Fireworks shows are amazing spectacles. The bright lights, the loud noises and the “ooohs” and “aaahs” from the crowd all combine to create an intense experience. Unfortunately photographs of fireworks usually aren’t anything close to the real thing. Here are 7 essential tips for making the best firework photographs.
1) Tripod & Remote Release
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Sunset on Sullivan’s Island is always spectacular. I had been visiting this spot numerous times and tracking the sunset using The Photographer’s Ephemeris (http://photoephemeris.com/ – You need to use this) waiting until the sunset directly in line with this pier of rocks. These have been setup to prevent erosion. Although it looks […]
“Intricate”
Rough Ridge detail, BRP, NC
A couple of delicate wild mushrooms grow vertically up the side of a tree clinging to the moss. Yes that green stuff is moss. These mushrooms are really really tiny. After some research on varieties of mushrooms I am pretty sure these are either deadly poisonous or have incredible psychotropic […]
John and I ventured out to Lake Moultrie to capture these incredible cypress trees in the water. The water levels were nice and high and the sun was setting at a great angle to the trees which made for excellent conditions. We got there early and made our way down the dirt […]
I went out to the beach as Tropical Storm Andrea came overhead. I had heard that the swells would be 8+ feet and I had to see that. We always get an influx of surfers and it makes for some excellent entertainment even in a little rain. The wind was howling […]
“Solitude is a place of purification” – Martin Buber
A lone cypress tree stands still as the sun sets over the waters at Lake Moultrie.
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Magnolia Plantation & Gardens was one of the highlights on a highlight studded workshop back in April and the gardens did not disappoint.
The glow from my LED powered headlamp generated a circle of calming blueish light as I walked on in high anticipation.
Squelch!
My boot sank out of sight and my leg disappeared up to the knee…
Luckily, I was carrying my tripod and I slammed in down to avoid falling in completely. After an intense struggle, I […]
Moraine Park, Colorado
Swirling mists and clouds are broken by the first rays of the sun spot lighting Longs Peak at 14200ft. Down in the valley, below the trees, the mist shrouded loud bugling from numerous Elk. Another 45 minutes later the light finally descended into the valley and the mist evaporated. Only then was […]
Copahee Sound
The sun ignites the sky casting it’s reflection in the calm creek waters.
Sometimes I feel like God has taken his paintbrush and flung it out on the world, creating these magical vistas. Incredible.
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