Shot on the 4th of July, 2 lovers embraced in a kiss as the chaos of fireworks explodes all around. Inspired by the notion of how a single moment, on one day in your life, can change your future forever.
Not much editing, there was another person in the water that I cloned out. Also, cloned out some bright spots in the sky from sparks from the fireworks. Other than that, cropped, levels, contrast, color balance, saturation, curves, resize, USM, border, SFW.
On a side note, this pic was shot at Ala Moana Park in Honolulu. It was taken at the exact same spot as Jovan's blue ribbon winning shot of the Floating Lantern Ceremony in the Unusual Objects challenge.
Jovan's great pic
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I think the photo fits the challenge of course, but maybe another title would fit the photo more. Its not the most important thing however. I love the composition, how the bloom of light fills up the whole frame. Color seems ok, maybe a bit white in areas. The Flaws are the whites, especially on the water. Maybe 3 seconds or less might have worked for the exposure.
Overall, I still think its underrated, fireworks are not easy to shoot.
What takes this a step above a fireworks photo is what I am assuming to be a couple in the water. (if it's not a couple, don't tell me lol) What a great catch! (and what a great way to watch the fireworks too - from the water)
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