October 17, 2008
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2008 Chicago Marathon
Date: 10.12.2008 | Location: Old Town, Chicago
A big "THANKS" goes out to Don Boardman for inviting me to capture the 2008 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. It was incredible to capture thousands of runners competing with themselves and against the clock for bragging rights.
A BIG congratulations goes out to the thousands of runners who finished the dreadfully long (26 miles) marathon!!! I'm a little envious of the finishers because I have a desire to run one. But my spirit is weak and I can only run for three miles before I break down in tears. On a side note... This past Sunday was a busy Sunday for me and I had a blast being busy all day long. I woke up at 6 a.m. to shoot (photos, not pot shots) the marathon until noon, and in the evening I hooked up with a great couple for an engagement shoot. I have to admit, it was thrilling to be as busy as Bob and Kenny. I'm addicted and I want more!
It was a beautiful morning for a marathon. We're both hanging around and waiting for the "herd."
Before the lead runners, we witnessed wheelchair racing. The determination to compete and finish a marathon in a wheelchair is unbelievable to witness.
My new hero!
"Can you please slow down and wait for us?!?!" - Guy Runners
I feel a little claustrophobic when I look at this picture.
He wore what?!
What did he do?! 
WoW! 
Yes, this Xanga blog is number one! Thanks!
I'm still in disbelief with his outfit. But I love his smiling baguette!
I fooled myself into thinking I was on assignment for Fleet Feet Sports, and I tried different angles to include the company's logo with the runners. Thank you Elizabeth at Fleet Feet for the opportunity to capture the marathon at Fleet Feet's corner!
Fleet Feet graciously entertained the runners with an Elvis impersonator, and Elvis definitely worked his hips to keep the runners' spirits high. This guy had a little too much spirit.
My favorite costume at the marathon, and my other hero. How can you NOT applaud this man for integrating four superheroes into one outfit and for his impeccable taste? What do you get when you combine the Green Lantern, Superman, Batman, and Obama? Super Obaternsubaman!!!
"Doc, I have this pounding headache! It won't stop and nothing helps." - The Ground
I went low like "down-low" Kristie and I think I captured a shot that no other photographer took.
Sometimes being an adult sucks! I want to go back to being young again, and have the freedom to play with a sword balloon to battle intergalactic aliens because that is what little kids should be doing.
Thanks Don for the invite and introducing me to marathon photography! Guess which one is Don? (Answer: elddiM)
The gear I carried around for the marathon: Nikon D200, 12-24mm f/4, 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6, and 50m f/1.8. I took over 800 images and afterwards, I enjoyed over 400 of my images. I submitted 100 pictures to Fleet Feet and narrowed it down to 14 pictures for Xanga. A little F.Y.I.
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Comments (5)
As always u keep my attention when u write yer comments....great images james...so happy u had a blast my friend.....wish u were going to nyc next week!!!!!!!!!
nice pics... decided to check out your xanga our lunch today. not too shabby.
@KBPhot - Thanks Kristie! I'm going to be the first to leave you a comment when you get your blog up and running. Do you need any help with setting up your blog?
I really want to travel to NYC, Florida, Vegas for all the conferences and workshops, but my life is not that glamorous. Have a great time and safe travels!
@hairy_bagel - Thanks Hans aka hairy bagel! Enjoying your username. Lunch was fun!
nice marathon photos!! thanks for dropping by!! wish you all the best with your photographic journey!!
@scottrobert - WooooW!!! I can't believe you visited my little blog and dropped a comment. Thanks Scott! You probably don't remember me from WPPI, but it was great to finally meet you. Take care!
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