some of my latest stuff

[jamesw]

a couple of weekends ago i was shooting for a interview in a bmx mag, got some really good shots that i was happy with.

here are a few that didnt make the cut for publishing, i still really liked them...


1/400, f7.1, 10.5 fisheye, two flash off camera on pws.



1/400, f11, 20mm f2.8, two flash off camera on pws.


1/160, f5, 20mm f2.8, two flash off camera on pws.

[jamesw]

also, please excuse the average jpeg compression. these were the low res proofs sent to the editor, i couldnt be bothered re-downsizing them...

[Reschsmooth]

James, whilst they are great shots and show a good use of off-camera flash, can I ask that you refrain from mentioning PocketWizards to assist me in avoiding additional kit-lust??

Seriously, great shots, although the first is a little compromised by the sunlight.

Cheers

[rookie2]

good stuff James - I really like #3 ..an edgy capture - is he going to end up in the drink?

what mag will your other work be in? I'll keep an eye out for it.

well done

R2

[Pehpsi]

Great stuff, love the bail in #3. The others must be pretty sweet if these didn't make the cut Will they be online anywhere to look at?

And also a newbie question, what is a PWS?

Cheers.

[jamesw]

good stuff James - I really like #3 ..an edgy capture - is he going to end up in the drink?

what mag will your other work be in? I'll keep an eye out for it.

well done

R2

the mag is called focal point.

i have a shot of #3 where he isn't falling off.... its getting published he didnt end up in the water, though!

[jamesw]

Great stuff, love the bail in #3. The others must be pretty sweet if these didn't make the cut Will they be online anywhere to look at?

And also a newbie question, what is a PWS?

Cheers.

the mags website is http://www.focalpointbmx.com
but i dont think they publish the articles online

after the mag comes out i'll put a few more up.

a PW is a pocketwizard. nifty little radio triggers. they are pricey but worth every cent...

[seeto.centric]

two words: HELMET FOOL!
all those safety people are lecturing about the importance of helmets, yet these guys are being featured in a major mag, riding and stunting helmetless!

back on track, nice shots mate. composition and lighting is tops. i had a play with off camera flash the other evening, but that was my first attempt haha ive got a lot to learn.

dont you feel a bit worried he might stuff something up and err.. land on say, a flash?

-j

[jamesw]

sometimes i get a little worried about riders hittiing flashes... thats why i have 7 or 8 of the things

[tasadam]

Nice captures, but

two words: HELMET FOOL!

Agreed!

[jamesw]

Nice captures, but

two words: HELMET FOOL!

Agreed!

helmets, like seatbelts, are for sissies

[tasadam]

I know what you mean... Reminds me of a photo I saw in a motorcycle magazine once, some guy on his motorbike on a public street doing a great one handed wheelie while waving to the camera, and he was completely naked
Clearly no self respect in more ways than one...

[jamesw]

I know what you mean... Reminds me of a photo I saw in a motorcycle magazine once, some guy on his motorbike on a public street doing a great one handed wheelie while waving to the camera, and he was completely naked
Clearly no self respect in more ways than one...

in all seriousness, something about wearing a helmet in a photo ruins the photo - it takes away from it somehow.

i know how UN-PC (pol correct) that statement is, but i dont really care. as a rider, i appriciate a photo far more if the guy isnt wearing a helmet.

makes it look gnarlier or something.

i do wear a helmet whilst riding down the street, i hate fines.

[methd]

agreed. if he can do stunts and execute them over and over without a helmet, then he MUST be pro ! there's a higher risk (especially for motorcycle stunts) so it just appeals as it appears they have more skills and/or balls !

[jamesw]

i might add that i never encourage a rider to wear or not wear a helmet. its up to them.