Golf and Softball Portraits

Feb 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; During a portrait session for the Oakland Community College Raiders golf team. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics
Feb 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; During a portrait session for the Oakland Community College Raiders golf team. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics

As the athletic photographer at Oakland Community College my job entails a wide variety of photo coverage.  I find myself shooting game action, banquets and portraits.  Most recently I photographed the softball and golf team portraits for their upcoming seasons.

Feb 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; During a portrait session for the Oakland Community College Raiders softball team. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics
Feb 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; During a portrait session for the Oakland Community College Raiders softball team. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics

Below is the setup I had. I was using a Nikon SB-26 with an umbrella and a Nikon SB-600 to the left of the subjects.  I trigger my speedlights with the Pocket Wizards Plus II’s.

Feb 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; A detailed view of the lighting setup during a portrait session for the Oakland Community College Raiders golf team. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics
Feb 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; A detailed view of the lighting setup during a portrait session for the Oakland Community College Raiders golf team. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics
Golf Portrait Lighting Diagram
Golf Portrait Lighting Diagram