No Longer a Football Virgin

I shot my first (American) football game last night. It was a bit strange: there were lots of photographers running about with big glass, lots of video cameras. Walking to the game I was reminded of football's following in Corvallis: tailgaters set up tents everywhere, buzzing college students spilled onto the sidewalk, an old man puffed a cigar. I shot a 70-200mm and 300mm. It was a difficult: two cameras (my bicep is still twitching from lugging around gear), constant motion, people on the sidelines. It was difficult to judge where to shoot from. I’m told this is half experience, half luck.

I'm not very pleased with the results, but this is my first game. I'm big on the self improvement, especially when it comes to photography. I shot lots (500 something?) and, although most aren't in focus, lack decent composition, or miss the sport photo essentials, I have some interesting results. More to come.

Arizona State reciever Michael Jones reaches for a pass during the third quarter. The Beavers beat the Sun Devils 27-25.