Photo by mandj98.
We've covered quite a variety of photography tips, tricks, and tools here at Lifehacker. We've even written our own tutorials to help you turn your snapshots into conversation starting photographs. In preparation for the Fourth of July celebrations taking place across the nation, we've rounded up some gems to help you take great pictures this holiday weekend.
First, we can't neglect the fireworks. You might get together with Uncle Benny a couple times a year, but the fireworks displays are a once-a-year, seat-shaking, experience. Check out the guides below to make this Fourth of July the one where you snag the fireworks photos people want to frame. If you only have time to read one, definitely start at the top of the list with our guide to taking awesome fireworks photos. Photo by Julie Berlin.
- Get Better Fireworks Photos This Fourth of July [Lifehacker]
- Shooting Fireworks with a Digital Camera [New York Institute of Photography]
- How to Photograph Fireworks [New York Institute of Photography]
- Photographing Fireworks in Your Backyard [New York Institute of Photography]
- How-To Photograph Fireworks [Wired]
Photographing fireworks can be tricky business, and though the tutorials and tips above will have you well prepared for the event, you may want to focus instead on pictures of the family and friends you're celebrating with. Read over the following guides to improving your photographs and you'll have more than a few tricks up your sleeve, whether you're a shutterbug or a reluctant subject. Photo by spatulated.
- Family Pictures that Don't Suck [Exposure]
- 10 Ways to Take Stunning Portraits [Digital Photography School]
- 10 Top Photography Composition Rules [Amateur Snapper]
- 13 Tips for Improving Outdoor Portraits [Digital Photography School]
- How to Be a Better Photographer When on Vacation [New York Times]
- Take Better Pictures by Treating Your Still Camera Like It's Video [Lifehacker]
- Ten Ways To Look Fabulous in Pictures [Photojojo]