Community Corner
How to Photograph Fireworks
A Patch photographer gives advice on capturing the sparkle in the sky.
Capturing fireworks on camera is a challenge that can be mastered easily with the right equipment and settings on your camera.
If you are planning on attending the here is a short tutorial to help you capture the rockets' red glare this Fourth of July and have great memories to enjoy for years to come.
Equipment needed:
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- Camera: Either point-and-shoot or an SLR.
- Tripod: To keep the camera steady and prevent motion blur.
- Flashlight: To see the camera settings in the dark.
- Wireless Trigger: Not necessary, but it helps to prevent camera shake.
For a complete listing of fireworks shows in the north and northwest Chicago suburbs,
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