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01/22/2008 12:40:09 AM · #1 |
| I am going to shoot Bull riding this weekend. the last shots I had people said they were snap shots. I was in the arena on one knee almost got ran over twice. Do not know what else to do other than get on the bull. I am going to try and position myself so the back ground is better. does anyone have any suggestions On what to try. |
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01/22/2008 12:47:14 AM · #2 |
Looking at your two entries of bull riding I would say the flash is to hash and the angle makes them look like snap shots.
I would not go for the ground level POV, I would try shooting from top of fence level looking slightly down on the subject. Also try to get the shots at an angle (not from the front of side). The lighting should level out and not blow out the bulls eyes if you shoot for the angles and POV I have suggested above.
I hope that helps.
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01/22/2008 12:52:40 AM · #3 |
| Yea I was going to do something about the flash thanks. the problem with not being on the ground and low you do not get the feel of how high the bull is bucking. from the top of the fence you lose the air. I am going to try it up there and may get in a empty shute on the ground and try to get under the bull as it comes out beside me. |
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01/22/2008 12:58:47 AM · #4 |
I shot these last year and I was on the fence or looking through the fence. I tried to get my shots in focus but have enough in the frame to crop as needed. These aren't great shots, but I like em. I was outside of the arena for all of these shots.
   
 sjcarter has some great rodeo shots. Check out his images as well.
Message edited by author 2008-01-22 01:01:13. |
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01/22/2008 01:09:47 AM · #5 |
I think JamesKW's images show you that putting your life on the line is not necessary for the ultimate shot :)
Here are my 2 cents. Cropping in is always possible but you can never gain image back that you didn't capture. After looking at your first 2 you posted I would say this. With bull riding capturing the whole bull seems paramount. So as you think about framing always start with some ground in the shot. Not half the frame not even a quarter of the frame, but always have the bottom of the frame below near side legs of the bull.
If you are having trouble because of low light I would go with your 70-200 2.8 Yes, that will make it even more difficult to crop it of perfectly on the short end, but the light gain and moving onto the rail should help offset to the point where the superior image quality that can be had from the fast glass will do you really well.
But hey in the end you are the one shooting rodeo I shoot basketball mostly :) |
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01/22/2008 01:15:13 AM · #6 |
 
Make arrangements to get in on the far end of the arena. If you talk to the events co-ordinator beforehand, you may be able to get into the arena for certain events. If you're really good, you can sit on the edge of the chutes nearest the action. Some are sticklers as the liability issue can be a problem. I've had success with a few rodeos and would suggest an 80-200mm if all possible. If you can get a 300mm prime, that would be perfect for the far end. I like shooting ground level stuff and going really low if possible. It gives for a great perspective. Have fun and giddy up.
Message edited by author 2008-01-22 01:21:04. |
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01/22/2008 08:28:44 AM · #7 |
| Thanks everyone I can get anywhere I want in the arena. I will try some of ya'lls tips and see how it turns out. I will be indoors so I have to do something with the back ground. Will try and take it out with DOF. If I use the 50mm 1.4 I will be on the ground and up close and personal. I will make sure my camera insurance is paid up LOL. |
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01/22/2008 09:12:02 AM · #8 |
I take photos for a lady that runs a rodeo show every year. It's always indoors with shitty lighting and hard to get enough shutter speed. Even with a flash, it's hard to get decent shots. If you click the shutter enough times though you'll get some decent stuff. I usually only take my 70-200 F2.8 and walk the fencing shooting thru the bars or from on top of them.
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