Firstly, I apologize for the lateness of this report. I broke my laptop lately, and was working from the scene with only a small notebook computer, from which I can't upload video or use photoshop. Also apologies for the small amount of photos - it wasn't exactly the most vibrant of finals. I also tried to tell a story this time
(I hope people will check out the report anyway, even if it's not live. Please comment if you can. It gives me a lot of motivation.)
Video:
Wanna see a riot Esports style? Look no further...
Omg I had no idea they had people holding up cards telling people when to clap and went to chant Flash's name hahaha that's ridic but I guess not surprising Great shots of IU ~ Love that shot of Flash coming out to hug the coach. Looks so father/son-y ;_;... plus the real father/son pic = <3333
On May 30 2010 05:00 alffla wrote: your photos have gotten alot better
I'm glad. My old work makes me cringe, but it's taken nearly three years of hard work, in excess of $5000, and a truckload of bacchus to get to this stage. I can still improve so much more though. (I hope.)
Nev your skill as a photographer is only surpassed by your awesomeness as a human being!
Flattery aside though, I really liked this MSL final photos. In particular, aside from the cool narrative you wove into it, I loved the pics of KT team-mates, of Flash's father embracing his son in tears and my favourite of all is the first of the group entitled The Rest. I love the outside shot of the entrance. It really gives those of us not in Korea a taste of the flavour of the event
EDIT: I really liked one of the last shots that was of all the streamers and confetti strewed around (I'm guessing) Flash's feat. Very nice.
excellent pictures! Thanks for them. The best picture(or the one I liked the most) was this one: I thought it was an amazing picture and I remember watching it live and when I saw that smile break I knew it was over and Flash had won, and was extremely deserving(imo)
Your pictures are actually really good, some of them are brilliant! I still think you smear on the HDR a bit heavy but i won't blame you for it - so does the rest of the world.
On May 30 2010 20:02 rugmonkey wrote: Great pictures congrats. So are you still taking pictures of finals? What other events will you be covering?
I'm still covering all finals if possible, and maybe the odd special event if I happen to hear about. I'm also doing more non-esports photography, including live music, cafes and food.
Nice moments, nice editing too. You need a site for that imo to showcase your work, something at wordpress.com would be just right. Or do you have something already?
If you think that would be a good idea, give me a pm and I'll send you some examples and set it up for you no problem.
On May 31 2010 11:13 lilsusie wrote: a bunch of us met up afterwards and went to go eat and such. neggy, after you left... we got home around 4am. O_o.
I wish I could post my pics tooo....... *grumble something about card reader...*
LOL Well, you'll have one on Wednesday. I went to bed at 6am. Damn timezones!
Amazing photos, the composition on that first shot of Jaedong is awesome, not to mention the nice contrast between his eyes being open and the eyes of those around him being shut, all in all it makes him look like he is ready to rip a nerd's heart out and craft it into the 3rd MSL badge for his chest.
Just a shame that didn't happen in the end.
The black and white shots are great as well, and you should come on vent more so you can heard Scara rage when Flash loses.
On May 31 2010 16:20 Kerotan wrote: Amazing photos, the composition on that first shot of Jaedong is awesome, not to mention the nice contrast between his eyes being open and the eyes of those around him being shut, all in all it makes him look like he is ready to rip a nerd's heart out and craft it into the 3rd MSL badge for his chest.
Just a shame that didn't happen in the end.
The black and white shots are great as well, and you should come on vent more so you can heard Scara rage when Flash loses.
Thanks It's basically my favorite shot I've taken this year (so far.) Aww, poor bb. I do feel bad for him (even if his nerd rage is hilarious.....)
LOL, awesome nerdrage rush. The fans were just forcing their ways into the studio.
I wonder why that didn't happen in NATE MSL. 1000 seats, strongest wins. Imagine the bloody rampage in that scenario.
I bet the television channels really really wish they could charge admission tickets. Something reasonable like 5-10 dollars a piece and be able to afford a bigger stadium with that money.
On June 01 2010 08:44 IndecisivePenguin wrote: Awesome photos NeverGG! The quality is fantastic, and it seems to really capture the mood of the event. Must have been amazing to be there in person!
Thanks, tbh now it's mainly work it's a different kind of feeling to if I was spectating. I get that rush of adrenaline from knowing I am in the unique position of being the only foreigner in the world who can do this as press (currently.) It does stress me out feeling responsible for making sure I deliver good photos though. I was so happy as this was the first finals *ever* where I haven't gotten a migraine during, or after it ^_^
These are good pictures but I feel you B&W conversion skills can be enhanced a bit. You can definitely up the contrast by playing with the color channels on photoshop. Maybe some dudge and burning will help too. And there is a slight "murkiness" in the pictures, especially apparent in the faces. You should play with the curves more here.
Also, why not experiment with wider angles? The mid-telephoto/telephoto lens are nice for cropping on the audience and players, but I want to also see the stadium and the crowd in the larger context. But all in all, this is good work.
On June 01 2010 15:48 phosphorylation wrote: These are good pictures but I feel you B&W conversion skills can be enhanced a bit. You can definitely up the contrast by playing with the color channels on photoshop. Maybe some dudge and burning will help too. And there is a slight "murkiness" in the pictures, especially apparent in the faces. You should play with the curves more here.
Also, why not experiment with wider angles? The mid-telephoto/telephoto lens are nice for cropping on the audience and players, but I want to also see the stadium and the crowd in the larger context. But all in all, this is good work.
I didn't really ask for con-crit. If you're going to give it could you please just PM me next time. I don't have formal PS skills, nor do I have the time to really learn them on my own between a full time job, and a laptop that is on it's last legs :/ I'm doing my best -_-;;; Maybe if I had a team of almost 10 people like Fomos >.> However, it's just me doing this work.
I'm not sure exactly what you mean by murkiness, and it kind of makes me feel like they're crap photos >.> I was so pleased with some of them too.
Also I only currently have one lens and none which is suitable for wide angle shots - I cannot afford to buy a new lens now, because I'm saving for Japan. Also since I'm technically retired there's no point in dropping more money on it right now. Finally, I actually hate doing wide-angle work - it's just not my style. Fomos does that if you want to see photos of the venue. I communicate that size and scope using my video work instead.
Well, you are already quite good. I just saw room for improvement (you would, then, become literally pro). Photoshop is fun to play around with. Although I am just a hobbyist, I find myself having fun improving my photography and post processing.
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