Photos: New Haven Open – Day 5.

"Petra Kvitova serves during a match on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
“Petra Kvitova serves during a match on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
"Petra Kvitova lunges to return a serve on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
“Petra Kvitova lunges to return a serve on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
"Annika Beck lunges to return a serve from Petra Kvitova on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
“Annika Beck lunges to return a serve from Petra Kvitova on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
"Elena Vesnina reacts after losing a point on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
“Elena Vesnina reacts after losing a point on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
"Sara Errani plays a game of table tennis after an autograph session on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
“Sara Errani plays a game of table tennis after an autograph session on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
"Fans line up for autographs on Stadium Court following a match on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
“Fans line up for autographs on Stadium Court following a match on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
"Angelique Kerber hits a forehand during a demonstration at a 'Girl Scout Day' tennis clinic on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
“Angelique Kerber hits a forehand during a demonstration at a ‘Girl Scout Day’ tennis clinic on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
"Fans cheer during a match on Stadium Court on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”
“Fans cheer during a match on Stadium Court on Day 5 of the New Haven Open at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut Tuesday, August 20, 2013.”

I’m back in Boston now and finally finding the time to catch up on all my work from the New Haven Open at Yale. This is the first of several post to come, so I won’t type too much in each consecutive post until I get to the end of the tournament.

Photos and Video: BNP Paribas Open – Day 10.

"Caroline Wozniacki reacts after defeating Angelique Kerber in the semifinals Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”

“Caroline Wozniacki reacts after defeating Angelique Kerber in the semifinals Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”

 

"Angelique Kerber returns a shot from Caroline Wozniacki in the semifinals Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”
“Angelique Kerber returns a shot from Caroline Wozniacki in the semifinals Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”

 

"Novak Djokovic reacts after defeating Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in the quarterfinals Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”
“Novak Djokovic reacts after defeating Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in the quarterfinals Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”

 

"Andy Murray serves to Juan Martin Del Potro in the quarterfinals Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”
“Andy Murray serves to Juan Martin Del Potro in the quarterfinals Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”

 

"Andy Murray and Juan Martin Del Potro shake hands after their quarterfinal match Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”
“Andy Murray and Juan Martin Del Potro shake hands after their quarterfinal match Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”

 

"Juan Martin Del Potro reacts after defeating Andy Murray in the quarterfinals Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”
“Juan Martin Del Potro reacts after defeating Andy Murray in the quarterfinals Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”

 

"The sun begins to set of Main Stadium at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”
“The sun begins to set of Main Stadium at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”

 

"Maria Kirilenko reacts during her semifinal match against Maria Sharapova Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”
“Maria Kirilenko reacts during her semifinal match against Maria Sharapova Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”

 

"Maria Sharapova hits a backhand during her semifinal match against Maria Kirilenko Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”
“Maria Sharapova hits a backhand during her semifinal match against Maria Kirilenko Friday, March 15, 2013 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California.”

Here is a selection of photos from quarterfinal and semifinal action on the men’s and women’s side of the 2013 BNP Paribas Open. We’re deep into the tournament now, so at this point, the photos become more about emotion and reaction rather than straight about straight tennis action.
Additionally, I’ve posted a video from an incredibly unique opportunity I had to follow Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal as they were escorted from the locker room to the court before their quarterfinal match two days ago.
What I love best about the work that I do is the experiences it allows for. These intimate moments before a sporting event of international interest are rarely seen, and it was incredible to witness that first hand. The entire journey took about three minutes, but it seemed to all happen so quickly. A memorable assignment for sure.
This video I shot and edited follows their journey.
More to come from all of today’s action!

Photos and Video: BNP Paribas Open – Day 1.

 

"Members of the media gather on the rooftop of Stadium One at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Palm Springs, California for WTA All-Access Day on day one of the BNP Paribas Open Wednesday, March 6, 2013."
“Members of the media gather on the rooftop of Stadium One at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Palm Springs, California for WTA All-Access Day on day one of the BNP Paribas Open Wednesday, March 6, 2013.”

 

"Maria Sharapova hosts a promotion for 'Sugarpova,' her line of gummy candies, at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Palm Springs, California on day one of the BNP Paribas Open Wednesday, March 6, 2013."
“Maria Sharapova hosts a promotion for ‘Sugarpova,’ her line of gummy candies, at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Palm Springs, California on day one of the BNP Paribas Open Wednesday, March 6, 2013.”

 

"Maria Sharapova participates in a blind taste test during a promotion for 'Sugarpova,' her line of gummy candies, at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Palm Springs, California on day one of the BNP Paribas Open Wednesday, March 6, 2013."
“Maria Sharapova participates in a blind taste test during a promotion for ‘Sugarpova,’ her line of gummy candies, at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Palm Springs, California on day one of the BNP Paribas Open Wednesday, March 6, 2013.”

 

"Members of the media gather on the rooftop of Stadium One at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Palm Springs, California for WTA All-Access Day on day one of the BNP Paribas Open Wednesday, March 6, 2013."
“Victoria Azarenka addresses the media on the roof of Stadium One at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Palm Springs, California for WTA All-Access Day on day one of the BNP Paribas Open Wednesday, March 6, 2013.”

 

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“Agnieszka Radwanska addresses the media on the roof of Stadium One at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Palm Springs, California for WTA All-Access Day on day one of the BNP Paribas Open Wednesday, March 6, 2013.”
 

I’m out in Palm Springs, California, where I’m working as a Multimedia Producer for the online team at the 2013 BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells Tennis Garden. I’ll be here throughout the entire tournament, so I’ll be posting the content I create and produce daily, so be sure to stay tuned for more!
The first video above is a piece I shot and edited. I’ve worked as a still photographer and social media editor at several tournaments on the professional tennis tour, including twice at the US Open and once at Wimbledon, but this tournament marks the first time that I’ve brought video into the mix. 
In the video, reporter Scott Hennessee asked the top eight seeded players on the women’s side of the draw a series of questions to find out how well they knew each other. I filmed, shooting with a Canon 7D body and recording with wireless lavaliers, and then pulled together a quick edit to be posted on the tournament’s website and various social media outlets. 
Featured in this video are Maria Sharapova, Victoria Azarenka, Agnieska Radwanska, Petra Kvitova, Angelique Kerber, Caroline Wozniacki, Samantha Stosur, and Sara Errani. The players gave us great material to work with, and I’m happy with the pace and flow of the piece. And, what could be better than interviewing the world’s best tennis players on the roof of the stadium at Indian Wells Tennis Garden under perfect, sunny, 80 degree skies?
I’ve also included some still images from All-Access Day, as well as some frames from an promotion event for Maria Sharapova’s line of gummy candies, “Sugarpova.”
Here is a link to a blog post with coverage from media day, and here is a link to a photo gallery of my images on the BNP Paribas Open Facebook page. 
As always, I welcome your thoughts, comments, suggestions, criticisms, or questions. Enjoy!

Photos: 2012 US Open – Day 8.

“Angelique Kerber (GER)[6] reacts after losing a point to Sara Errani (ITA)[10] in the fourth round of the US Open Monday, September 3, 2012.”
“Sara Errani (ITA)[10] follows through on an approach shot during her fourth round match against Angelique Kerber (GER)[6] US Open Monday, September 3, 2012.”

“Ushers line up to high five fans on Day 8 at the US Open Monday, September 3, 2012.”

“Fans begin to fill Arthur Ashe Stadium for the night session on Day 8 at the US Open Monday, September 7, 2012.”

“Practice courts are shown as night falls on the BIllie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, New York Monday, September 3, 2012.”

“A line judge watches a point on Day 8 of the US Open Monday, September 3, 2012.”

Here are a few images from Day 8. I had some down time today, so between shooting matches I did some roaming on my own and shot some features from around the grounds. It felt good to get away from shooting straight action for a bit and mix things up. 

I didn’t get anything too special. I think I just needed to do some mindless wandering after a nonstop schedule over the past seven days.

Here are our galleries from Day 8.

Day 9 tomorrow! Break out the ponchos and rubber duckies. Forecast: Rain.

Photos: 2012 US Open – Day 6.

“Nicolas Almagro (ESP)[11] celebrates after defeating Jack Sock (USA) on Day 6 of the US Open Saturday, September 1, 2012.”
“Jack Sock (USA) plays Nicolas Almagro (ESP)[11]on Day 6 of the US Open Saturday, September 1, 2012.”
“A chair umpire flips a coin before a match between Maria Kirilenko (RUS)[14] and Andrea Hlavackova (CZE) Saturday, September 1, 2012.”
“Andrea Hlavackova (CZE) returns a shot from Maria Kirilenko (RUS)[14] on Day 6 of the US Open Saturday, September 1, 2012.”
“Angelique Kerber (GER) [6] plays against Olga Govortsova (BLR) during her third round match on Day 6 of the US Open Saturday, September 1, 2012.”
“Tomas Berdych (CZE)[6] faces off against Sam Querrey (USA)[27] in third round action Saturday, September 1, 2012.”

Day 6 is in the books, and it was really, really hot. I was all over the place, and shot a ton of tennis. Tried to get a nice mix of high, low, tight, and wide shots. I’m loving how colorful the photo opportunities on court are here.

Here is a link to our series of photo galleries from day six.

Another day coming up!