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Lightning on the lake

I was out on the lake with my family when some heat lightning rolled over. So I grabbed my phone and waited patiently.

I was out on the lake with my family when some heat lightning rolled over. So I grabbed my phone and waited patiently.
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Sep, 2015

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Behind The Lens

Location

I was out and about one evening during a heat lightning storm and stopped by a lake near my home in Spring Hill, Fl. I got more than one shot but, the way this one kind of illuminated the back ground just enough to shadow the tree line and show the violets and orange in the sky. I was in love with this one, even if it is grainy.

Time

The picture was taken during an evening adventure of mine, I think it was about 6 or 7 pm.

Lighting

Well, considering I was using an older LG smart phone, the fact i was able to catch any light was a miracle.

Equipment

As I mentioned before, for this photo was captured with an LG34c smart phone and a lot of patience.

Inspiration

Of all the forces of nature, none commands respect like lightning. The raw power, yet the undeniable beauty as it dances through the clouds of the evening skies. Lightning, is one thing that it's almost calming if you can get past the roaring booms of thunder. It's beautiful, powerful, and in certain circumstances genuinely "Shocking"!

Editing

Nope, I have a thing about not processing my photos. I feel like sometimes it takes more away from the picture.

In my camera bag

Normally, I carry my phone with me, but i also have my Nikon cool pix L840. Some spare batteries I keep in my truck and a adjustable tripod for when i'm out on the sand bars.

Feedback

When going for lightning, BE PATIENT, more so than you usually are, take multiple shots consecutively. Or heck, use your video! No shame in that. Just be sure you have time, an umbrella, and a comfy seat. You're gonna be there a while!

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Lightning on the lake

I was out on the lake with my family when some heat lightning rolled over. So I grabbed my phone and waited patiently.

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