Firefighters battling a fire in Chicago

A few more images to go with yesterday’s post featuring portraits of firefighters battling a fire in Chicago.

fire chief portrait
Capturing a moment of laughter in the midst of everything that was happening. Larry Shapiro photo
fire chief portrait
Shallow depth of field and the relative simplicity of the background framing his face make this portrait work. Larry Shapiro photo
firefighter portrait
This profile is enhanced by the character of his seasoned helmet. Larry Shapiro photo
Chicago FD District Chief Tim Sampey
Another example of the plain, non-distracting background that draws the viewer into the portrait. Larry Shapiro photo
Chicago FD Chaplain
The fire department chaplain visiting with firefighters at the scene. Larry Shapiro photo
firefighter portrait
There are no rules when it come to cropping. The portrait should stand on it’s own. Larry Shapiro photo
firefighter portrait
The profile shot from a distance means that the setting is natural and not posed . Larry Shapiro photo
firefighter portrait
I don’t know … the red works for me here on two levels; contrast and fire. Larry Shapiro photo
firefighter portrait
Contrast works with shades of gray. The difference in subject to background doesn’t always have to be from stark shades. Depth of field is the other variable. Larry Shapiro photo

One thought

  1. Thanks for the tips Larry….always a pleasure to see your work and read your thoughts and ideas….otherwise known as figuring out how you got such great shots!!! Still learning – wish you taught classes!!!

    (formerly took pic’s for Naperville FD)
    Photo Unit (volunteer) for James City County FD in Va

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