Sam Wright, Photographer, New York

Description

A medium shot captures a group of motocross racers speeding along a dirt track, enveloped in a cloud of dust and smoke. The racers are clad in protective gear, their helmets and brightly colored jerseys adding pops of color against the muted tones of the dirt and background. The angle is eye-level. The riders are on their bikes, the bodies leaning into the turns, illustrating the dynamism of the race. Visible numbers identify them. A blue plume of smoke erupts behind the bikes, perhaps due to acceleration. The background is blurred, conveying the speed of the race, but onlookers are vaguely visible. The overall feel is intense.