We live in a world that is constantly in motion. Some things move very quickly and can seem like a blur, but with photography, we can freeze time and get a better look at the action. Action photography is all about timing – being in the right place at the right time. It’s also important to be knowledgeable about what you’re shooting, so you know the best moment to take the shot.
In this article, we’ve rounded up 30 examples of perfectly timed action photography. To see larger versions of the photographs and to learn more about both the photograph and photographer, be sure to click on the images.
WOW! awesome collection 🙂
This is a stunning collection! None of these shots seem staged and some of them are quite hilarious. It would have been nice if you had included the title of the photographs so they could be referenced easier, though. #14 & #15 are my personal favorites. The expressions captured on the faces of the two boys playing volleyball in the mud and the man who seems to be loosing control of his cattle are priceless!
The talent to capture these images (and the expensive equipment sometimes) is amazing–or just pure luck! I always seem to lack the right lighting when I see a wonderful action shot, or notice it too late. …you really do have to anticipate these shots!
The one of the hornet and both the horses/birds fighting are amazing.
This is not volley-ball or beach volley! What the heck is this (highly physical)sport? Is it thai-kick-boxing-volley-soccer? Amazing!!
I’m with Philippe…what sport is this? I would love to see it in action!
Those are amazing photos.
Some impeccable pics there, espeically the one with the skater.
Wow, great collection! 29 is funny 🙂
I have always been a very big fan of photography and I must say, these are some awesome clicks that I have ever seen…
Thanx for sharing.
Looks like the karate chop pic has been tone mapped…?
Also, you forgot this one: https://tinyurl.com/p2ltv3
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quite a few incredible shots among these, a nice collection!
I’ve always loved this shot https://www.flickr.com/photos/andrewnemo/2410797783/
Absolutely breath taking collection. I’ve just seen a blog post with the same topic, but this one takes the cake.
perfect…
nice collections.., thumbs up WDL…
Awesome collection.
Totally Amanzing !
Wow! Not only are they perfectly timed, they’re also perfectly focused.
really great collection
Love the stone break picture!
nice shots!! 🙂
Great compilation. Thanks for inspiring. Keep it going.
The snowboard picture is really creative.
Wow Amazing !
Cool photos. Very good 🙂
Beautiful photos with high clarity. Thanks Henry!
I like no.3 the birds with good tones, congrats!
Great,just great,thanks for sharing!
These are INCREDIBLE! I especially like the one with the bullet skimmin the surface of the water.
What an amazing collection of images. The wasp photo was of particular interest, as today was spent ridding wasp nests from roof eaves.
These are amazing – especially the sports photos. The photo of the swimmer is phenomenal.
fantastic compilation!! I loved all of them!