Permalink6 October 2008 at 15:27 by Alexandra Bortkiewicz
Posted under Advice and tips, Picture needs
© Image Source BlackOur latest issue of picture needs covers the area of Sport and related themes. Sport has been entering for some time into a new dynamic phase where it has galvanised a global, enthralled audience with passion and commitment. This subject is very popular with image buyers as images will work on many levels and often on a conceptual one. Trends in sports include the growing visibility of iconic sports women and the success of younger competitors in major events like the Olympics, as well as new sports being introduced, some of which are indicated in the list below.
We are interested in both competitive sport, sports' events and set-up situations. In set-up sports it is essential to have a signed model release available, to maximise the potential for these images to sell in both editorial and commercial markets.
There is more advice on shooting different subject matter in Photographer tips.
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Personalities
- Athletes: Portraits, Attire, Preparation, Training, Competing.
- Officials: Portraits, Pose, Uniform, Gesture, Gender.
- Staff: Vendor, Marshall, Security, Assistant, Referees.
- Media: Reporting, Interviewing, Commentating, Sports Pundit.
- Spectators: Crowd, Fanatics, Supporters, Groups, Family.
Example images depicting sports personalities.
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Traditional
- Professional: Physique, Competitive, Sportsmanship, Team Mates, Opponents.
- Recreation: Hobby, Fitness, Activities, Compete, Winners & Losers.
- Heritage: China-Table Tennis, Spain-Bull Fighting, Scotland-Highland Games.
- Events: Athletics, Matches, Tournaments, Championships, Racing.
- Celebrate: Teams, Individuals, Ceremonies, Speeches, Podium.
Example images depicting traditional sports.
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Contemporary
- Emerging Talent: Females, Teenagers, Children, Nations
- Culture: Practitioners, Interacting, Community, Federations, Weekend Warriors.
- Urban: Parkour (freerunning), Base Jumping, Free Climbing, Urbex (urban exploration).
- Adrenaline: Sandboarding, Dirtboarding, Zorbing, Luge, Storm Chasing.
- Extreme Tourism: Jungles, Mountains, Deserts, Caves, Waterfalls.
Example images contemporary sports.
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