# @alana-d-a22b2b1b4 on LinkedIn

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- **Original URL:** https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alana-d-a22b2b1b4_hockey-sportphotography-womeninsports-activity-7300922683456684036-cPdj
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/32156672-inalana-d-a22b2b1b4-linkedin
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- **Posted:** 2025-02-27T17:00:12.287+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Alana Dackiw (@livingitdigital) — https://gondola.cc/livingitdigital

## Caption

I’ve shot hockey at all levels, from youth to the AHL, and every game brings unique challenges. Whether it’s a playoff game or a child’s first goal, the right techniques make all the difference. Here’s my tips & tricks for hockey photography!

Shooting Through Glass:
- Use a 24-70 or 24-105mm 2.8 lens when shooting through glass, as image quality deteriorates with longer focal lengths. I’ve found my 120-300mm 2.8 lens is unusable and about 130+ on a 70-200mm is too.
- Find the cleanest section and place your lens right against it. Typically, the glass is often cleaner lower to the boards.
- Avoid shooting at extreme angles. Doing this will reduce reflections and distortions, especially near curved glass.
- A rubber lens hood can help block out unwanted reflections.

My Typical Layout:
- First period: Shoot offense from one end.
- Second period: Stay put and capture defense.
- Third period: Move for different angles.

Camera Settings for my R5:

Shooting Mode & Display
- Manual always
- Screen & viewfinder brightness set to the middle. If you have it any lower or higher, your images may end up over or underexposed.
- Viewfinder review disabled

Exposure & Metering
- Shutter speed at a minimum 800-1000 (depending on the age, you can go lower)
- Aperture f/2.8 or lower
- Center weight metering with +1/3 exposure compensation (ice reflects light, so the camera may try to darken & you don’t want to accidentally overexpose)

Autofocus & White Balance
- Servo AF with a mixture of cast 1, 3, & 4
- 1-point AF, zone AF & set to detect people
- Personally, I like back button focus, but with mirrorless cameras and lenses consistently autofocusing, it’s not as necessary (although I have this disabled in my camera)
- The only auto I will ever use is picture style and white balance. However, if the ice appears too warm or cool, adjust accordingly.

Shooting Preferences
- I only shoot JPEG + max FPS.
- I have one dial to control the shutter and for the ISO for quick changes if need be.

Additional Tips:
- Bring extra batteries. Cold rinks can drain batteries faster than usual.
- If the rink has portholes, confirm the height beforehand so you can sit comfortably during the game.
- If you’re shooting for a team, pre-load captions or notes into your metadata so you can quickly tag players post-game.
- Some rinks have a green tint in the glass so be prepared to adjust in post.
- While editing be mindful of over-brightening the ice. Too much exposure correction can wash out important details.
- If shooting for social media, crop tighter to emphasize key moments, but leave room for overlays or graphics if needed.

Hockey photography is all about preparation and adaptability. Use these tips to maximize your shots, and don’t be afraid to experiment!

#hockey #sportphotography #womeninsports

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## Credits

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| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Alana Dackiw | @livingitdigital | https://gondola.cc/livingitdigital | Photographer |
| Alana Dackiw | @livingitdigital | https://gondola.cc/livingitdigital | Social Media Manager |
| Alana Dackiw | @livingitdigital | https://gondola.cc/livingitdigital | Digital Creator |
| Alana Dackiw | @livingitdigital | https://gondola.cc/livingitdigital | Social Media Specialist |

## Tags

hockey, womeninsports, sportphotography

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