Photographing Fireworks

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Location, Location, Location! This has never been more true than when taking digital photographs featuring fireworks. As in any other focus of digital photography, when shooting fireworks, composition is key. Before the display begins, find the angle that will offer you an unobstructed view of the upcoming fireworks. Having people in front of your camera cannot work under any circumstance and avoid it at all costs.

Streetlights will fade out and shadow the fire works without a doubt, therefore avoid streetlamps as best as possible. The vantage point from a boat can create beautiful results using the reflection from calm waters. Basically determining the best possible angle while keeping in mind the desire for less light, few people and accessibility, you too can achieve an ‘illuminating’ firework photo.

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