A day in the life of an event photographer

Getting the right shots at a high profile event requires more than just turning up and snapping away. The Air & Style, one of snowboarding's oldest and most prestigious competitions, is one such event where capturing the winning stunt in the best possible manner is crucial.

German photographer Richard Walch who was at the most recent Air & Style in December 2009, tells us how to prepare, which lens to use when and how to make sure you get everything covered.