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PHOTOGRAPHER: RICH ADAMS |
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I was introduced
to photography at a very early age as my grandfather was an avid photographer,
and loved to chronicle the family events. It wasn’t until I reached High
School however, that my passion for the art really began to take shape. Back in
those days I would play in the darkroom, experiment with new ideas in the field,
and was limited only by my available time and how much film my teacher’s
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the camera, I made the decision to buy a 35mm SLR when I scheduled a trip to South
Africa. Upon returning from the trip, my interest to get back into photography
was in high gear. I invested in a few more capable lenses, and immersed myself
in books and seminars to get back up to speed. Since that time I have made the
jump into digital, and now shoot exclusively in this medium.
Photography is a means for me to connect with my visual world. I have always strived
to notice and to appreciate the more subtle aspects of our everyday life, and
photography provides a way for me to capture those little slices in time. By capturing
a unique moment, and later viewing the image, I feel that I am able to forge a
more deep and meaningful connection to a situation.
I particularly enjoy photographing large cats because of the glimpse I am provided
into their world and specifically into their behavior. The grace and fluidity
of their movements is remarkable. Their strength and power are astounding. To
bear witness to these glorious animals interacting in their natural environment
is a humbling experience. With all of the environmental impacts of our human world
becoming more and more widespread and visible, it is refreshing to witness nature
as it was intended. To be present when a Lion is 15 feet away, and looking straight
into your lens as you fire away is the pinnacle of photography for me. I live
for these moments, and consider myself the luckiest person on the planet when
they are playing out.
Equipment List:
Canon EOS 1D mark II
Canon 20D
17-40 f/4L
24-70 f/2.8L
70-200 f/2.8L IS
300 f/2.8L IS
1.4xII and 2xII teleconverters
Canon 550EX Flash
Rich Adams
Boulder, CO USA
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