Caught Our Eye

Showstopper Photography – Thumbing through the pages, you can’t help but pause on this women’s basketball spread. The goal of any staff is to get the viewer to read the primary and secondary coverage of the spread. Captivating photography is the most effective way to draw in readers. The staff’s ability to “get close” made a good photograph great. Capturing peak action while sharply focused and with exceptional depth of field, the full-page, dominant image showcases the key elements of excellent sports photography. Additionally, the dominant image was nicely placed on the right page, leading the viewer’s eye back to the left page. It is important to note that understanding the photo equipment can make or break the visual quality of pictures; therefore, if strong photography is a goal of a staff, find a way to upgrade. 

– written by Brad Cook, adviser, Gresham High School