Wildcats Tear Up Mooseheads.

The Moncton Wildcats continue their streak by defeating the Halifax Mooseheads at the Moncton Coliseum, with a 5-2 victory.

The first goal of the game came by way of the Mooseheads during the second period of play, but Moncton came back with 4 more before the end of the second. Halifax then got their final goal of the night in the third period, and with only 5 seconds left on the clock the Wildcats put the puck in an empty net making it 5-2 final score. Moncton out shot Halifax 45-23.

The photo above is of Cole Harbour N.S native, Nathan Welton (#27) as he belts a slapshot at Halifax goalie Jeremy Duchesne.

This photo was taken during the first period, from directly across the ice. The shutter was set at 1/125 sec, with a F-stop of 6.3, ISO 1600, no flash.

I really like how I caught the shot in mid-motion. The only thing I don't really care for is the blurred hand, but the more I think about it, the more I like it cause it shows the speed of the shot. Another nice part of the photo is the postition; one leg lifted in the air.
I think if I could go back and re-shoot the photo I would use a faster shutter (1/250) and possibly zoom out a bit to get the blade of the stick.

Moncton Sends PEI Rockets Into Orbit

I arrived at the Moncton Coliseum about 6:30pm, on Wednesday, Feb 15, walked around for a bit and chatted with one of the players. About 5 mins before "Oh Canada!", I went to Section 10 where I normally sit and got my camera assembled.

Now from what I have learned is that hockey is very hard to shoot, not only do you have to be able to assume a play but also understand the lighting of the arena, so I have one goal when I attend a Moncton Wildcats game, and that is to come out of the game with one solid picture. So far I have been able to get a few beautiful shots.

Like I said before in one of my articles, I love close ups. Hockey is no different. A close-up in hockey can show celebration, pain, agression, and the element of waiting (when a goalie is focused on a player on a breakaway). But don't get me wrong, shooting in a wide angle allows you to see all around; a player on a breakaway, a big hit, a 3 man rush to the net, and if your lucky you might even catch 2 players "drop the gloves".

What I have for you today is my favorite shot of Wednesday nights victory over the PEI Rockets. Moncton Wildcats blasted the Rockets 7-1. The Wildcats are currently #1 in the CHL.

The photo above is of #10, Adam Pineault (future Columbus Bluejacket). This photo was taken as he was making his way to a face-off. I really like this photo because of the positioning and it shows emotion on his face, whether it be a look of being tired or a look of agression.

This photo was taken from Section 10, right against the glass. I used my 70-300mm lense, zoomed out to about 175 with a ISO of 1600. My camera was set on TV (1/100 sec), with no flash.

Wildcats next game is Friday night at 7pm when they face off against arch rivals Halifax Mooseheads.

Life Outside The Zoo: Pedro's Story.

Tonight was like any other night. I come home from work about 10pm, grab a snack, chat a bit with family then head down to my room where I begin my hours of photo editing. But unlike any other photographer I do not do my photo editing alone. Beside me, staring at me with his peircing little eyes is a good little friend of mine, who is always willing to keep me company, Pedro.

Pedro is a 2 year old bearded dragon. He came to me from the Magnetic Hill Zoo in Moncton,NB where I used to photograph alot of their animals. Pedro was named by my sisters, after the former Boston Red Sox pitcher "Pedro Martinez". We thought that naming him the "Magnetic Hill Reject" was a little harsh ... and too long to say everytime. Pedro moved in with me about a year ago, after he was viciously attacked by the other bearded dragon which he shared a room with at the zoo. With the loss of his back left foot and the end of his tail, Pedro has made a lovely home here with me. At first he was cautious, but now I believe he knows everything is ok, and no one is going to eat him.

Alot of the time when I edit photos, Pedro accompanies me until he gets sleepy and passes out on the desk.

Here is some info on Pedro you might find interesting:
Name: Pedro
Origin: Australia.
Nickname(S): Tri-pod,legs,runt, and lazy.
Favorite foods: carrots, endive, and crickets.
Favorite Muppet: Kermit the Frog.
Origin: Australia.
Marital Status: Single and looking.
Girlfriend Qualifications: Brightly colored, non-agressive, lazy and 4 feet.
Favorite Movie: Godzilla, the newer version, not the old one.

Although Pedro is not a big talker, he does enjoy long walks on the woodchips, crispy vegetables, playing Tarzan with his fake vines, and working on his tan under the heat lamp.

This photo was taken in a dark room, with a lamp shining to the side of Pedro. I had the settings on automatic without flash. I positioned a black background in back of him, also to the left and right. When the photo was done I transferred it to my PC and turned it greyscale, and then added a sepia tone to it. I also played around with the contrast a bit.

Angele: "Get To Know".

I decided to try something different. I decided to do more of a "get to know" piece on local Moncton people, and try to get to know them a bit, basically by asking some fun questions.

This photo was taken at eye level with the subject, using 1/40 shutter speed, f-stop of 4.5, ISO 400 with no flash. I had her stand on an angle and turn her face more toward me, cause I find straight on shots are quite boring.

Angele Marie Arsenault was born at the Moncton Hospital on July16th, 1987. She was raised in Richibouctou-Village. She currently works in Moncton.

Here is my Q&A with Angele:

1) What would you consider the "ultimate chcik flick"?
The Notebook of course ...
2) What's your Zodiac sign?
Cancer.
3) When your in a bad mood, what one thing can make you smile?
The people I work with.
4) Who was your Idols growing when you were a kid?
The Spicegirls ... haha!
5) What is your favorite flower?
Lillies.
6) Which cartoon character are you most like?
Spongebob.
7) Do you have any secret talents?
Not that I know of!
8) If you could be a celebrity for a day, who would you wanna be?
I don't really care, as long as their money comes with it!
9) If you could have dinner with any for people, past or present ... who would they be?
(1) Bono, U2 (2) Bob Marley (3) Paul Walker (4) A really hot guy!
10) What is your favorite smell?
Something like oranges, mango, pineapple .... or coconut, YUM!
11) Brad Pitt or Johnny Depp?
Brad Pitt.
12) Have you ever broken a bone?
A finger! ouch!
13) What is your favorite band?
U2.
14) What is your favorite movie?
White Chicks.
15) Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
With a big house, down south.
16) What song, when listening to makes you think about yourself or someone close to you?
Africa by TOTO - Inside joke at work! haha. Makes cute guys come in!
17) Where do you work?
Oliver Soapery.
18) How would you describe yourself in one word?
FUN.
19) Favorite actress/actor?
Too many to choose from.
20) Do you sing in the shower?
YES! All the time.

I would like to thank Angele for letting me do this interview on her.