There are lots of moms in this fine world of ours. And most of them have cameras. I’m in the majority, but I suspect that I’m a little more extreme when it comes to photography gear. A couple weeks ago we attended a bowling party. I’d decided ahead of time that I’d focus on shooting cinema (aka video) rather than pictures, so that meant I didn’t need any flash equipment. I compensated by bringing my camera, three lenses, a monopod and a field recorder. A little overboard? Maybe.
This past Saturday, Leo (my 6-year-old) had a soccer game. Cinema was on my mind again (I am rather excited about the launch of Syncopated Pictures after all), but I knew the field was going to be really muddy. So this time I traveled light, just two lenses, camera and monopod.
You never know what’s going to happen at soccer. This time I got lucky, because like the last time I shot Leo’s soccer game, Leo knew a few of the kids on the opposing team. Leo has come a long way, and is a lot more aggressive and successful on the field. His opponent Elena was none too happy about this. The screen capture preview below cracks me up most of all, because you might get the impression these two were sharing a moment. Don’t think so!
Enjoy!
Another classmate came over to try to fill in the void. Don’t think it’s working for Addie, though.
I detangled myself as I captured this photo, which reminds me a bit of this 
Like a good strong woman, Addie decided to move on to her snack and forget all about Jilting Jonas. (Awww…. look… writing on the back, too!)
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I’m thrilled that you’re a mom gone overboard. Actually, this is a bonus for me since I benefit from your passion, skill, and effort. It’s a joy to see Leo and Elena’s personalities come out on the field. Great job on this edit.