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It seems the only time I pick up my camera anymore is to help the local South Dade News Leader cover the NASCAR races at Homestead Miami Speedway. This years race experience was still overshadowed by the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic resulting in lower crowds, less pre race pomp and circumstance and an overall subdued feeling. Despite this, it was still an enjoyable experience and I was able to capture some good images for the paper.
This years NASCAR race had a different feel with the many COVID 19 protocols in place. Gone were the fan experiences and driver interactions replaced instead by social distancing. Also, only a limited number of fans were allowed to attend making for nearly empty grandstands and less overall excitement. Despite these restrictions the racing was just as good.
I was asked once again to assist the local newspaper in capturing some images of this years NASCAR Championship race at Homestead Miami-Speedway. This was going to be the final championship race held at Homestead-Miami Speedway in the near term, making documenting it extra special. It was another sold out crowd and the Speedway put on a good show for the fans. I only made it to the final race on Sunday as I had some family events to attend to so I did not get to capture any of the cars practicing or qualifying on Saturday. All in all it was good race and I got a few decent photos as well.
I made some time to help out the local newspaper and worked the Sunday NASCAR Championship Race at Homestead-Miami Speedway again this year. I always like getting into the pits and watching the crews tinker with the cars and the fun and excitement that always accompanies the championship race day. This year was another great race full of excitement in front of a sold out crowd. I was able to capture some good shots of the four (4) race car drivers vying for the Championship and made the front page of the newspaper.
I missed last years NASCAR Championship race at Homestead Miami Speedway due to being out of town and spending time with family. This year however, the local newspaper asked if I would be willing to help them out again and capture some images of the race. I of course agreed and dusted off my camera for a fun filled weekend.
I got some great images this year, especially of retiring driver Matt Kenseth during a pit stop with the sun setting through the grandstands. I forgot how much fun shooting a racing event can be. I had gotten so used to going that I took the experience for granted until I took a year off from the event. I will likely go again next year if life allows me time.
I had the opportunity once again to do some freelance work for the local newspaper and photograph the 2016 NASCAR Championship race at Homestead Miami Speedway. This year proved to be more exciting than last year. I also managed to capture a signature sunset shot with sunburst under the sky boxes over turn 1. The image also captured the last lap led by Jeff Gordon prior to his retirement.
