[geeknerd99]

(I realized that video applies too, but I'd already written the bulk of the post before I did. Photographer = Video Camera too from here on out.)

This idea is just a little bit off the wall, but bear with me here.

When I covered the VCU regional from on the field, I consistently ended up shooting beside a few other photographers of varying degrees of experience. As the regional went on, a sort of informal media group formed, which was readily observant during the awards ceremonies, when a small pack of photographers assembled in one spot. This was because we had the opportunity to converse in the downtime between rounds and help each other scope out good angles. Other tips and tricks were exchanged as well, and after the regional had ended, I felt that I had actually learned something while shooting on field.

Now, with Atlanta on the way, I'm gearing up my equipment even more heavily than VCU, as covering Atlanta is going to be a much greater prospect than VCU is. I assume that, like last year, a media pass is going to be issued to each team, which allows a person to travel about (safely, of course) on the main floor to cover whatever they need to. I assume that most teams will be taking some advantage of this while in Atlanta.

What I'd like to do is assemble a pack of photographers in the large courtyard outside each day to discuss things that they've noticed while shooting, and other basic observations. Things like finding the color temperature and good angles to shoot from would be nice things to bring up.

How hard would it be to assemble a group of photographers once daily while in Atlanta? All are invited, regardless of equipment, experience, team, or anything. Even people not on field can come, as obviously I'm not going to spend the whole day on the field.

Daniel