SUMMARY
The practice of athletes taking on photographer roles at professional sporting events is drawing criticism. While athletes like Mikaela Shiffrin and Suni Lee have been given media access to photograph games, this trend is seen by some as taking limited spots away from aspiring or professional photographers who have invested heavily in their craft. The author suggests that instead of replacing professionals, athletes should collaborate with experienced sports photographers, creating a mentorship opportunity that benefits both disciplines and highlights the skill involved in photography.
TAKEAWAYS
Athletes are increasingly taking on photographer roles at professional sports events.
This trend raises concerns about displacing professional photographers.
Collaboration between athletes and professional photographers is proposed as a better alternative.
The author argues for recognizing photography as a skilled discipline requiring practice and technical expertise.