April 10, 2015; Pontiac, MI, USA; During the Oakland Community College Invitational held at the Pontiac Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics
April 10, 2015; Pontiac, MI, USA; During the Oakland Community College Invitational held at the Pontiac Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics

Last week I had the opportunity to photograph the Oakland Community College Invitational at Pontiac Country Club.  It was a wet, cold, windy day but the golfers braved the conditions.  Here are a few pictures from the day. Enjoy!

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April 11, 2014; Pontiac, MI, USA; During the Oakland Community College Invitational held at the Pontiac Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics
April 11, 2014; Pontiac, MI, USA; During the Oakland Community College Invitational held at the Pontiac Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics

After what seemed like a never ending winter, this week has turned out to be a very nice one.  In the past week I have been able to get out and work in this great weather.  I have enjoyed being able to do so!  Recently I was able to photograph the Oakland Community College Invitational at Pontiac Country Club.  The day was gorgeous and it was great to be back on the links.  Enjoy!

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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.

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June 2, 2013; Dublin, OH, USA; Matt Kuchar tees off on the 18th hole during the final round of the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
June 2, 2013; Dublin, OH, USA; Matt Kuchar tees off on the 18th hole during the final round of the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

This past weekend I was blessed to be able to travel to Dublin, Ohio.   My editor sent me down to the Muirfield Village Golf Club to cover the Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide. I was happy to go! Golf is something that I really enjoying covering. I like that it is outdoors and there are many ways to be creative with your photographs.

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April 8, 2013; Grand Blanc, MI, USA; An Oakland Community College Raider golfer during the Mott Community College Invitational at Flint Elks Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics
April 8, 2013; Grand Blanc, MI, USA; An Oakland Community College Raider golfer during the Mott Community College Invitational at Flint Elks Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics

I very much enjoy photographing golf since there is so much to work with and I enjoy being able to work outdoors.  I always look forward to covering a golf tournament for Oakland Community College since it is usually the only golf I get to photograph throughout the year.  This year I covered the Mott Community College Invitational held at Flint Elks Country Club in Grand Blanc, MI. For most of the day it was nothing but rain, however, for the first few holes it was just a normal nice cloudy day in Michigan. Here are a few photos. Enjoy!

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Oct 28, 2012; Detroit, MI, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Sergio Romo (54) and catcher Buster Posey (left) celebrate after Detroit Tigers third baseman Miguel Cabrera (24) strikes out to end game four of the 2012 World Series at Comerica Park.  The Giants won 4-3 to sweep the series.  Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 28, 2012; Detroit, MI, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Sergio Romo (54) and catcher Buster Posey (left) celebrate after Detroit Tigers third baseman Miguel Cabrera (24) strikes out to end game four of the 2012 World Series at Comerica Park. The Giants won 4-3 to sweep the series. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Where do I even begin?  I have been blessed so much this year!  I have been blessed with my family and with the friendships that have grown, as well as the new friendships I have made.  I have been able to further my education and have been able to do a job I love.

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July 15, 2012; Lake Orion, MI, USA; Roger Chapman (GBR) hits out of the bunker on the 15th green during the final round of the U.S. Senior Open at Indianwood Golf and Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-US PRESSWIRE
July 15, 2012; Lake Orion, MI, USA; Roger Chapman (GBR) hits out of the bunker on the 15th green during the final round of the U.S. Senior Open at Indianwood Golf and Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-US PRESSWIRE

Photographing the US Senior Open at Indianwood Golf and Country Club in Lake Orion, Michigan took me back to the days of the Buick Open that was held at Warwick Hills in Grand Blanc, Michigan.

Growing up in Grand Blanc as a kid was exciting for me when the Buick Open would come into town. You could drive by the golf course and see all the people watching, and maybe even be able to see a PGA player. Then there was always watching it live on TV, knowing it was happening just a few minutes away. It was also exciting watching the blimp from our backyard while playing golf with wiffle balls in the yard. One fonder memory though, is going to the Family Days. They weren’t that special, but just being there during the practice round and being able to experience all the hype in person was pretty cool. It was special because we got to ride a bus, and a homeschooler doesn’t get to ride one very often. It was a good time when the Buick Open came into town.

When I first heard that the US Senior Open was coming to Lake Orion I was very excited and immediately began to think of possible clients. However, I was lucky enough to have my editor contact me asking me if I wanted to cover it. I obliviously said yes and counted down the days until it started since I love photographing golf.

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April 13, 2012; Pontiac, MI, USA; An Oakland Community College golfer during the Oakland Community College Invitational held at the Pontiac Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics
April 13, 2012; Pontiac, MI, USA; An Oakland Community College golfer during the Oakland Community College Invitational held at the Pontiac Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics

The winter that we had, or lack there of, was very mild compared to most winters here in Michigan. When we had record breaking temps back in March I was able to get my first round of golf under my belt for the year. Today, I was able to photograph my first golf tournament of the year, which was the Oakland Community College Invitational. Being the athletic photographer at Oakland CC I have photographed this tournament the previous two years and those two years consisted of golf, rain, snow, and some more rain. Not the most enjoyable weather. However, today was awesome! Sun, more sun, and even more sun made for a really enjoyable time and some nice light. Here are some pictures. They are all black and white but were shot in color and converted. Also, be sure to see who got a little hungry during the tournament. Hope you enjoy!

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