PhIn class, I was prompted to form a portrait piece where all the portraits tied together. As a swimmer, I chose to focus on my team and the mood of an athlete before a race. When swimmers step up to the block, they are focused, determined, and ready to give their all. My photo, The Intensity of a Swimmer captures this look. I chose to photograph in black and white because it added a strength through the contrast of light that was lost if photographed in color. I also shot in shallow depth of field, f2.0, with a 50mm lens at ISO 100. This provided the clarity and focus I aimed for in the piece. When someone looks at The Intensity of a Swimmer, I want them to feel intimidated and impressed with the power of this athlete. Swimming is a uniquely intense sport and I believe I successfully captured this.
Photo: Haley Todd
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