Olympic Photographers Peter Read Miller and Damian Strohmeyer Share How to Take the Perfect Action Shot
Photographers Peter Read Miller and Damian Strohmeyer have captured just about every major sporting event you can think of, including the Olympics, World Series, World Cup and the Super Bowl. They are also Canon Explorers of Light, a program created in 1995 to highlight outstanding photographers and to teach upcoming photographers.
Miller and Strohmeyer know what it takes to capture an amazing action shot and they’ve agreed to share some of their tips with me. Here’s their tips.
Do your research
Take some time before you go to a particular event to gain a better perspective of the venue and its do’s and don’ts. For example:
- Is the event indoor or outdoor?
- What type of equipment can you bring?
- What access will you have as a non-accredited photographer?
- Is there a way to work-around some of these restrictions?
Doing your research can have you well prepared for that perfect shot and can keep others from being irritated with you. “Being kind and courteous always helps,” says Miller.
