Disneyland Castle Fireworks (Page 5): I've never seen anything of yours that I didn't like. Love all your pictures!

COI Jack Loc: Missouri

I've never seen anything of yours that I didn't like. Love all your pictures!

jwt Loc: Texas Hill Country

BrentHarder wrote:

I waited for close to an hour in a certain choice strategic place standing up in hoards of people to get these photos. I hate crowds so this was a real sacrifice for me to get these photos. This was once in a lifetime photo session for me.

Time well spent Brent, a beautiful series. Thanks for sharing. :thumbup: :thumbup:

BrentHarder Loc: Southern California

Georgiann wrote:

of course not crowds it's the only time I ever had a anxiety attack or whatever it was on main street disneyland!! But would love to take some night shots there!

So Georgiann, would you haul around a tripod in the park to get the really good photos with a time exposure? How extreme would you go to get some good photos?

BrentHarder Loc: Southern California

luvmypets wrote:

Absolutely fantastic photos!! Love them all but 3 is my favorite. The smoke really enhances the castle!!

Thanks luvmypets for your input. I agree on #3 being really cool. THe smoke from the fireworks really gave the image some character and interest......something that I did not anticipate, but was ready for the shot. I really didn't see much of the fireworks because I was mainly focusing on taking photos. My enjoyment was after when I got home and started looking at the photos and then all the nice comments from you UHH members and the way you accept the photos.

Georgiann Loc: La Pine, oregon

BrentHarder wrote:

So Georgiann, would you haul around a tripod in the park to get the really good photos with a time exposure? How extreme would you go to get some good photos?

I definitely would but I would have my hubby carry it for me! :-D

Reddog Loc: Southern Calif

Nice! :thumbup:

Rathyatra Loc: Southport, United Kingdom

Wow!! :thumbup:

GW Loc: Idaho

BrentHarder wrote:

I waited for close to an hour in a certain choice strategic place standing up in hoards of people to get these photos. I hate crowds so this was a real sacrifice for me to get these photos. This was once in a lifetime photo session for me.

Great pictures....One place I always wanted to go ,but was too busy when I could afford it . Now that I have the time I can't afford it. I have to pictures on display there , did a photo shoot of the Idaho Vandles with Minnie an Mickey mouse ....

BrentHarder Loc: Southern California

mooseeyes wrote:

Brent, br br Looks like you had fun with the fire... (show quote)

Wow Ken....you met Walt and his wife on opening day? That is something that very few people can claim........what an awesome memory.
Why did you take out the figure in the photo?
Where are the rooftops that you can have access to to photograph?

Whuff Loc: Marshalltown, Iowa

I know what you mean about the crowds. There's a lot of jockeying for position at the best viewing spots, both there and at Disney World in Florida. I haven't been to either since I got a decent camera, but if I ever go again, my camera and tripod will be hauled around all day. My wife promised our 10 year old twin granddaughters that we'd take them back to Disney World when they turn 16, so probably in 6 years, but you never know how 16 year olds will feel about doing things with grandparents.

BrentHarder Loc: Southern California

Doddy wrote:

Your patience was rewarded Brent..those are Excellent.

Thank you very much Doddy. Patience is a virtue, that's for sure. Not only in photography but also in LIFE in general.

Dixiegirl Loc: Alabama gulf coast

LOL

BrentHarder wrote:

Uhhhhh ohhhhhhhhh..........Donna has some deep dark secrets that are hidden in Disneyland's past! I'm sure they are really really juicy!

dennis2146 Loc: Eastern Idaho

Brent,

I am going to Disneyland tomorrow for 2 days. Can you give me information about lenses you found useful. Presently I am thinking of taking my 16-85 and 12-24 for my Nikon D7000.

Great pictures by the way. I really enjoyed seeing them.

Dennis

BrentHarder Loc: Southern California

dennis2146 wrote:

Brent,

I am going to Disneyland tomorrow for 2 days. Can you give me information about lenses you found useful. Presently I am thinking of taking my 16-85 and 12-24 for my Nikon D7000.

Great pictures by the way. I really enjoyed seeing them.

Dennis

Hi Dennis........you asked about lenses to use in Disneyland.
I have what I consider the perfect lens for Disneyland. I can get whatever I want in almost any situation with this one lens. It's a 18-200mm lens that works great in close with the 18 wide angle or to Zoom in for the far away shots. I have found that I really don't need any more or less than that one lens. Personally, I don't think you will need your 12-24 lens. Your 16-85 should work fine. If those are your only 2 lenses to choose from, I would take the 16-85. If you have one that has a little more range you might want to take it, but your 85 should be able to handle most anything for distance.

Since I have a season pass and live about 1/2 hour away I go often. I'm always looking for new and unique angles and subjects there. I HATE snapshots! lol
Here are some other links to some of the other Disneyland threads I have posted here on UHH:
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-163326-1.html
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-144273-1.html
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-144047-1.html
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-143919-1.html
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-143910-1.html
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-143863-1.html
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-143793-1.html
Have a great time. I hope the weather cooperates for you....today it is raining.
Later,
Brent

BrentHarder Loc: Southern California

nanaval wrote:

Hi Brent it is not that I do not like filters I use them myself. Having seen both pictures I just think the filter takes something from it, may be if it was a bit less on the filter, not sure. On saying that you have done plenty of pictures with filters on and they are great. :D :D

Thanks Val, I appreciate that. I can also see your point about not having the filter on that image. I was thinking more or less of Van Gogh's "Starry night" painting and wondered how it would look like that.