When the Boston Red Sox became the 2013 World
Champion I turned on the TV to watch the game as many sport fans in Boston and
around New England. At the same moment the TV camera was moving slowly from the
Green Monster, across the bleachers towards the Pesky Pole. The
camera stopped when it hit the Prudential Center which was lit up with a Go
Sox message to the players and fans around the globe. The folks from the Pru often support the local sport teams in their
playoff runs and I was able to capture a similar image years ago - I went back
many times only to find the landmark not shine in Boston Strong colors and
light. Of course I heard the calling as a Boston skyline photographer and
headed out almost instantly. Originally I was planning to capture this unique
cityscape image from Memorial Drive because I figured parking would be a major
issue around Commonwealth Avenue – man, how was I wrong. There were multiple
open spots and I took the best one in the house. It took a couple of minutes to
get on location and after setting up tripod and camera gear I instantly started
shooting. A lot of people were out and about, crossing over from
Cambridge to Boston and vice versa. Everybody was in good spirit and hopes that
this night belonged to the Boston Red Sox. Many stopped to chat and take their
own picture. A few told me the score and I remember that they were already up
by 4. When I left the location I think the Bo Sox were up by 6 and as one could
easily figure out that this was the night. The crowd was increasing by the
seconds and streaming towards Kenmore Square and Fenway Park. It was a fabulous
night and experience! I made it back shortly after 10 and caught the rest of
the game and celebration on TV. After this year’s Boston marathon bombing this
was a welcoming gift of joy to the city of Boston and New England - I think it
may have provided some healing following this devastating tragedy. Needless to
say that I had to photograph the Red Sox Rally the following Saturday – a blast
all around!
Good light and happy photo making! Happy Day,
Juergen
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