On Thu, 21 Nov 2002 02:20:49 -0500, John A. Lind wrote:
>The basic secret is
>*knowing* how common situations develop, positioning oneself in advance,
>presetting focus and exposure, and then letting the photograph come to you
>as the action plays out. You'd be surprised at how much behavior is
>repetitive, whether it's racing, wired up band members hopping about on a
>stage or team sports. Careful observation noting common behaviors and
>patience wins with better shots while burning less film getting them. If
>you chase after an action shot, you'll never get it. The old adage "f/8
>and be there" has more truth to it than most imagine.
This bears repeating. I shoot basketball, baseball, softball, and volleyball
with my OMs. In every case, the basic strategy is the same - get in position,
anticipate
the action, and take advantage of your depth of field. Basically, I get setup
and wait for the action to come to me. It also helps to have a good
understanding of
exposure, and have some ideas which players are likely to make the big plays,
be especially photogenic, or be in a particular place.
--
Barry B. Bean
Bean & Bean Cotton Company
Peach Orchard, MO
www.beancotton.com
www.beanformissouri.org
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