Stock Photography Photographer Gallery 01

Stock photography should communicate message, involvement and human interaction.	This series captures fire cadets standing for inspection and going off for classroom training.	The series of the images conveys who the cadets are and who the trainers are.

These are fire cadets training to be firefighters.	The location is Compton Community College in Compton, California.	Human interaction and involvement is a necessary element in stock photography.

Getting these type shots without being disruptive is a valued skill.	I saw them in formation. Grabbed my camera and started shooting.	I tried different focal lengths of similar shots. For my taste, the tighter shots tell more.

Alone, the composition of this shot is poor. However, as part of a series, it is another perspective of involvement.	Interaction is important in stock photography.	While inspecting, the Fire Captain observes me taking pictures of the cadets.

Although this was an inspection activity, it is apparent that helpful instruction was also taking place.	I like these next two shots. Those cadets with their hands at their sides - are being inspected.	Hands behind the back means either they have been inspected or they're waiting their turn.

These images convey concepts such as diversity, urban adults, public safety, etc.	I continued to look for and shoot human interaction.	My efforts at being non-disruptive paid off. I was pleased with this sssion.

For all of the messages that these shots communicate, there are still unanswered questions.	The stories continue.	You can almost project into the future and see these cadets after years of experience.

Positioning myself was critical to get these shots.	Inspection over, the cadets hurriedly go to class to continue their training.	Concepts of teamwork, diversity, public safety, conditioning, heroes, etc.

One of the standard rules of stock photography is to always be ready to shoot.	Another important rule is to know what criteria adds value to stock photos.	And, of course, always ensure that your images are sharp and clear.