Finalists in the Franklin Invitational stand for the singing of the National Anthem before their matches on Jan. 18, 2014 at Franklin High School.

Nathan Ganey, left, of Sparrows Point, works against Nick Villa, right, of Arundel during their 106 pound weight bout match at the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

Nathan Ganey, bottom, of Sparrows Point, tries to escape Nick Villa, top, of Arundel during their 106 pound weight bout match at the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

Josh Kendrick, of Mt. Hebron waits in between periods during his 113 pound weight bout match at the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

Randy Watson of Sparrows Point waits in between periods during his 113 pound weight bout match at the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

Anthony Genco of Hereford celebrates after defeating Ben Montanve, not pictured, of Franklin during the final match of the 126 pound weight bout at the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

David Hollingsworth, left, of Owings Mills tries to break away from Nick Montanve, right, of Franklin during their 132 pound weight bout match up at the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

Samen Boulos, left, of Centennial struggles to get up while Connor Strunk, right, of Mt. Hebron celebrates after winning their 152 pound weight bout match at the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

Samen Boulos, front, of Centennial tries to escape Connor Strunk, back, of Mt. Hebron during their 152 pound weight bout match at the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

Samen Boulos, front, of Centennial tries to escape Connor Strunk, back, of Mt. Hebron during their 152 pound weight bout match during the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

Dylan Gray, left, of Hereford, breaks away from Eric Marrin, right, of Sparrows Point during their 160 pound weight bout match at the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

Billy Hess, back of Hereford throws Malcolm Johnson, front, of North County in their 195 pound weight bout match at the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

Billy Hess, back of Hereford controls Malcolm Johnson, front, of North County in their 195 pound weight bout match at the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

Malik Smith of North County walks off the mat after his 182 pound weight bout match at the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

Malik Smith, right, of North County walks off the mat while Joe Miller, left, of Hereford is recognized as the winner after their 182 pound weight bout match at the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

Ryan Hassan of Mt. Hebron returns to the the mat after defeating Necho Freeman, left, of Western Tech at the end of their 220 pound weight bout match at the Franklin Invitational on Jan. 18, 2014.

Let There Be Light

January 18, 2014

Tonight I had the opportunity to cover the Franklin Invitational wrestling finals.

This was the first time I have been able to photograph a wrestling match underneath a spot light.

To say it was my favorite wrestling assignment would be an accurate statement. Being able to capitalize off of the nice lighting spoiled me and I cannot wait for the next opportunity I have with the same conditions.

Clean backgrounds and dramatically lit athletes led to some very nice images, overall I was very happy with my take.

Until next time, take care!