Two 14-hour days of working poolside for the Ohio high school state swim meet produced more images than I’d like to count. We had kids from nearly 20 local schools competing this year, so it made for some hectic shooting. Without our trusty 200mm f1.8 lens this year, I had to resort to direct flash (yeck!) to help with some of the exposures. The tiny pool deck didn’t provide many shooting positions either.
Despite the limitations, I was firmly in my element at the pool. Since I grew up as a swimmer, lifeguard, and coach, I think there are probably still traces of chlorine in my blood. It was an assignment that I specifically requested and one that other photographers thanked me for taking. I had a good time shooting, and I hope that comes through in the photos.
Tags: canton, new albany, swimming, upper arlington, watterson, westerville, worthington
Adam–These are really cool. I especially liked 2 of them: the one where everyone is coming off the blocks but only the one swimmer is clear! That is a neat effect. And the one with the 2 boys with their strokes at the same point! Pretty impressive!! Glad I was able to help you in high school!!