SPECIALITY

Claes Axstål developed a unique technique to photograph large objects in full action with flash, everything from construction machines to big boats and even fighter jets. His action photography is done with medium format cameras to ensure the very best image quality.

In order to make his "Airborne Flash Photography" possible he had to commission and build his own flash equipment. The one of its kind with two flash heads and generators has a total weight of 250 kg. The flash equipment has undergone testing at Ericsson Microwave and approved by the Defense Material Admistration, "FMV", to be operated from inside aircrafts. The flash generates a massive power that can illuminate motifs at 200 meters distance. "You can lighten large vehicles almost as in a studio, says Claes Axstål.

"My goal is to capture the perfect picture even under the worst possible circumstances regarding weather and location"