Posts Tagged ‘dancing’

Sports Photographer Idols – Part 2

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Covering Sports

In a previous post, I wrote about a sports photographer that I observed while shooting from the sidelines of a professional football game. Another photographer that I have seen through online videos and blogs is Dave Black. He has been published in all the major sports magazines and has covered the BIG events. These include multiple Olympic Games and championship finals. Not only is his photography portfolio stocked with amazing images, but he is a big proponent of sharing his knowledge with fellow photographers. Through educational workshops, he openly shares from his experiences to help other photographers improve their skill level. Here is one of the lessons that he emphasizes when I have seen him teach.

Photographers have to be in the right position

The audience is there to experience the action and performance of athletes. It is the photographer’s job to record their performance and convey the story of the action to viewers that are not at the event. Even though you can be right on the sideline, there can be many distractions that can get in the way of capturing the moment, so photographers much anticipate this, and prepare to be in the best spot.

Sometimes you are lucky, and the action comes directly to you, and sometimes, it is halfway across the field. The background in the action is also especially important – it cannot be too distracting, or it will take viewer’s eyes away from the subject. For me, I am looking to see where dancers will be holding their lines to the audience. This is where the best photos will come. Sometimes, though, it will be to the opposite side of the ballroom, but I must take my best guess as a sports photographer.

©TimeLIne Media - ballroom dance action photo from the American Star Ball
©TimeLIne Media – ballroom dance action photo from the American Star Ball

Dance Photography

Dancers will sometimes repeat the order that they do their figures. Additionally if they are in multiple heats, or there are quarterfinals, semifinals, etc. you can have a chance at catching them in the next round. It is really satisfying to catch a moment in a routine that I saw in a previous dance. Perhaps I missed it because I was focused on another dancer. Or I was not in the right position with respect to the dancers. I remember these moments long after the weekend is over, and more than likely keep those photos in my portfolio.

©TimeLIne Media - ballroom dance action photo from an Arthur Murray professional show
©TimeLIne Media – ballroom dance action photo from an Arthur Murray professional show

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Arthur Murray – Professional Formation

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Busy Sunday today! Someone on the email list informed me that I forgot to post photos from the professional formation from the last Arthur Murray DC event. So sorry! Of course, I did not mean to leave them off my blogging list. It was on there, however just waiting its turn. And here they are! These are my favorite photos from the Salsa professional dance formation. It was performed by the Gaithersburg and Silver Spring studios. The team performed the dance so smoothly – transitioning between partners, forming lines, circles, all while

Silver Spring, and Gaithersburg Maryland Arthur Murray Pro Formation ©TimeLine Media
Silver Spring, and Gaithersburg Maryland Arthur Murray Professional show
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©TimeLine Media - Silver Spring, and Gaithersburg Maryland Arthur Murray Pro Formation
©TimeLine Media – Silver Spring, and Gaithersburg Maryland Arthur Murray Pro Formation

Overall it is a lot to take in when photographing formation groups. Especially with the staff performing at a professional level, there is a lot to attempt to capture. Of course they have the dance figures, but they have the added element of their body position to other couples. With this in mind, I don’t think I have a good strategy for photographing this aspect. I do love having the chance to try!

Silver Spring, and Gaithersburg Maryland Arthur Murray Pro Show ©TimeLine Media
Silver Spring, and Gaithersburg Maryland Arthur Murray Professional show
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Proofing Website

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This upcoming Wednesday, I am planning an upgrade to the proofing website. The current site is working just fine, but there is a new version of the software available. There are some features that some of you have requested including a simple slideshow for viewing your photos. There is also a version that is specifically made for iPad users! Smartphone and iPads are used to view the websites more and more, so I am looking to make sure you get the full experience going forward.

©TimeLine Media - American Star Ball photos available at the proofing website
©TimeLine Media – American Star Ball

On Wednesday, I will close the proofing website for testing. The self tests on the website should not take long, so there should be a seamless transition to the new software. I will post here on the blog when it is completed. Please try it out and let me know how you like the new features. If there are any issues, I will work to get them fixed before the next new event. Of course, I would be happy to help if there is something you cannot find n there. Thank you!

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Pro-Am Dancers at the American Star Ball ©TimeLine Media
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Dancers at the American Star Ball ©TimeLine Media

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