Michael Glass, Half Time (DOCO 2025)

I am the photographer for the University of Queensland 'Red Heavies' rugby union team. I usually take photographs of the action on the field, but last year, on a whim, I decided to shoot some portraits of the players listening to the coach's halftime address. This series of portraits captures the essence of the 2024 season, exploring the subtle shifts in light and atmosphere. One is able to get a sense of the coaches words by looking at the expressions on the faces of the players. For the record, after a poor start to the season, the 'Heavies' were able to make the finals, falling in the final game before the grand final.

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