of the team.

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by Mal37

Comment by PhilipDyer:
This rocks, Nick. You did a good job with the composite. I'm sure they'll be very happy.

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by Mal37

Comment by Jutilda:
Great sport action shot. I like all of the various expressions of the guys, the dust, the colors. Nicely done.

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by Mal37

Comment by Jutilda:
Excellent find. Nice DOF!!!