sports photography

Hockey player in a black and red uniform skating forward on an indoor ice rink, gripping a stick as snow-like ice chips fly up.

Photography has evolved at an incredible pace over the last several decades. From manually advancing rolls of film and carefully focusing each frame by hand, to today’s mirrorless cameras capable of tracking subjects with remarkable speed and precision, technology has continually reshaped the way photographers work. Yet despite all the advances, the goal remains the same: capturing meaningful moments and telling compelling stories through images. Few photographers have witnessed that evolution as closely as Andre Ringuette. Having worked through the film era, the introduction of autofocus, the rise of digital […]

Are you curious about sports photography and how to balance creativity with professional demands? In this insightful blog, we explore the artistic journey of sports photographer Melanie Myhre, who masterfully combines fine art and portrait for the ultimate in sports photography. After years in the wedding photography business, Melanie found herself drawn back to her roots in creative photography, where she now captures surrealist images that tell powerful stories about resilience and high energy professional sports environment. Her journey is a testament to the transformative power of art and the […]

Figure 1 : Even with white balance correction, you can see the reddish tint of the light here

At most pro sporting events, what type of camera you’re allowed to bring in is strictly controlled. Even though “real” cameras – DSLRs, for the most part – are not allowed, smartphones and point and shoots appear to be usable at will. We can argue these policies at another time. Many of us, though, have family members who enjoy amateur sports in the winter. Whether this is watching the game, placing bets using one of the top 10 sportsbooks, or even playing. Capturing a picture of a friend while they […]