Rusty Cole

Russell “Rusty” Cole’s passion for motorsport photography began at the 1983 IMSA Grand Prix of Miami, where he braved a severe rainstorm with his Minolta XG-1 to capture his first race. Though the event ended after just 34 laps, Rusty was hooked. His passion grew through years of attending IndyCar events and, in 2001, his first 12 Hours of Sebring. Armed with a Nikon N90 and later a Nikon D100, he began refining his craft and documenting the world of racing. Since then, Rusty has been a fixture at iconic circuits including Daytona, Road Atlanta, Watkins Glen, COTA, Road America, Laguna Seca, and Le Mans. His huge energy and cheeky humor make him a friend to the whole community.