One of the most mental sports out there, poker requires a lot of skill and concentration on the part of the player, no matter how much competitors try not to reveal their emotions so as not to influence the outcome of the match, as much as they often cannot contain themselves and exciting moments occur throughout the tournaments. And, of course, it’s a full plate for photographers.
Surprise, victory, relief and other features. Few people photograph poker in the world as well as Joe Giron. He is a celebrity on the field and an expert at capturing unforgettable moments in various tournaments around the world.
- Girón’s photography form is a little different from most others.
- An experienced professional.
- Has long worked in the world of music.
- Which has given him another way to see poker.
- In addition.
- He has extensive experience in magazines and other areas.
- He says the secret of the musical side is to look for the smallest details that can tell a complete action.
- And that can make a difference when the quality of the photo depends a lot on the ideal movement.
- That’s exactly what you do when you work with card games.
Covering the most important tournaments in the world since 2005, Girón is also one of the most experienced professionals with many stories to tell. With this baggage, respect is great.
Since its inception 11 years ago, photography has evolved steadily with the advent of technology, and Giron says this also applies to poker. According to the photographer, technology must go hand in hand with the professional and being open to new options is always an advantage. you can’t ignore that.
“I think I’m very well received by teammates and players. I think that’s largely related to the quality of the work I do. I walked into business as a recognized, stabilized professional, he wasn’t just a professional with a camera trying to make a name for me.
Respect for Girón only increased after winning the biggest prize of his career since he began covering the sport. The Poker Content Of the Year Award is one of the most coveted prizes for photographers, and won the latest edition in style.
And he won this trophy for his work in an edition of the World Series of Poker in July. The great moments captured the march of Daniel Negreanu. The player is one of the biggest stars of card games, and is even recognized as one of the great champions. In 1998, for example, at just 23 years old, he became the youngest player to win a World Series bracelet. Following closely the Canadian’s trajectory was even more special because of his status.
Negreanu was very excited during his tournament career and could not hide his displeasure when he was eliminated in the main event and finished 11th overall.
“It was sensational. He fell to the ground after the elimination and produced an incredible photo. This image describes all the feelings included. “
These are images like this that Giron expects in every tournament, but it’s not an easy task. Tournaments can last for hours and there is no way to sit in a fixed place waiting for the best angle. Because it is a skill sport that takes place at the table, you need to move all the time in search of the best side and the best position to take the ideal photo.
In addition to being very active in tournaments, getting to know the sport is also an advantage that you know how to use in your favor. Girón trains whenever he can, mainly with friends, in Las Vegas. Knowing what’s happening at the table is critical to anticipating. the next moves of the players and wait for the right angle.
Known as the “golden eye of poker,” Girón hopes to stay in the game for a long time. More photos like Negreanu’s are yet to come, and they add nicely to his vast collection of more than a decade in the sport.
Photographing poker is an art, and no one better than Girón to be the spokesperson for this company, his work is inspiring for other professionals and 2017 will be another year on the photographer’s agenda.