Capturing fireworks successfully…

I have never shot fireworks successfully, so when I headed out last night to shoot, Luis had already done some research for me so I had an idea what to try.

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I set the camera, Canon Rebel T3, with a Canon 20 mm lens, on the tripod using manual mode, 4′ shutter speed, 100 ISO, f/11.

I took some of the photos with a 20′ shutter speed. 

These are fireworks put on by the summer residents here in Balsam, and they are gorgeous against the mountains. 

Basically, these are right in our back yard…no traffic or crowds.

I had to bring a jacket because it was so cold!

But it was well worth it. 

There was no post editing involved.

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8 Comments

  1. Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things
    July 5, 2014 / 4:39 pm

    You did a wonderful job capturing the fireworks! How beautiful Anita.

  2. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLR
    July 6, 2014 / 1:58 am

    These are beautiful, Anita! There is a big Family Fourth celebration in a park, a few blocks from our home. It ends with the fireworks display every year. We just take our lawn chairs out front; and get a prime view! Like you…no crowds, no traffic! Hope you're having a great weekend!

  3. Custom Comforts
    July 6, 2014 / 3:01 am

    Very, very pretty! You captured them perfectly Anita.
    Cindy

  4. deb
    July 6, 2014 / 2:59 pm

    Amazing!!

  5. Shirley@Housepitality Designs
    July 7, 2014 / 1:49 am

    Wow..you got some great shots!!!….What a beautiful display of fireworks right outside your back door!!!

  6. Creations By Cindy
    July 7, 2014 / 12:54 pm

    I would say you captured the fireworks quite well my dear! Hugs and blessings, Cindy

  7. Terri
    July 8, 2014 / 3:39 pm

    Gorgeous !!!!! Perfect Capture!!!

  8. Unknown
    July 9, 2014 / 4:44 am

    What amazing shots!
    Just gorgeous!
    ~Liz