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Pitch perfect
Ivan O’Riordan took up photography later in life, but his aptitude for action shots meant he was soon promoted from terrace to touchline
[1] Unlike rugby, hurling tends to be a summer game played mostly in daylight, so conditions are easier for the photographer.
Camera: Nikon D500
Lens: 300mm f/4
Exposure: 1/5000 sec, f/4, ISO250
MISSION: Capture decisive moments, and convey the action-packed nature of rugby and hurling
PHOTOGRAPHER: Ivan O’Riordan
LOCATION: Limerick, Ireland
KIT
USED: Nikon D500, D700, D3, AF-S 300mm f/4E PF ED VR, 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR
WEBSITE:
www.ivanoriordan.com
I was 50 before I took any serious interest in photography and started to take photos at Limerick Lawn Tennis Club. My basic tuition came from photography magazines and making mistakes. Around 15 years ago, I started taking photos from the terraces at Munster Rugby matches. I eventually submitted photos to the supporters’ club and was accepted as an accredited photographer. This enabled me to operate pitchside for about four matches per season, which was a great thrill.