Seismic Ammo
Objective: Capture a 9mm 185 g. bullet discharging from the barrel with a velocity of 900- 1000 fps in perfect focus.
Camera: Canon EOS 5DS R
Lens: TS-E45mm f/2.8
Lighting: Einstein 640’s, Plasma Arc Flashes
Collaboration: Oleg Volk, Photographer; Matt Wilkes, Ballistics Engineer/ Inventor
Creating this promotional image for Seismic Ammo was a rewarding and highly technical project. Collaborating with two talented individuals, we captured an image of a bullet leaving the barrel with dramatic, sharp focus. Achieving this shot required extensive trial and error, precise timing, and carefully balanced lighting. The lighting itself was triggered by the sound of the weapon firing while rounds were discharged in a pitch black shooting range as we fine-tuned each element until we captured the bullet exactly as envisioned—in-frame, in focus, and perfectly lit.
This project was not only a creative challenge but also a pleasure to work on with two people who have an inherent disposition for patience, precision, and rigor. It’s always fulfilling to bring a vision to life with an exceptional team and to work with really niche, specialized equipment to achieve that perfect shot.
