May 28, 2011 I traveled down Washington Pike to make photographs of the matches of Tennessee Extreme Wrestling. I was thrilled to arrive and discover that the venue was outdoors. The natural light adds an element of interest when I photograph wrestlers around sunset and continue into the evening. The blending of my harsh flash with the open existing light makes the scene even more surreal to me.
After the event ended, I remained and watched and photographed the ring be dismantled and packed away. Some were owners and family and others were the wrestlers. These following images were made around 11P.M. and everyone seemed exhausted...
Deconstruction
Denouement
Valediction
