Action Photography

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How Serge Ramelli Shot an Action Short on Canon 7D & 5D Mark II: Lessons for Your Workflow

I’ve been following Serge Ramelli’s work for years, and when I discovered he’d shot an entire action short film on the Canon 7D and 5D Mark II, I had to dive deeper. In this excellent tutorial, Serge Ramelli shows us not just what he shot, but the practical decisions that went into creating “Arthur” — a compelling parkour short that demonstrates how technical constraints can actually sharpen your creative vision.

February 16, 2026

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How Photographers Conquered Long Exposure in Freefall: A Technical Breakdown

When Long Exposure Meets Freefall I just learned about something that shouldn’t work but does: a recent shoot captured skydivers plummeting through the night sky against the aurora borealis, all while traveling over 100 miles per hour in brutal sub-zero conditions. As someone obsessed with how photographers solve impossible technical challenges, I had to dig into how they pulled this off. The premise alone contradicts everything we’re taught. Long exposures and action photography are supposed to be enemies.

February 15, 2026

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How Be Ryder Masters Workflow Under Pressure: Lessons from Elite Surf Photography

When Your Studio Is the Ocean I’ve been following Be Ryder’s work for a while now, and what strikes me most isn’t just the technical execution—it’s the consistency she achieves in one of photography’s most chaotic environments. Shooting in churning water with thousands of dollars in gear strapped to your body demands more than raw talent. It requires bulletproof workflows that survive saltwater, pressure, and split-second decision-making. Beatriz has transformed herself from someone uncomfortable in the ocean into a World Sports Photography Awards silver medalist.

February 13, 2026