Excellent job of a VERY difficult subject. Keep u the good work Rachel :-)

said stormrider_uk 2008.11.08 at 03:54:32 PST

Very nice captures!!! Excellent album!!!

said trout921 2008.07.28 at 16:53:34 PDT

Hi Rachel, very well done for a first try. For stuff like this, check out some photo tips from the pros on the internet beforehand. Use the tripod, and if your camera has the remote feature, get a remote control to prevent shaking. It works great with fireworks . Visit my ''International Fireworks Competition'' album when you have a chance. And thanks for your kind comment on my Niagara Falls pictures. Take care...#####, Montreal

said bluejaywebshots 2008.07.14 at 06:07:46 PDT

Hi Rachel, these are just great for first try. Another low light thing I like to do is those evening shots that have street lights, marina lights, whatever and the sun has gone down and the sky turns that dark, dark blue color. I have had some good luck just by setting my camera on something solid. I took this one in Lahaina last year and have promised myself that I would do it again sometime soon. Have a great day! ~Marjie http://travel.webshots.com/photo/2267439160036306757kpkZqK

said windflowers43 2008.07.09 at 05:43:46 PDT

Hi Rachel, These shots are way better than any fireworks shots that I have ever taken. I am glad that you are making strides towards a full recovery from your surgery. As tempting as it is to play with your new camera, make sure you don't over do it! You have lots of time for that new toy! Randy

said evanreese 2008.07.07 at 19:16:59 PDT

Lovely album Rachel! good luck on the cc!! :D

said evita17m 2008.07.07 at 14:28:29 PDT

Fireworks are very difficult, they do not "pose" for you and are of high contrast. A tripod is a must, less zoom is better, and the right settings. Yours czme out really good for the first try!

said Jdunkleberger 2008.07.07 at 06:14:16 PDT

Thanks for your comments on mine, and I came for a second look here ... you 'did GOOD' girl, for your first attempt. By next year you'll e a PRO! ... Hugs, Judy

said ladybug591 2008.07.07 at 03:52:53 PDT