I got started in photography at Acadia University in 1977 by joining the photography club, and taking photos for the school paper–The Athenaeum. I learned how to develop and print black and white film, and take photos in a journalistic style. It gave me a reason get out and take the best possible photos, for it was an honour to have a photo in the newspaper. This documentary style of photography has stayed with me over the years. Timing is very important, and also, where to stand.
The photo is of a game between The Acadia Axemen and the UNB Red Bombers at Raymond Field in Wolfville, Nova Scotia. I tried to borrow a telephoto lens to shoot the game, but had no luck and had to make do with my 50mm lens. This meant that I couldn’t get any closeups of the action, and had to settle for wider shots. Sometimes you just have to make do.