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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. A short tutorial in the photo captions will help you capture the rockets' red glare this Fourth of July.  

Equipment needed:

  • 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

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