Lightning

This night was the first in attempt to capture lightning. what a

fortune!

amazing shot! I wish I had that luck when trying to capture thunder..

What an incredible image! How long did you have the shutter open? The timing on this image is outstanding! I wouldn't want to be on the receiving end of this lightning bolt,,,.

Wow wow WOW. Amazing capture. That is one enormous lightning bolt.

Thanks to all for your comments! Bob, the shutter was open for about 4 seconds, Tripod, cable release. Minolta Dimage 7.

simply amazing! dont know what else to say.

Impressive !

Very ... uh ... striking. (rimshot) Terrific. I always love lightning shots. I've had very little success with them, myself.

Magnificient moment. It's a pitty you have not been on a more intresting spot.

An incredible photo, one in a million.

If you had gotten any closer Im sure your hair would have stood on end. The is a perfect example of right place, right time and perfect shutter and exposure timing. Well Done. Make sure if your going out wear rubber shoes :)

Thanks to all! Shooting this kind of photography is more than dangerous. In my area have been dead several people by these lightning bolts. This first attempt was from my door, and it caused the lost of electric supply. If you would like to try this kind of shots, be sure not to be below trees or to be far away from the storm. As I said, this night was the first at getting lightnings, unfortunately in my area only I can try this by July or September. so, I have to wait until next year. :o( I'm satisfied with this shot, and now, I have some interesting places where to go when I have another opportunity.

Beautiful capture.

awesome!!! i love lightning. your blues are incredible. very eye-catching. i got a few shots of lightning while i was at the beach this summer. if youd like, you can check them out in my 'emerald isle' folder. just click on my name to get there [im sure you knew that, but just in case]. you caught an awesome strike!

Hi Christopher...

Your shot is fantastic, I liked darker version.

 

*respect*

thanks for posting your settings

great shot