Some Striking Photographs

[padi56]

1 A resent thunderstorm.

2 Think I took this one in Cancun.

[Uncle-AJ]

Nice photos Padi, the first one is electrifying. :chuckle:

[Rockrolex]

I got a real charge out of the first one, Padi. :agree:

[padi56]

And the missus nearly burned her fingers in the second one. :chuckle: :thumbsup:

[BruceS]

What settings did you use on that lightening photo?

[Atomic]

Both pix are VERY cool.

I've done some lightning shots. Basically put it on a tripod, opened the shutter and hoped to get some electifying results. Sadly all I got was sheet lightning. The bolts had done their business and moved on. :bawling:

[JJ Irani]

GR8 pics, Peter. Now why is that guy in the second pic trying to grab my head? :chuckle: :chuckle:

[dman]

I really like the second one Padi!! The first one is bad for my business, LOL!!

[padi56]

What settings did you use on that lightening photo?

I am still using old fashion film,but digital should be about the same load your camera with ASA 100 film Go somewhere really dark where lightning is happening,preferably at a safe distance Put the camera on a tripod this is a must and compose your picture Preferably Attach a locking cable release
then Set your focus to infinity Set the f/stop to f/8 or f/11 I like f/8 myself
Set the shutter speed to Bulb Open the shutter for a while. Depending on how
bright the area is, a while might be 15 seconds to a couple of minutes. A good compromise is 1- 2 minutes or until lightning happens, whichever comes first.Lens any good 24mm 28mm or a zoom with a W/Angle will do Repeat as necessary You might want to keep track of what you do,and compare the results to what you expect, and adjust accordingly.It's still a good idea to take a few shots to get the right combination then write it down don't be afraid to experiment!,but with digital you can see results instantly and adjust
accordingly. :thumbsup:

[dman]

Cool info Padi, but has anyone ever told you that it is dangerous to be outside when there is lightning? :chuckle: :chuckle:

[padi56]

Cool info Padi, but has anyone ever told you that it is dangerous to be outside when there is lightning? :chuckle: :chuckle:
Like all things in life,there are risks,but when you get to my age,you just don't worry anymore life too short.Anyhow a nice charge of electricity,might
put a bit of lead in my pencil, if you know what I mean. :chuckle: :chuckle:

[Uncle-AJ]

Like all things in life,there are risks,but when you get to my age,you just don't worry anymore life too short.Anyhow a nice charge of electricity,might
put a bit of lead in my pencil, if you know what I mean. :chuckle: :chuckle:
You'll need it in your new job in Brazil. :chuckle:

[padi56]

Think ill need more than lead,and bet your life I wont be using a pencil. :thumbsup:

[Uncle-AJ]

Will you use a ballpoint? :chuckle:

[JJ Irani]

Will you use a ballpoint? :chuckle:
LOL! Adrian, you're completely nuts! :chuckle: :chuckle:

[dman]

Like all things in life,there are risks,but when you get to my age,you just don't worry anymore life too short.Anyhow a nice charge of electricity,might
put a bit of lead in my pencil, if you know what I mean. :chuckle: :chuckle:
LOL Padi, they do make little pills that are somewhat safer than lightning. :agree: :agree:

[Rockrolex]

Will you use a ballpoint? :chuckle:

I would guess a fountain pen. :lol: :rofl:

[padi56]

LOL Padi, they do make little pills that are somewhat safer than lightning. :agree: :agree:
Took one of them once,but all it gave me was a stiff neck. :chuckle:

[Earl]

That second shot just burns me.... fingers, I sit here wondering how many drinks it took to hold that there ;)