Last weekend I spent time in Chicago for the Out of Chicago Conference. On my last night there, fellow author Levi Sim and myself hosted a photowalk for attendees. Our small group was able to check out the University Club, which overlooks Millennium Park, on Saturday night. And it was just in time for the Saturday night fireworks. With my new Vanguard Veo 2 tripod in tow, we made our way up to the balcony. Instead of focusing distinctly on the fireworks, I wanted to capture the environment around them. It was Pride Weekend in Chicago, and … [Read more...] about Create Your Own Fireworks Grand Finale
Fourth of July
A Complete Guide to Photographing Fireworks
Here is a complete guide to making great fireworks photos. I hope you can use this advice to make some great memories over the holiday. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFW4TLDDgMc The folks at Macphun also have a great sale on their software, a how-to video, and a bunch more cool stuff. I made an in-depth tutorial on postproduction and several presets. … [Read more...] about A Complete Guide to Photographing Fireworks
Making Great Photos of Fireworks
Today is the Fourth of July. A day that traditionally means fireworks in the United States. While you may or may not celebrate this holiday, summer is a season filled with fireworks. Sporting events, amusement parks, and national holidays... it's not a party until something explodes in the air. To help you make some great photos, we've gathered our favorite tips. These are just basic tips - this is not intended as an all-inclusive article, but rather a starting point. We hope you find something useful here. 1. Scout out and stake out your … [Read more...] about Making Great Photos of Fireworks
Fireworks! Bring Out Your Colors
Independence Day fireworks displays happen in a couple of days. An almost unimaginable number of photographs will be made of these blazing bursts of colorful light and smoke. Sadly, what we remember of these magnificently ephemeral moments just aren't what we see when the photographs are showing on monitors. If your photos from the upcoming Fourth aren't the dazzling finale you remember, read on! BTW my fellow Photofocus author Nicole Young has a great top ten tips on shooting fireworks article if you are planning a photography outing the … [Read more...] about Fireworks! Bring Out Your Colors
How to Make Great Photos of Fireworks
Today is the Fourth of July. A day that traditionally means fireworks in the United States. While you may or may not celebrate this holiday, summer is a season filled with fireworks. Sporting events, amusement parks, and national holidays... it's not a party until something explodes in the air. We've updated our post on shooting fireworks. These are just basic tips - this is not intended as an all-inclusive article, but rather a starting point. We hope you find something useful here. 1. Scout out and stake out your favorite spot early. … [Read more...] about How to Make Great Photos of Fireworks
10 Tips for Photographing Fireworks Displays
Saturday is Independence Day in the United States, and a large percentage of people will be out celebrating. One very traditional part of July 4th is watching large fireworks displays, and many of you will be out with your camera tomorrow evening. Here are a few tips to help you get some great fireworks photographs: 1. Use a tripod You need to make sure that your camera is as still and stable as possible to get the best shots, and a sturdy tripod is the best way to do that. If you're unsure of your tripod's stability, or if you know it can be a … [Read more...] about 10 Tips for Photographing Fireworks Displays
Firework Photography Tips
Today is the Fourth of July. A day that traditionally means fireworks in the United States. While you may or may not celebrate this holiday, summer is a season filled with fireworks. Sporting events, amusement parks, and national holidays... it's not a party until something explodes in the air. We've updated our post on shooting fireworks. These are just basic tips - this is not intended as an all-inclusive article, but rather a starting point. We hope you find something useful here. 1. Scout out and stake out your favorite spot early. … [Read more...] about Firework Photography Tips
