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Historic Victory


Historic Victory
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Copyright: Robert Calve (perryhooter) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2584 W: 853 N: 6167] (27938)
Genre: People
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-06-08
Categories: Humorous, Transportation, Event, Decisive Moment, Mood, Portrait
Camera: Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSI, EF75-300mm f/4-5.6 USM
Exposure: f/6.3, 1/1600 seconds
Details: Tripod: Yes
Map: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Racing, Your favorite Images II [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-06-09 13:25
Viewed: 1839
Favorites: 1 [view]
Points: 42
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
in many ways.....

First, A big hello to all . I know this year I am not very active on the site. Perhaps too many things are keeping me away from posting critiques and workshops. Therefore I do not upload shots either even if I am still active in shooting.I simply do not have as much time to write to you.

Last week-end , I went again to the Canadian Formula 1 GP in Montreal. It was a great occasion to meet friends and our estimated colleague Mario Bélanger . It was indeed an historic GP for him as well. As Mario is attending in person since 1978 at the Grand Prix . He witnessed many great races. For this 30th edition in Montreal, he received an accreditation as an official photographer. So we did not see him often during the weekend. Starting on Thursday he joined the gang of photographers shooting everything that move in the paddock, in the press conferences, and on track. You will surely see a few of his images in the coming weeks.

This year, I was fortunate to work with a new camera, that Martine bought me for my 50th birthday anniversary ( coming in a few weeks ). She gave it to me earlier, in order to get it for the GP. So it was my first opportunity to work with it . I realized I will need to improve a lot to work efficiently with this more sophisticated gear.

About this one. Well my pick won the race (^_^). Robert Kubica is shown here in the Senna curve just after he passed the chequered flag. Look at the map to see the site of the circuit. Of course it is a temporary circuit. therefore the grandstands are missing (^_^) on this aerial shot.

Headlines on F1-Live.

Hats off specially after his crash of last year. Robert is the fourth driver to score his first victory in Montreal;
2007 GP was the year for Lewis Hamilton ; 1989 GP was Thierry Boutsen and finally 1978 GP was Gilles Villeneuve's first on the inaugural event.

First One-Two as well for Team BMW. honestly glad it happened in Montreal. It was a great race. Again the Grand Prix was spectacular.

Technically . I have now a 75-300 lens. Since it is now 12.5 megapixels, I have a bit more flexibility. Here I cropped the shot that I took at maximum zoom to get a closer view on Robert.

Congratulations Robert ! and Mario !!!! for this 30th Historic Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal.

Cheers!
Robert
Fortuna, actagaudi, moli, PierreFrigon, Kilted-Arab, Silke, Dpbours, hrschwartz, sorinabal, Loup, kurekpit has marked this note useful
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Hello Robert.
Great picture of Robert. It wasn't surprising that himself and Nick were the fastest two. They were in hurry because they wanted to watch football (soccer) match in the euro2008 tournament Poland vs. Germany.
I like your tight crop and big frame. good sharpness and colours.
TFS
Wojciech

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  • boonie Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1234 W: 64 N: 1548] (7842)
  • [2008-06-09 14:05]

Robert it is always a treat to see your work when ever time allows. Congrats on the new toys - It is truly amazing what this new hardware can do. Oh yes and a happy 50 when ever that officially occurs. Well done here - colors spot on - cropped to a good composition - shutter speed stopped him in his tracks.

Dan

Hi

Fast shot :) It must be hard to photograph bolide in action, I assume it is easier shot it at the end. Interesting capture and frame (maybe to narrow).

Thanks for chosen compatriot to shot. It was really historical and great race. Last year he had very dangerous crash in Montreal, so it id double victory.

Regards
actagaudi

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  • soda Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor [C: 173 W: 65 N: 149] (2634)
  • [2008-06-09 15:19]

Hi Robert,
You were very brave to tolerate that incredible heat and humidity on Sunday!
This is a wonderful colourful picture. Amazing sharpness and details, nice bright colours.
Bravo!
Lise

Excellente capture.
Et félicitation pour la nouvelle caméra.
Bien vu
Pierre

Oh Yes! Was waiting excitedly for a posting from you on the race - and you've come up with a beauty.

The tight crop and the clenched fist are great features of this image. Lovely and sharp - just a very professional shot and a wonderful note to accompany it. Have fun with your new equipment ;-)

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  • Janice Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3204 W: 262 N: 7964] (34497)
  • [2008-06-09 19:09]

Hurrah for CANON!

Hurrah for CANADA

Good tight crop Robert - wow, aren't they tightly squashed in their seat with all that padding around them. It's a wonder they can see.

Cheers
Janice

Excellent capture and cropping!It seems that you manipulate your new gear very well : )
Good shot!
Regards,

chiping

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  • moli Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1349 W: 256 N: 2110] (13344)
  • [2008-06-10 1:05]
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Hello Robert.
Well done my friend!
Great picture of Kubica - winner in Canada this year. Last year dangerous accident and this year full of glory. New legend is born?
We will se.
Thanks for sharing this picture. Added to my favorites. I`m Pole too.
Regards.
Janek Kloss

:) brb

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  • pozaru Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3627 W: 881 N: 2607] (21386)
  • [2008-06-10 1:48]

hey, haven't seen you for ages !

greetings,
v

Hi Robwert
Fantastic shot, lovely tight crop and superbly composed
Regards
Pez

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  • Silke Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2572 W: 237 N: 6132] (24044)
  • [2008-06-10 3:12]

Fantastic timing on this!
Great composition as always.
I really miss seeing y9ou here. do drop me a line when you are ready to return :)

Wishing you all the best

Silke

Hi Robert,

Nice one attending the race and even nicer to meet the legendary Mario :-). Thirty years. Wow...

I do like the tight crop, but there is a bit of purple on some of the edges of the white. But nothing to worry about too much.

Greetings!
Dennis

Hi Robert,

Excellent use of your new material. You will show the world that you don't need the most expensive equipment to obtain most excellent results. But you do need an excellent photographer.

Looking forward to more action photos.

Randy

Hello Robert,

Excellent crop and POV, also good colors and light. Very good shot.
Best regards,
Sorina

Hi Robert,
Cheering for Kubica so well captured. A big hurray for our Polish friend and for you too Robert. This is a quality picture, despite your equipment (when is Martine buying you a Nikon?) Great shot my friend, I really enjoy this one, superb sharp and a great moment captured (you lucky ba*** :-)
Hans

Hello Robert,

Excellent action shot! Very well framed!
Congratualtions and TFS,

Sergio
on tuesday

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  • Loup Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 100 W: 0 N: 73] (1327)
  • [2008-06-10 15:55]

Hello Robert,
Bravo ! Great capture of winner!!!!
Beautiful macro!
Thank !
Jasmine

It's about time for this team and this fine young driver to top the podium. Great shot Robert!!! I'm sure you had a blast.Excellent composition and colour along with awesome details. Nicely done... both of you!

Love and Peace Always

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  • EOSF1 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1977 W: 301 N: 3060] (26902)
  • [2008-06-12 5:42]

Salut Robert! Excellent moment et excellente prise, j'aime bien la cadrage serré que tu as choisi et la netteté de l'image, photo prouvant bien la grande "exubérance" :-) de Kubica! Bravo et merci,

Mario

Hi Robert,
Congratulation,very good shot.
Best regards,
Ralf

Hi Robert,
Great shot ,excellent sharpness and details,well presented and framed.Good job.
Best regards
TFS

* Piotr *

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