(1) Photography Challenge Member Generated Content
 
Take a Picture of Fireworks.
Top Three Pictures Win an iPod!

It is that time of year again. Fireworks can be found just about everywhere. Fireworks can be challenging for even advanced photographers. You can attempt to push the photography box or settle for a traditional photograph. Join the celebrations of millions around the world and photograph the displays for the ages. You can even have fun with a simple camera setup and a small backyard fireworks display. Go ahead, take the liberty and create a one of a kind, unique photograph that stands out from amongst the rest. We look forward to seeing your unique submission. 
 
Taking this challenge will make you a better photographer as you compete with fellow photographer friends from around the world.  We are looking for unique images that still bear the basic essentials of composition and technical excellence. Please read and follow the rules below carefully. If your image is one the top three you win a free iPod.

RULES:

1. Resize your image to 800 pixels wide at the largest dimension.
• Save your image as a JPEG. Be sure to save at a high quality setting.
2. Write a short summary of the photograph and your techniques behind the photograph.
3. You must be the photographer who took the picture.
4. Only one image submission per challenge is allowed per membership.
5. Winners will be announced on August 1^st.

Failure to follow the above rules could result in disqualification. We recommend you open your photograph in a photo viewer program to preview your resized photograph. We look forward to seeing your images so get out there and start snapping.  As always, we thank you for taking the challenge.
 
2) Photographing Fireworks

With the popularity of digital cameras, it is easier and cheaper than the film days to take a picture.  Since everybody has a digital camera and use it extensively, sometimes people overlook simple steps to getting great pictures. A nice camera and the right settings are not all that is required to take excellent pictures. If you want to have an edge in winning the iPod, then check out the article links below.

Shooting Fireworks
How to Photograph Fireworks Displays
Fine-Tuning Your Fireworks Photography

(3) Advanced Photography Tips

Photograph has lots of techniques to make better pictures. Here are a couple of articles that help you take better low light photography. Find out how to take firework pictures without using a tripod. Take a look and learn.

Fireworks without a Tripod

Night Photography