3 Sure-Fire Tips For Stunning 4th of July Photos

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Is there a better time of the year than the 4th of July? Of course, everyone loves Christmas and the Holiday season...
Halloween has become a major Holiday...
but the 4th, it's something special.
For one, it's a Holiday every American can celebrate, regardless of religious affiliation.
It unites us in our belief that our freedoms give us the greatest opportunities in the world.
Plus, it's a time when families come together with virtually no stress at all.
There aren't any presents to buy, no costumes to make (unless you really want to dress up as Uncle Sam!).
It's really all about fun, food, and fireworks! And whether you're an avid shutterbug or somebody who hardly touches a camera, the 4th of July provides countless photo opportunities no matter what your skill level.
You'll want to make the most of your shots, however.
After all, unlike Christmas or Halloween, 4th of July fun only happens on the 4th - very rarely are there big parties before or after.
And even if you don't have a party to go to, you can still get a lot of great shots by just attending a local parade or fireworks display.
So to make every photo count, here are three tips to help you take stunning shots: Tip No.
1: For a big bang, zoom in.
You really can't overuse your zoom.
It will help you get the high impact shots -- the medium and close up shots.
And even when you're taking a big group shot, you can capture some candid moments as the people are getting lined up.
The same goes for a parade.
Certainly, you should get nice, full frame shots of floats - but the details that go into a float are most often what makes it interesting And if you see an adorable dog wearing a red, white and blue bandana and sunglasses, get as close in on that pooch as you can! The same goes for kids - nothing's cuter than a close up shot of a kid eating a melting ice cream cone.
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2: Keep your shutter clicking.
The beauty of digital photography is that you can take as many photos as you want.
But the reality is, only a certain percentage of those photos will be true "keepers.
" This is especially true even if you're taking photos of moderate-speed action.
The more you're shutter clicks, the more chance you have of capturing that special shot.
If the kids are playing in the backyard after the barbecue, burn off a few calories by getting out their with them and take as many pictures as possible.
Then, as you're catching your breath, go through the pictures you took and eliminate the ones that didn't turn out, right then and there.
This will help keep your memory card from getting full.
Some cameras have what is called "shutter lag.
" You push the shutter, then there's a delay before the shutter actually opens and closes.
If you have a camera like this, don't fret.
Simply time your shots -- anticipate the action.
For example, if a pick-up softball game starts, get great shots of the batter by timing your shutter with his or her swing.
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3: How to make sure they talk about your photos long after the fireworks are finished.
Taking photos of fireworks is tricky, but you can get some fantastic photos.
It's really not that complicated: If your camera has a "fireworks" setting, use it.
Same goes for a tripod - in fact, if you know someone who has a tripod and they aren't using it, borrow it.
No tripod? No worries.
Simply steady your camera on a railing or fence post.
Before you click the shutter, take a deep breath, and then don't breathe out until you hear the shutter close shut.
Of course, you should always look for kids with sparklers.
This can make for some really special photos.
Just be sure to select a setting that keeps the shutter open longer (1 to 4 seconds).
You'll achieve a dramatic streaming effect.
Just by following these simple tips, you can get some truly stunning photos this 4th of July - photos you'll be proud to share with family and friends.
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