A Trip to Northern California

I recently went up to Northern California, eventual destination wine country.

On my way I stopped at a few photo spots to snap some images.

Battery Spencer North side of Golden Gate Bridge

Battery Spencer North side of Golden Gate Bridge

Entrance to the image above

Walking into the entrance door

Looking out the door at the Golden Gate Bridge.

From the inside looking out.

Big Cargo Ship passing the Golden Gate Bridge on it’s way out to sea.

Cypress Tunnel in Point Reyes.

Shoreline in the town of Inverness near Point Reyes.

Shipwreck in the town of Inverness near Point Reyes.

 

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Aikido Martial Arts Photo Shoot

This is a shoot I did for a client for their Aikido Martial Arts Dojo (Studio).

I guess you could say don’t mess with her.

Aikido

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Skateboarder Balboa Park

While I was in Balboa Park photographing a few of the Pear Trees in bloom I couldn’t resist shooting this skateboarder doing a 360 flip at the fountain (yes he landed it).

Skateboarder at the Fountain in Balboa Park

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Pear Trees Blossoming in Balboa Park

Every February the Pear Trees Blossom in Balboa Park in San Diego, CA. It only last about a week or two but it’s quite beautiful as Balboa Park is full of them.

Pear Trees Blossoming in Balboa Park

Pear Trees Blossoming in Balboa Park

Pear Trees Blossoming in Balboa Park

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Supercross San Diego 2013

I had the pleasure of shooting Supercross again this year in San Diego for the 2013 season at Qualcomm Stadium.

Here are a few shots. I was using a slow shutter speed and panning technique on these photos (as well as a wide aperture f2.8) to get an even more out of focus and blurry background. You will also notice that the spokes on the wheels are blurry as opposed to when you use a fast shutter speed that freezes the spokes. It adds an element of movement and as well as speed.

I think I was at about 1/160th of a second (pretty slow for such a fast sport). As you can see however with the right technique you can get some pretty cool results.

San Diego Supercross 2013

San Diego Supercross 2013

San Diego Supercross 2013

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NFL Football Photos San Diego Chargers vs Baltimore Ravens

I’m a little backlogged in the blog image posting department but here are some photos from the Charger vs Ravens game this past NFL season. Who knew at the time that Baltimore would then go on to win the Superbowl.

Jacoby Jones punt return gone bad.

Die Hard Charger Fans

Struggling to get a First Down

First Down Chargers

Defense trying to win the game

The Famous 4th and 29!!!

Agony of Defeat

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Surf Photos – 2012 Hurley Pro at Lower Trestles in California

The WCT (World Championship Tour) makes a stop every year at Lower Trestles surf break in Southern California. As an action sports photographer I have the pleasure of shooting this contest almost every year. Surf photography is one of my passions not only because of the insane moves these guys are pulling off but also because it’s something I enjoy doing myself. I love to surf as often as I can schedule permitting. Knowledge of a sport you are covering is always a benefit as it allows you to anticipate the action.

It’s always a visual display of progressive surfing with the best surfers in the world putting on a fantastic show. The wave is known as one of the best skate park type waves around. This always makes for great action, as you can see from the photos below.

Here are some shots form the contest.

Gabriel Medina letting it fly

Gabriel Mendina Cut Back

Josh Kerr throwing some spray

John John Florence throwing it out there

Kelly Slater doing what he does best on his way to Victory.

Taj Burrow was on fire early.

To see more photos from the contest Click Here

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Photoserve Portfolio of the Month – JFennell Photography

I just found out that my Portfolio is being featured as one of the Portfolio’s of the month on PDN’s (Photo District News) PhotoServe website.

Every month the feature 10 photographer’s portfolios on the home page of their website. It’s a rotating slide show showing one image and the photographer’s name. You can then click on the image and be taken to their PhotoServe Portfolio.

It’s a great honor as there are a ton of photographers on this site most of which are extremely talented.

PhotoServe Portfolio of the Month - JFennell Photography

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Athlete Lifestyle Portrait Photo Shoot

I was in Florida recently and did a photo shoot with a local KiteBoarder, Scott. It was mid day and I set up two remote speedlights to compensate for the harsh shadows of the midday sun. I love creating dramatic light but besides in a studio where you have complete control, early morning and late afternoon make it a little easier to manipulate the light. Midday however can be more challenging. Do it right though and you can get some pretty cool results.

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Surf Swell San Diego 1-6-12

There was a lot of hype surrounding an incoming swell for Friday, January 6th, 2012.

When the swell finally arrived it did not disappoint. It perhaps wasn’t as big as some people anticipated but definitely brought some fun decent sized waves.

Here are some photos from that day.

Hospitals Wave Sunrise La Jolla, California

Big Rock Wave La Jolla, California

Black's Beach Wave Late MorningEvening Glass off at Black's Beach

Line up shot of the surf at Black's during evening glass off

Surfing a little gem during evening session at Black’s

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