Wow! Thanks to everyone for the supportive and constructive comments! I'm really excited about the win, especially considering my Rusted score.
I'll admit to feeling a little guilty about the shot after getting all the "good for you, I know how difficult lightning shots are to capture" comments. Here's why:
You see, this was one horrific storm. I drove through it for roughly 40 miles and there were hundreds if not thousands of strikes during my drive. Lightning was hitting in front of me, to either side, behind me and above me, I honestly thought I might die that night.
Anyway, after what seemed like hours I managed to get out from under the storm. I pulled over in a rest stop and set up. At first I did it hand held, figuring it would be a cool effect. Those didn't look to great, so I set up the tripod.
Here's the guilt part: Of the 46 lightning shots I took that night (including the ones taken while driving) 22 came out with lightning. Of the 20 I took at that parking lot, 15 came out.
So, was I lucky? To come out alive, for sure! To get the shot that won? Definitely. But, I was luckiest to get to experience that storm and have the luxury of pointing my camera where ever I pleased and to know I would capture lightning in a bottle.
Congratulations on the blue, but while you won, I think you submitted the wrong shot. The shot with the multiple strike is even better, just stunning. Now isn't risking your life seem like it was sensible trade off for a couple of great shots?
Congratulations on the blue, but while you won, I think you submitted the wrong shot. The shot with the multiple strike is even better, just stunning. Now isn't risking your life seem like it was sensible trade off for a couple of great shots?
In hindsight, totally worth it. While driving uphill to a naked peak with few nearby trees...
Thanks again. I was torn about which one to enter. There are a few more that were pretty good, but I think those two were the best. The reason I ultimately went with the single strike shot was that the bolt sort of looked like it was coming from the tower.
Congratulations on the blue, but while you won, I think you submitted the wrong shot. The shot with the multiple strike is even better, just stunning. Now isn't risking your life seem like it was sensible trade off for a couple of great shots?
In hindsight, totally worth it. While driving uphill to a naked peak with few nearby trees...
Thanks again. I was torn about which one to enter. There are a few more that were pretty good, but I think those two were the best. The reason I ultimately went with the single strike shot was that the bolt sort of looked like it was coming from the tower.
i think the winner is the better one,more simple gives stronger message !
how about the opposites winnerers!!! the first ribboon for all three, and only 7 entries between them. Just proof that this competition belongs to the voters!!! Congratulations all three on fantastic captures!!
