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09/12/2009 05:35:51 AM · #1 |
These are from a group of shots I took a couple of months ago. I entered one from this series in a FS Challenge and finally got around to processing a few more. I am quite happy with the results of these photos. Especially because they were taken the first time out with the D-300. I would be interested in any critique or advice on making them better.
    
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09/12/2009 05:30:00 PM · #2 |
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09/12/2009 07:20:36 PM · #3 |
I too have taken many motocross photos and yours are technically excellent. No need to improve on that. Where the images fall short IMO is that they are isolated against the sky. You obviously positioned yourself at the bottom of a jump, hill or whatever. Again, in my opinion, the thing that makes a motocross shot unique is the inclusion of some other element that draws me into the event where the rider simply enhances the scene.
The rider is exceptional as are your photos but I have tons of the same shot and they just get to be boring because it is simply what these guys do. It is expected.
Its great when you see dirt, mud, other riders, spectators, yada yada yada. Its a great venue for cool photos and when exhibited as an editorial perspective, you can get some real gems.
Hope that offers a useful insight.
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09/12/2009 07:26:50 PM · #4 |
Thanks Ivo, I agree with you 100%. I was actually sitting about half way up a grandstand when I took these shots. I had a 80-200 lens and even on the short end was fairly close to the action so It was difficult to get anything but the riders in the shot. I did switch lenses towards the end but unfortunately the show was nearly over,. By the time I got everything set correctly Aperture and Shutter speed etc. I only managed to get 2 or 3 shots. Next time I am going to avoid the grandstand setting and roam around to allow more freedom in my angles and backgrounds.
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09/12/2009 07:33:51 PM · #5 |
Glad to hear I didn't upset you with my comments. I have also found a big lens seems gain you access to the infield if you play your cards right. Add a name tag with some "groovy" freelance sports photographer credentials and you become a celebrity. Lots of these guys will buy images from you and have you for a beer at their campers/trailers after the fact. That is when you get the "uber kuuul" shots. ;-)
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09/12/2009 08:04:02 PM · #6 |
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09/12/2009 08:06:55 PM · #7 |
Brian
Awesome shots. The details and focus are outstanding. These shots have sold me on the 80-200mm lens. I was on the fence and these shots sent me over. Where is that credit card.... |
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