Get Geared Up For Fall Sports With GiftWorksPlus!

Now that school is officially back in session, fall sports are in full swing! Whether your athlete is catching the game-winning touchdown or setting up for that big spike, these are memories they will cherish forever. It’s important to capture these memories but snapping good sports pictures is a whole different ball game of photography. Fast motion, variable lighting, and different focal distances all make photographing sports a challenge for even the most seasoned professional. Like anything - the more you do it, the better you get. So this season, make it a habit to bring your camera with to every game and snap some shots of the competition in action! Here are some quick tips specifically for shooting sports to give you a head start:

Speed Up the Shutter: In order to freeze a running back in time and avoid blurring, opt for a low shutter speed. Professional sports photographers typically use 1/1000 of a second to stop motion.

When it’s Dark, Crank the ISO: In low light situations (like a darker gymnasium), a higher ISO will allow you to use that faster shutter speed without sacrificing image quality.

Look for Something New: Try shooting from a different angle for a new angle on the players. Everybody knows what the game looks like from the bleachers, find a new perspective.

There’s More Than The Players: Remember that there’s more to the game than the game. Using a wide-angle lens to capture a stadium full of screaming fans can be just as powerful as a close up of a player.

Shooting sports is a tricky balancing act of many different factors. With some good practice this season, you’ll be shooting stunning photos of your own sport stars in no time! Rely on GiftWorksPlus all season long to give you the perfect sports frames to match your photos! Browse our full line of engraved wooden frames featuring every fall sport imaginable. Add player number, team records, and special dates with free personalization on any of our custom picture frames. These wooden frames make great sports gifts for kids as well!