Public Safety Photos - Lexington County EMS

I spent last week up in Lexington photographing the annual update for Lexington County EMS.  This is something we do every year, to keep them up to date.  I will be changing out pictures in a custom frame that we built to showcase each employee in their respective positions on their shift.  This frame is about 54" tall, and 60" wide.  

This is a sample of the update we made last year.  This year we will be reorganizing, as Lexington has made some changes in their structure.  We have redesigned a mat to fit the new structure which will fit in the existing frame.  


A new addition to our services this year is the design and printing of albums and books.  I made a sample album from last year's photo update with Lexington.  

Lexington County EMS by Hunter Eisele Photography

This book has been made available for order.  This year we plan to collaborate with Lexington to make a complete book that represents all that they do.  I look forward to working on this project to see what we can create!


During this year's photo update we had a very busy week!  We photographed all four shifts of employees, and administration, in two days.  That's about 125 people!  


For this project, I use a portable studio set-up.  Lexington likes the grey background.  I use a simple 3 light strobe set-up, fired remotely by pocket wizard transceivers.  

This makes for a nice, evenly lit headshot that keeps consistent results for each person.  This studio is able to be set up in a short amount of time, in almost any location!  This shot above was taken in the bay of Lexington County's Operations Center, a convenient location to get all of the employees photos.  


Thanks to Lexington EMS for their cooperation on this project!  I'll post finished pictures of the new frame once it is finished!


In the midst of the hectic schedule we kept last week, I was able to sit down and catch a quick self portrait with a remote to show what this lighting looks like!  :)

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2011 SC EMS Memorial Bike Ride

For those of you who don't know, in addition to being a photographer I am a Paramedic for Charleston County EMS.  The field of EMS is a close knit group of people, most of which are very passionate about our career.  It goes without saying that it is very difficult to lose one of our own, especially in the line of duty.

Last year, through the SC EMS PIER Team, the South Carolina EMS Memorial Bike Ride was established.  This ride was designed to memorialized those who we have lost in EMS in the state, to raise awareness of the dangers EMS personnel face everyday protecting our citizens, and to promote a healthy lifestyle in the EMS community.

Riders setting out on the third day heading to Myrtle Beach.
The names of those we are memorializing are listed on the ground.

The first year, 4 riders set out on a nearly 200 mile journey from the SC State House in Columbia, to the opening ceremony of the EMS Symposium in Myrtle Beach.  This year, support grew, and 18 riders committed to making the journey.  Most riders were from in state, but we even had friends from Virginia, Indiana, and Pennsylvania come ride with us.

Blood, sweat, and tears were given by the riders over the three day journey from Columbia to Myrtle Beach.  It was a truly inspiring event to see these folks come together and accomplish this goal for themselves, and everyone in EMS.

Riders arriving at the State House

Every rider had a great feeling of accomplishment

                      

















Check out the South Carolina EMS Memorial Bike Ride's website here, or visit them on Facebook here. If you want to see the full set of pictures from this year's ride, you can see them on my website or Facebook Page! Follow me on Twitter!

As this year's ride just ended, we are beginning the planning for next year.  We anticipate growth, so any support would be greatly appreciated!




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