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A little over a week to go.... SSA V
Allan Campbell, Photo Editor, Photographer
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Salem | OR | USA | Posted: 3:50 PM on 02.25.08 |
->> I do not know about anyone else, but I am really looking forward to SSA V. I am just finishing up a book project on the geology of Mount St. Helens so I am really looking forward to shooting some sports, getting some great feedback and seeing what everyone else is shooting. The schedule looks full and has way too many great sports to tackle. The staff listing look great like normal and everyone is always so helpful and friendly. Now if time would just pass quicker I could get out of work and hope on the plane. I checked the weather and it looks like Sunny, Mostly Sunny, Mostly Clear, back to Sunny on the ten day forecast.... Hopefully it holds out....
See you in a little over a week..... |
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Mike Vander Veer, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Cheney | WA | USA | Posted: 4:55 PM on 02.25.08 |
| ->> Personally, I'm dreading it... sunny skies and temps above 70.... abombinable! I jest. No, this week can't go fast enough, as it will be a busy one. I finally got PM, so this week will consist of learning its features in and out, transferring my crashed external USB into a new enclosure when it comes, and finishing up all my class work before I leave. I have a 30 minute presentation to give right when I get back, so it has to be completely finished before the academy so I can focus all my attention on photography. Can't wait! |
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Justin Edmonds, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Denver | CO | USA | Posted: 5:31 PM on 02.25.08 |
->> School too is getting in the way. My two buddies, Brandon and Mike, get back Monday morning and I go directly from the airport to school for a presentation. Photography is so much more fun than business school.
I can hardly wait and am really looking forward to my under experience with Donald. SSA V will definitely be the highlight of my senior year!
See you all in 9 days! |
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Cody Buckalew, Photographer, Photo Editor
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Red Wing | MN | USA | Posted: 7:23 PM on 02.25.08 |
->> You guys must have it rough! I need this week to slow down a bit. Between State wrestling, State Swimming, Section basketball, oh, and that other part of the paper we call news, I am running crazy. Today (Monday) is really the only evening I will have off until I arrive in CA next Tuesday.
On a higher note, I just wrapped up a big project on one of the local high school dance teams and I am excited to get some feedback on it. I really hope someone tears into it like my college profs used to. I am in dire need of harsh feedback.
See you all soon.
Oh, I will get that project added to my member page ASAP. Take a look if you have a sec. |
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Mitch Stringer, Photographer
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Towson | MD | USA | Posted: 8:30 PM on 02.25.08 |
| ->> Its going to be a great time. Looking forward to meeting everyone. |
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Adam Alexander, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Muncie | IN | United States | Posted: 10:38 PM on 02.25.08 |
| ->> I am so ready were getting more snow tonight cant wait for some SOCAL weather and look forward to meeting everyone |
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Jared Wickerham, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Pittsburgh | PA | U.S.A. | Posted: 12:23 AM on 02.26.08 |
| ->> Thankfully I just got a job at American Eagle. Can you say employee discount on shorts!!! :) |
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Rod Leland, Student/Intern
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Lethbridge | AB | Canada | Posted: 3:12 AM on 02.26.08 |
| ->> Its gonna be a big push to get all my school work done. But it seems like it doesn't really matter. I. Am. Stoked. |
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Daniel Berman, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Seattle | WA | US | Posted: 3:30 AM on 02.26.08 |
->> I am counting down the hours til this event. I cannot wait to learn from all you guys. Like Cody, I too am looking forward to getting critiques on my work.
So what kind of last minute things are people doing?
Tomorrow I am getting remote gear, finally.
Only about a week to go...
Daniel |
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Jordan Murph, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Honolulu & Los Angeles | HI/CA | USA | Posted: 4:13 AM on 02.26.08 |
->> Computer and workflow guides coming to you all
Aloha,
Jordan |
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Jared Wickerham, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Pittsburgh | PA | U.S.A. | Posted: 7:24 PM on 02.26.08 |
| ->> Awesome, thanks Jordan! |
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Patrick Fallon, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Columbia | MO | USA | Posted: 7:40 PM on 02.26.08 |
->> Saw hi to home for me, I'll be freezing here in Missouri.
If any of you crazy students are planning to go to downtown LA and see the sights, be sure to visit Diddy Riese and get the ice cream sandwhich. Best $1.50 you could spend. |
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Jon Buder, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Aztec | NM | USA | Posted: 7:46 PM on 02.26.08 |
->> Really looking forward to it. I haven't shot any sports for a while because my internship ended and I only shot one freelance job for them after that. Hope I'm not rusty for too long.
I still need a case to fit my lights and cords in if I plan on carrying them anywhere without looking like a christmas tree...
Might see what the camera stores in Phoenix and then Irvine/LA have to offer. Could just get a Pelican case but I don't really want to come back from this trip completely broke. |
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Andrew Villa, Student/Intern, Photographer
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San Jose | CA | United States | Posted: 7:47 PM on 02.26.08 |
->> Yay it'll be awesome to see old and new faces in a week come tomorrow. I'll be heading down a week from today, so maybe some people wanna grab some dinner before course starts.
See ya'll down there! |
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Daniel Berman, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Seattle | WA | US | Posted: 8:40 PM on 02.26.08 |
->> Hi Andrew,
I will be flying in the Tuesday before SSA begins. Shoot me an email if you would like to get together.
Daniel |
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Todd Spoth, Photographer, Student/Intern
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Houston | TX | USA | Posted: 10:54 PM on 02.26.08 |
->> Wish I could be there with you guys!
Ill be hitting up the Southwestern Photojournalism Conference this weekend instead.
have fun boys! |
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Jared Wickerham, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Pittsburgh | PA | U.S.A. | Posted: 4:57 AM on 02.27.08 |
->> Andrew,
Me, Daniel Berman, and Charles Ludeke are all rooming together and arriving on Tuesday. Charles will be there at 3:15pm and I will be there at 5:15pm CA time. Maybe we can all grab a bit to eat that night? Sound good? My cell is 1-740-243-1208. So hit me up if you decide to do that. |
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Mike Vander Veer, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Cheney | WA | USA | Posted: 6:14 PM on 02.27.08 |
| ->> I'll be getting into LAX around 10:00 or so on Tuesday night and should be in Irvine around 11:00 if anybody wants to shoot the breeze over 4th meal! :D |
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Rod Leland, Student/Intern
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Lethbridge | AB | Canada | Posted: 6:16 PM on 02.27.08 |
| ->> Mike, I'll Be in around that late too. A couple of us are planning on getting some food. |
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Bob Ford, Photographer
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Lehighton | Pa | USA | Posted: 6:23 PM on 02.27.08 |
->> Wow, this thread really brings back memories from last year at this time. Unfortunately I'm unable to make it this year. I hope everyone has a great time, and experience the workshop to it's fullest.
I'll be busy shooting our State wrestling championships in Pennsylvania. |
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Charles Ludeke, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Columbia | MO | USA | Posted: 9:29 PM on 02.27.08 |
| ->> I'm always up for eating. Don't have to ask me twice. |
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Joy Absalon, Photographer
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Clifton | VA | USA | Posted: 2:59 AM on 02.28.08 |
| ->> See all you guys there. Looking forward to a busy week |
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Robert Hanashiro, Photographer
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Los Angeles | CA | | Posted: 11:01 AM on 02.28.08 |
->> I don't call this "THE coolest sports photography event of the year" for nothing!
This is the biggest Academy we have held to date. The best schedule of events to shoot we've ever had. And a fabulous faculty.
Thanks to Samy's Camera, Think Tank Photo and Canon USA for supporting this workshop.
Also thanks to Dyna-Lite and AquaTech for the loan of gear to be used by the participants during this workshop.
Hopefully we can continue holding this wonderful educational program in the future... |
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Scott Roeder, Student/Intern
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Newport Beach | CA | US | Posted: 11:21 AM on 02.28.08 |
| ->> I have a sports practice that ends at 9pm, so if anybody wants to eat after that, im down. Mike, I know your not coming in till a little later so give me a call. |
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Melissa Macatee, Photographer
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Dallas | TX | | Posted: 8:49 PM on 02.28.08 |
| ->> SSA is amazing and as amazing as it will seem while you are actually there taking it all in, it is more amazing when you get home and realize how much you take home with you. Bert does have the most wonderful staff and incredible sponsors. Think Tank, Samy's, Aquatech and Canon are very generous to help sponsor what I believe to be a fantastic workshop that Bert has created with the help of Matt, Myung, Wally, Mike, Crystal and Jordan add in there Miralle and anyone else I missed and you have one of the most hands on experiences. For any first timers, don't stress the small stuff, come with a great attitude and you will take away more than you can imagine. |
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Jordan Murph, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Honolulu & Los Angeles | HI/CA | USA | Posted: 9:09 PM on 02.28.08 |
| ->> Read the computer guide! Catch up on sleep now. Drink lots of water and eat bananas |
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Adam Vogler, Photographer
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Chanute | KS | USA | Posted: 10:41 PM on 02.28.08 |
| ->> What is this "sleep" you speak off Jordan? |
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Robert Hanashiro, Photographer
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Los Angeles | CA | | Posted: 11:59 PM on 02.28.08 |
->> Here's some SSA V news:
Kirk Baker of CameraBits, the main code writer for Photo Mechanic, will be sitting in on our Early Bird class on digital work flow.
He will be there to offer up some tips and power-user short cuts ... and answer all of your questions about PhotoMechanic.
Mahalo! |
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Jared Wickerham, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Pittsburgh | PA | U.S.A. | Posted: 1:06 PM on 02.29.08 |
| ->> I'm fairly new to PM so that sounds great Robert! |
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Chad Ryan, Photographer, Assistant
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Fort Wayne | IN | USA | Posted: 2:54 PM on 02.29.08 |
->> Did I hear someone say that a video of the Photo Mechanic session would be posted after the academy!?
Anyway, don't forget to pack sunblock and at least two pairs of sunglasses. At SSA 3 I lost my shades and had to stop at a CVS on the way to the horse track. There are few things worse than over-priced bad sunglasses.
Remember one thing: you're going to have a lot of stuff thrown at you, but don't expect to be spoon fed. The instructors are there to help and they do a fantastic job of it, but you must put in the effort and push yourself to think out of your comfort zone. Do that and you'll likely realize the true benefits of the academy 6 months or a year from now.
Oh, and don't get fixated on who has what gear - just make pictures with what you have and what's available to you through the kindness of CPS.
Back to my regularly scheduled 15 degree weather... I'm not bitter ... really. |
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Jared Wickerham, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Pittsburgh | PA | U.S.A. | Posted: 3:01 PM on 02.29.08 |
| ->> Are we aloud to take sunblock on the plane with us? I know toothpaste is allowed but wouldn't sunblock be considered a liquid? |
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Joy Absalon, Photographer
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Clifton | VA | USA | Posted: 5:48 PM on 02.29.08 |
->> Jared:
You are allowed to take sunblock (or any liquid make-up, cosmetic, toothpaste, mothwash, etc....) as long as it is 3-ounces or LESS. No full-sezed tube with only 3-ounces left either. The actual package must be 3-ounces or less.
I was recently behind a woman at security arguing that her almost empty full-size tube of toothpaste was less than 3-ouces so she could take it. She lost as you can imagine.
Go to Target or another local drugstore and buy a couple of .99 trial sized sunscreens. Or buy the trial sized ones once you are in CA........ |
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Robert Hanashiro, Photographer
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Los Angeles | CA | | Posted: 7:52 PM on 02.29.08 |
->> Weather forecast for Orange County next week during the Sports Shooter Academy:
Wed Mar 05 Mostly Sunny 70°/48°
Thu Mar 06 Partly Cloudy 72°/49°
Fri Mar 07 Partly Cloudy 72°/50°
Sat Mar 08 Mostly Sunny 71°/50°
Sun Mar 09 Mostly Sunny 70°/51°
http://tinyurl.com/39pd3z |
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Bruce Omori, Photographer
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Hilo | HI | USA | Posted: 8:08 PM on 02.29.08 |
| ->> Yikes! I'm gonna be freezing my butt off... |
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Mike Vander Veer, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Cheney | WA | USA | Posted: 9:15 PM on 02.29.08 |
| ->> That or just pack all your sunscreen, toothpaste, etc. in your check-in luggage. There aren't any restrictions against that is there? |
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Bob Ford, Photographer
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Lehighton | Pa | USA | Posted: 9:57 PM on 02.29.08 |
->> Bruce, don't expect to win the "Team Player/Nice Guy" Award this year with jokes like that. HAHA.
I'm sitting here with the temp hovering around 20 and a steady snow fall. There's supposed to be around six inches on the ground when I leave to cover wrestling tomorrow morning. |
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Robert Hanashiro, Photographer
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Los Angeles | CA | | Posted: 12:31 PM on 03.01.08 |
->> A big SHOUT OUT to Angie Akers, Kim Moran - Blad and David Kim for helping us with SSA V!!!
Angie has agreed to put together our beach volleyball session and has gotten several of her AVP colleagues to help stage our annual "Sports Shooter Open":
Jenny Kropp - 2007 Rookie of the Year
Brooke Langston - 2007 AVP tour rookie
Angela Lewis - #9 team in 2007
Angie Akers - #7 team in 2007
David has "volunteered" a couple of his clients to be subjects for Donald Miralle's portrait lighting session, AVP players April Ross and Brad Keenan. April finished 2007 6th in the AVP standings and Brad finished 4th.
Thanks to all of the above for their help and support in putting on THE coolest sports photography event of the year!
Mahalo! |
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Fj Hughes, Photographer, Assistant
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Baltimore | MD | USA | Posted: 7:47 PM on 03.01.08 |
| ->> Ooopps....I have been so busy the last month or so and forgot to reserve a room at the host hotel. I have a room nearby but would lobe to stay there with everybody else. If anybody is still looking for somebody to split with please contact me by off forum. Thanks. |
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Bruce Omori, Photographer
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Hilo | HI | USA | Posted: 9:07 PM on 03.01.08 |
| ->> Bob, I feel for you in that strange white stuff, but I guess it's all relative as I WILL be shivering shooting in the 50's. Last year, shooting baseball in the low 60's was an experience, so this year the indoor evening events are looking good! But, part of the reason for attending SSA is to step out of my comfort zone, so this would really be taking it to heart! lol. |
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Robert Hanashiro, Photographer
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Los Angeles | CA | | Posted: 12:26 AM on 03.03.08 |
->> Countdown starts now!
This will certainly be THE coolest sports photography event of the year! |
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Michael Sasser, Photographer, Student/Intern
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Denver | CO | USA | Posted: 2:15 AM on 03.03.08 |
| ->> 2 days to go! |
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Jesse Smith, Photographer
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Chehalis | WA | United States | Posted: 8:55 AM on 03.03.08 |
| ->> Sitting in the airport right now with Ryan Schopp at 6:00 Monday morning. |
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Ryan Schopp, Photographer, Student/Intern
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Seattle | WA | USA | Posted: 8:57 AM on 03.03.08 |
->> Hey Guys,
Jesse and I are currently sitting in Portland International Airport at 5:58 AM. Waiting for our plane to Cali. We are dying to get out of this airport and down to Santa Ana.
Ryan |
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Cody Buckalew, Photographer, Photo Editor
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Red Wing | MN | USA | Posted: 10:17 AM on 03.03.08 |
| ->> i am getting into LAX Tuesday morning and plan to just go hang out in Santa Monica near the beach for a good portion of the day. If anyone is interested in joining me shoot me an e-mail. |
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