All Services Boxing Championships, Fort Huachuca, Arizona

Last night I was blessed with the opportunity to photograph the All Services Boxing Championships at Fort Huachuca, AZ., the base that is adjacent to the community I live in.  One of my goals photographically has been to try my hand at shooting a sparring match, last night was better because I got to shoot actual matches.  So what happens when someone who primarily shoots weddings and couples in love gets to shoot boxing?  You get some  “romanticized” boxing pics.  I wasn’t aiming (or focsuing) to capture just the technical aspects and action in the ring.  I was also looking for the little moments of the event and the little things that happen around the ring that as a spectactor and fan of boxing I miss by simply sitting and watching a match.  Many years ago I was an amateur boxing judge and still find when I am spectating I count blows and “judge” a fight.  Last night was different, I saw everything with a new eye through my lens.  Just like when I shoot a wedding I was looking for the action but also the details and the “heart” of the event.  Here are some of my favorites. 

For my photog friends:The lighting was beyond challenging.  I used my 50mm 1.8, wide open, and high ISO for all of these shots.  Enjoy. 

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And finally, VICTORY