You photographed fireworks – now what?
Bob Coates
We all love to get out to try and capture the spectacle of fireworks during the Fourth of July holiday. Sometimes we do better than others. And, sometimes we’ve done
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Fourth of July
Happy Fourth of July, from Photofocus!
Bryan Esler
On this date in 1776, the Declaration of Independence of the United States was declared. 243 years later, we’re celebrating America’s birthday in the way we know how — with
Portrait Tips: Sparkler portraits
Levi Sim
Photographing fireworks is one of the most fun things you can do on the Fourth of July — but it’s also a great way to ruin your family fun. While
Four creative techniques for photographing fireworks
Mike Hagen
Fireworks photography is a great way to get your creative juices flowing. The traditional approach for shooting fireworks is to set your camera on a tripod and open the shutter
Creating Dynamic Portraits with Sparklers
Levi Sim
Happy Independence Day! You’ve got a terrific opportunity to make some fun portraits with fireworks. Kids love sparklers, and when you show them what you can do with sparklers, flash
Happy Independence Day from Photofocus plus Photographing Fireworks
Kevin Ames
It’s our country’s birthday and we are celebrating right along will all of our fellow Americans and visitors too! As we honor the founding of the United States, the Photofocus
When Sparks Fly: Fireworks Photos Re-Imagined
Steven Inglima
It’s that time of year when we anticipate the joy of seeing magnificent displays of aerial pyrotechnic art. Fireworks are among the most visually arresting spectacles of light we can
Fast & Easy Tips for Photographing Fireworks this Fourth of July
Erin Holmstead
The fourth of July is my favorite holiday because of fireworks! I grew up in Lousiville, Kentucky and they have this event called Thunder Over Lousiville. It’s the kick-off event
Creating One-of-a-Kind Fireworks with Olympus Live Composite
Photofocus Team
Editor’s Note: We welcome Jamie MacDonald, an Olympus Visionary and Vanguard Pro living in Michigan. With a focus on nature and wildlife, Jamie says his motivations are to connect viewers
Create Your Own Fireworks Grand Finale
Bryan Esler
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
A Complete Guide to Photographing Fireworks
Rich Harrington
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. The folks at Macphun also
Fireworks! Bring Out Your Colors
Kevin Ames
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
Post July 4th Firework Images
Howard Pinsky
July 4th has come and gone, and if you’re like me, the fireworks are an excuse to whip out the camera, and go outside! Here are a few of my
10 Tips for Photographing Fireworks Displays
Nicole S. Young
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,
Firework Photography Tips
Rich Harrington
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