Shooting lightning is a little like fishing. I set up my camera and open my lens with the remote waiting for a bite. There is a lot of waiting involved. There are a lot of hits that get away because they are out of the frame. But when I catch "one" it is a moment not unlike catching a fish. I dance around and can not wait to get it inside for a better look. And once in a great while, you get the "big one!" Here are a couple that did not get away.
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WOw...that last one totally took over and lit up the sky. Beautiful!! I imagine your euphoria at capturing the lighting would be akin to a rain dance!
ReplyDeleteWow nice shots! I'm jealous....I've tried a few times to get some lightning shots and didn't get anything worth while. Florida gets plenty of lightning, so I'll have plenty of other chances though!
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Harold B Photography
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patience has paid off, the "fish" is simply magnificent!
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Isabella
Love the first one, particularly!Gorgeous shots!
ReplyDeleteGlad you like my "fishin'".
ReplyDeleteHarold, I hear Florida is the lightning capital. Go for it!
Beautiful picture!
ReplyDeleteWell whatever you were using for bait worked ;-0)
ReplyDeleteFirst is verrrrry nice! greetings from poland!:)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pics. Like the first one! :)
ReplyDeleteCool!! I love lightening shots and these are wonderful! I especially love the first one! Great capture, Julie.
ReplyDeleteLightning takes patience. Probably also a bit of courage. You have both, and the results are definitely worth it.
ReplyDeleteFishing, Cool! Not sure I would have the patience!
ReplyDeleteLove your photographs!
Exellent. My attempts at lightning are always a dismal failure
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful view you had of the lightening storm and excellent photos as a result! That last one looks like the lightening bolt is hitting my office back in Greeley!
ReplyDeleteJulie, what great shots - worth the wait. I especially love the first one.
ReplyDeletePeace, Judi
The lightining shots are amazing. I once caught a storm, an hour north from Dallas, one of my proud moments. Your shot in comparison, is like an expensive bottle of wine aside my glass of water. Great job ^^
ReplyDeleteThat is a click.
ReplyDeleteBut I wish less thunderstorms.
Nice pictures, and the first has my vote in the lot.
ReplyDeleteWow- great photo. I agree about the "fishing" comment. It takes great skill and you definitely have it!!
ReplyDeleteIt's nice to know that the first shot is the preferred one. I like that one best too. The last image was the most spectacular strike, but it totally fried the image! As far as it taking courage, it is probably more in the realm of being foolhardy. I have always been comfortable in the wildness of nature, but that doesn't mean it is always the smart thing to do. Thanks for looking and sharing your views! I am always humbled by your comments.
ReplyDeleteOh, these are amazing. I also agree that the first shot is the best one. Can't wait to see more photos!
ReplyDeleteBeautifully powerful - amazing photographs. At the risk of sounding sycophantic - I love your work. Truly.
ReplyDeleteMe again! I work in Greeley but live in Oregon after moving here from Loveland. Confusing I know but I do make it back to Colorado every April 15th!
ReplyDeleteSpectacular photos - I love them.
ReplyDeleteI love the pictures. May english stinks. Hope you understand.
ReplyDeleteHug Yvonne
Julie,
ReplyDeleteYour photos are so beautiful! I admire your talent tremendously.
Best,
SB
im totally love all of your picture..
ReplyDeleteLighting is one of my fav subject to caputre - as alluring as it maybe. You have done a great job here; am particularly fond of the first image.
ReplyDeleteDramatic! Kudos!
ReplyDeleteMy neighbor from across the street caught a shot of lightning over our house. He got the entire house and the ligntening in sky. It was a nice shot too.
I appreciate your talent.
I love lightning but haven't been lucky enough to catch any, (mostly because I jump when it strikes lol) - your shots are wonderful!
ReplyDeleteYou Rock!
ReplyDeleteI have an award for you on my blog...
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