Jeremy Pavia Archives – Page 16 of 19

Through The Lens: Adapting To Your Environment

May 23, 2012

For this weeks TTL I figured I would break down the four main styles of riding which are street, dirt, park and flat and give a little bit of info on what I like and in some cases don’t like about each one when it comes time to shoot. Every photographer is different and everyone has their own opinions on what they prefer to shoot so I figured this would make for an interesting read. Whether it’s shooting in the streets, at a skatepark, at the trails or in an empty parking lot it’s up to you as the photographer to make the photo look as good as possible. When it comes down to it the rider is there to act as the subject and you are there to shoot the best photo you can while working within the existing environment. Keep reading to get a little insight into how I break down each category in my head and approach shooting each style of riding.
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Dirt Ron Bike Check

May 18, 2012

Dirt Ron BMX
Intro by Kurt Hohberger
Photos and Q&A by Jeremy Pavia

There’s no doubt that Dirt Ron is what we like to call “unique”. Ron is the kind of guy who doesn’t follow the typical scheme of setup or riding that you can find popping up online most days. I mean, how many people do you see running only a front brake and do candy bars more than actual barspins? Being different isn’t bad, in fact, that’s what I love about the guy! I’ve never experienced a bad moment being in his presence and I’m sure there’s a lot of other people who can say the same.
Back in March we were given the privilege to announce that Ron had been added to the Bone Deth team, which was more than a perfect fit for him. Recently, Jeremy spent some time with him and they decided to see how his new setup is treating him. So let’s take a closer look at Ron’s new setup along with a few extra questions for good measure!
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Through The Lens: WYDK: Featuring Ryan “Biz” Jordan

May 16, 2012

There has always been something intriguing to me about getting some behind the scenes details on a photo. I don’t know what it is about it but I just get stoked on seeing exactly how someone shot a specific photo and get a little insight into the process. I suppose it has something to do with the fact that every photographer shoots a little differently, which in turn makes each story unique in its own way. I can remember studying photos in magazines and borderline obsessing about the way that they were shot and honestly over the years not much has changed. I still find myself getting lost in photos to this day with the same level of curiosity that I had when I first started shooting. I suppose that is why I am introducing “What you didn’t know” for today’s TTL. Ready, set, go.
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Through The Lens: 5 Tips For Better Composition

May 9, 2012

Photography

Composition is “the act of combining parts or elements to form a whole.” When it comes to photography it is an integral part of any photograph. The difference between a good photo and an amazing photo is all in the way you compose the image. You can take two photos with identical subject matter and lighting but the one with the best composition will always be more appealing to the masses. With BMX photography specifically it helps to pay close attention to the entire photo as opposed to simply worrying about the rider themselves. There is much more of a story to be told with each and every photo if shot correctly. Lets break it down and find out more about what it takes to compose a shot that will stand out from the rest.
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Through The Lens: How To Create Seamless Sequences In Photoshop

May 2, 2012

Kevin Kiraly

This is something that every BMX photographer should know how to do. With riding getting more and more tech/combo based on the daily knowing how to create a seamless sequence is incredibly beneficial to anyone behind the lens. All you need is a DSLR that can shoot sequences, a tripod and Photoshop. The cool thing about shooting seamless sequences is that you can really show a trick in a different way as opposed to with a still shot. Sometimes a single shot just doesn’t do the trick justice. That was the case with this photo of Kevin Kiraly whipping down the famous Wallenberg set. I really wanted to show the length of this whip and after looking at many angles, the side view seamless really stood out to me as the best way to show the entire trick and really try to give it as much credit as it deserves. As a photographer you should always be looking to tell some sort of story with your photos and sometimes a seamless sequence can help do just that. Also, I want to point out that this is the way that I personally put together a seamless sequence and the way that I have found works best for me. Everyone edits a little differently and there are many different ways to get to the same end result. Hopefully this all makes sense and inspires you to get out and shoot as soon as possible to try out these steps for yourself. Let’s get started.

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Through The Lens: Five Things Every BMX Photographer Should Know

April 25, 2012

If you are a true BMX rider then you have probably committed a crime or two in your day. Anytime that you hop a fence to ride your bike somewhere you are not supposed to, or grind a handrail in front of a downtown office building in any city across the globe you are technically committing a crime. There are laws against trespassing, as well as destruction of property, which can both come with hefty fines. Sure, it doesn’t seem like a big deal to you and in your eyes you are just riding but there are a hell of a lot of people out there that just don’t quite understand what riding is all about. This in turn means that you have a good chance of being approached by the neighborhood hero, security, or the police in certain situations and without knowing the proper way to deal with them; you could find yourself in debt with a criminal record before you know it. Curious as to what I am getting at? Read on to find out.
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Through The Lens – The Fisheye Lens

April 18, 2012

Love it or hate it the fisheye lens has played a huge role in BMX photography over the years and won’t be going anywhere anytime soon. It has a certain way of showing BMX in an incredibly unique light and gives the viewer a perspective that is only possible with a 180-degree view. Mass-produced fisheye lenses starting coming off of the assembly lines around 1960 and by definition a fisheye lens is “an ultra wide-angle lens that produces strong visual distortion intended to create a wide panoramic or hemispherical image.” Basically, it can turn what would be an ordinary photo into an eye-catching work of art. If used correctly, the fisheye can be an amazing tool that every BMX photographer should own. Read on to find out why.
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Through The Lens: Shooting Etiquette – Some Do’s and Don’ts

April 11, 2012

One of the biggest things to pay attention to when crossing the line from photographer to professional photographer is the way that you carry yourself. It is very important to realize that you as a person are greatly responsible for the way that a shoot goes from the moment it begins until “the one” is in the bag. If you have ever had a successful shoot with a mellow vibe from start to finish then you know how good of a feeling it can be when that goes down. The following feature is based on making that happen as often as possible. Keep in mind that this all comes from personal experience and it’s a chance to learn some inside info that I wish I had known years ago when I first started getting serious about shooting. Now if you have any interest in pursuing BMX photography on any level I suggest that you pay attention, and don’t be afraid to learn something.
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