DIEGO García

Athlete / Boat :
Event :
Gran Canaria World Cup
Location :
Gran Canaria
About the shot :
A windsurfer is caught mid-air in a dramatic jump, the colorful sail slicing through the deep blue sky while the sun explodes into a starburst above. Water droplets sparkle like diamonds around the athlete, frozen in time at the peak of action. The shot was captured on ,analog film, Fujichrome Velvia 50, a slide film known for its vibrant colors and sharp detail—perfect for amplifying the energy and intensity of the moment.
I chose this picture because it captures the essence of why I love shooting watersports: pure energy, color, and unpredictability. The moment is wild and chaotic, yet perfectly frozen—an athlete suspended between sea and sky, with nature adding its own light show. Shooting it on film added an extra layer of magic: the saturated colors, fine grain, and the anticipation of not knowing exactly what I had until the slides came back. For me, it’s not just about documenting a sport, but about sharing that rush of adrenaline and beauty that makes you feel alive.
Camera :
NIKON F3, 24Mm, ISO 50, FUJICHROME VELVIA, f11 , 1/1600