ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Highmark Stadium was the location for Rochester Institute of Technology’s 37th Big Shot photography project, a unique large-scale art initiative that captures landmarks through creative light exposure.
The Big Shot project uses flashlights, strobes, and other light sources to "paint with light" during extended exposure photography. Previous locations for the project have included iconic sites such as Churchill Downs, the Alamo, and the Smithsonian Institution.
The resulting image from Highmark Stadium will be on display in the new stadium when it opens next season, showcasing both the stadium and RIT’s innovative approach to photography.
This project highlights the creative intersection of art and architecture, transforming Highmark Stadium into a glowing canvas for