In celebration of completing the Apple Run 15K Road Race yesterday at LaFayette, New York, some runners picked a family member as they approached the finish line. Made for memorable photographs.
A father picks up his son for the last few meters of the Apple Run 15K Road Race in LaFayette, New York.
Nikon D700/70-200VR, 1/1000s, f/3.2, ISO 200, EV +0.6, 200mm focal length.
This mother brought her whole crew with her as she hit the finish line at the Apple Run 15K Road Race in LaFayette, New York.
Nikon D700/70-200VR, 1/1000s, f/2.8, ISO 360, EV +0.6, 75mm focal length.
Mom and Dad pick up their son as they head to the finish line at the Apple Run 15K Road Race in LaFayette, New York.
Nikon D700/70-200VR, 1/1000s, f/2.8, ISO 280, EV +0.6, 200mm focal length.
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Love the expressions you captured here!
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As I was taking photo after photo of runners finishing the race, these moments were like rays of sunshine. The kids loved being included.
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It’s Thanksgiving here in Canada. What wonderfully appropriate photos. Tired parents smiling joyfully as they carry their children across the finish line.
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Happy Thanksgiving! These were wonderful moments of joy for both the parents and their kids.
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The first and last shots are great capturing joy and excitement of running 🙂
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Thanks, Truels!
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That’s a real upper, Scott – good storytelling.
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Downers suck, Gerry. Hope they put a smile on your face and a spring in your step.
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It’s really nice to see the kids with their parents at the finish line!
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Thanks, Terry! I have been photographing this event for the last three years and this is the first time parents have done this. It was really fun to see the parent and kid’s expressions heading towards the finish line.
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