Laurel poses for shooters on the Scott Kelby Photowalk in Tucson, Arizona. Image © Jain Lemos.

Thanks to Twitter, I learned about Scott Kelby and his Worldwide Photowalk. This was the Second Annual, held on Saturday, July 18. I joined the morning group in Tucson led by Barney Streit, who did a fantastic job of organizing everything.

Laurel poses for shooters on the Scott Kelby Photowalk in Tucson, Arizona. Image © Jain Lemos.

Laurel was one of the several models who came along and withstood the heat. I like these calm, “chalky” images of her.

I also want to give a shout out to the 2009 National Championship Synergy Twirling Team. I came across their practice during the walk and had a great time shooting these terrific twirlers. My shot with the baton in the air is my favorite. I like how the twirler with her hand on her hip has the light hitting her skin giving the cast of a baton.

A baton twirler from the 2009 National Championship Synergy Twirling Team practices in downtown Tucson, AZ. Image © Jain Lemos.

Those of us participating on the official list were invited to upload our two best photos. Barney has made his final selection, which is this shot from Francis M. Tan. Congratulations, Fran! The Photowalk is Social Networking at its best: We get to play outside, search for photo ops scavenger hunt style, meet new folks and share visions—all with a little friendly competition added in to keep us on our toes.

Baton twirlers from the 2009 National Championship Synergy Twirling Team practice in downtown Tucson, AZ. Image © Jain Lemos.