location-photo
camera
len
Sony Alpha 1
Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM Lens
Shutter Speed
1/800 sec
Aperture
f/2.8
Focal Length
200mm
ISO
400

Al Bayt Stadium

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@rkrkrk
Al Bayt Stadium, with its bold red and black seats, is the location for the FIFA World Cup 2022. Spectators from all around the world will flock to the massive arena to watch their favorite athletes play to win, but until then, you can capture an eye-catching image with a single model in the shot.

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Easy
Accessbility
Public Location

Hours

Anytime

Fee

Free

Pack

  • Telephoto lens (200mm)
  • Tripod
  • Model

How to get there

N25° 39' 08.1835"E51° 29' 13.9487"
This image was taken inside Al Bayt Stadium, which is in Al Khor. The best way to get to this location is to drive or take a car. If you are driving, there will be an ample amount of parking spots available, either in the East Side Stadium Parking (25.651758, 51.493398) or in the North Side Stadium Parking (25.657251, 51.487756). Enter the stadium through the main entrance and then reference the GPS coordinates to see where I stood for this shot. For reference, I stood on the west side of the building and took the photo of the model standing across the way on the east side.

Tips

When to go

Best season

All months

Best time

Morning, Mid-day, Late afternoon
You can photograph the interior of the Al Bayt Stadium during any month of the year, as long as there isn't a game being played.
Visit during the day when there's enough light piercing the stadium so you can get a crisp, bright image.

Field tips

The stadium is huge, so having a zoom lens (>200mm) is a must since you'll be on the opposite side of the seats from your model.
Try to use a tripod at this location. It'll help with stability.
Symmetry is one of the most important aspects of this photo and there so many symmetrical ways you can frame your shot. I chose to align myself and my model with the middle section of the seats.

Current weather

Al Khor
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Blue Hour

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Sunrise

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Golden Hour

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Sunset

13:44
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Do nearby

Adjacent to the stadium is Al Bayt Stadium Park. Explore the outdoor area and take in the sights.

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