Canon G10 and more …

I want to shoot an autodocumentary. Kinda like a photo autobiography. But much of my life is routine and when I’m at work, I’m shooting for work so it is hard to shoot my autobiography there. I’ve been shooting a lot of stuff w/ my G10 when I’m not shooting for assignments. However, my photo standards are getting so high, that really most shots are somewhat uninteresting to me. That is, I am getting very picky about my photo selection. Especially since most things in my life are routine.

For example people post lots of great food shots. I’ve taken some food shots, but it seems that unless it documents life in it, I’m beginning to find pictures uninteresting, not worthy of posting.

Sooo … here are mine from work .. ‘cuz that’s all about life :P

Rejection!

Here’s a kid getting rejected as he goes up for a shot or layup.

Sudbury Wolves at Majors

I can’t believe they traded Zac Rinaldo. He was one of the most energetic guys on the team. From a photographer’s perspective, some days, the Majors seem like they are asleep and there was nothing to shoot, then Rinaldo will throw a couple of big hits to wake everyone up.

Sudbury Wolves at Majors

I only take the originals. This kid, Jake Springstead, was cheering for the Majors and I caught this expression. After getting his details, the other kids found out I was shooting for the News and cheered every so often taking a glance at me to see if I was taking their picture. No. I only take the original, naturals. =P And he’s now famous in the city as he’s front page in today’s issue.

Ok, found two non-work photos that might be worthy of posting.

Too much Snow

While snow is good, there really is too much snow this winter.

Chilling with Friends

And more chilling … it’s tough to make chilling shots artsy, getting something more than just a snapshot, while not setting anything up.

Yet it is quite a part of this photo autobiography.

 

Dave Keon #9 Retirement

Keon #9 Retirement

One of hockey’s greats got his number retired today by the Mississauga St. Michael’s Majors hockey team. He gets the distinction of being the first Major to have his number retired.

It must be pretty cool to have your name and number remembered for eternity. Well, eternity being the lifespan of the club. The Majors, being one of the more storied clubs in history, are destined to be around for a long while.

http://mississauga.com/article/22057

 

Major Triumph

Majors vs. Frontenacs
Majors vs. Frontenacs

The Mississauga St. Michael Majors end up with a triumphant weekend, winning three games in three days and showing no signs of fatigue in this last game against the Frontenacs.

Coming out hitting hard, these Majors end up with yet another 7-4 win at home. This time, they outshot their opponents 42-41.

Not to take away from their play, they did an excellent job of taking the body and showing energy, but the opponent goalies also were really shaky.

However, if they keep up the great job they did this weekend, they will go far this season! They definitely didn’t disappoint and I was well entertained while working!

http://mississauga.com/article/22086

 

IceDogs Meltdown

IceDogs at Majors

Niagara IceDogs’ goaltender Mark Visentin looks on helplessly as the puck sails past him. The puck hit the back of the net seven times between Visentin and starting goaltender John Cullen.

It was refreshing to shoot and watch a game where not only the Majors won, but they demolished the IceDogs with a score of 7-4. All that despite being outshot 38-29.

The last Majors game I shot was seriously lacking in energy. In fact, the game and lack of energy made me really sleepy shooting it. This one however, had big hits, lots of shots on net and a lot better puck movement. The players really looked like they were alert and trying to play.

I shoot the next one on Sunday. Hopefully it’ll be as awesome as this one!

http://mississauga.com/article/22043