Sacha Stejko, Photographer, Auckland

Description

The image features a male hockey player in action on an ice rink, spraying ice. The man is wearing a white and burgundy hockey uniform, skates, and a helmet. He holds a hockey stick in a position to strike a puck. The photograph is a wide shot, capturing the full figure of the player and a portion of the stadium seating in the background. The background has stadium lighting. The ice and surroundings are predominantly white and light blue, creating a cold and stark atmosphere. The image has a dramatic feel.