Photos of a fireworks display that draw as many oohs and ahhhs as the show itself take skill and planning. Here are three tips for explosive images.
1) Choose your site carefully. Look for a location where you can include landmarks or reflections on water. Plant your tripod in a spot that will give you a clear view of the fireworks in front of you, not overhead. It should be free of lights, moon, branches, wires, and people’s heads. But don’t isolate yourself entirely—you may want to include a human element.
2) Figure out framing and focus. Flip your camera vertically, but …
