I almost took the easy route tonight. Finally, I decided that even if I get little out of heading out in the dark - it's worth a shot. It got me wondering if I could get anything more from the street lighting.

What surprised me the most was just how much the light changes in just minutes. Fun experience.

PROJECT:
Take a newbie (me) that has no idea how to take photographs. Next, grab an entry level Nikon d3100 with 18-55VR stock lens and set both to full manual. Then, try to take photographs and have the end result resemble what was in my mind when I clicked the button.

How interesting. I prefer the second capture. It does look as if the sky is on fire behind the house. Nicely Done. karmankwarner · 2011-07-25: 20:19

Nicely done Shane. I find it hard to decide, but i think i like the first better. A bit softer and i'm a big ole´softie:) ????? · 2011-07-25: 23:25

Interesting light in both of them! Lovely! Eiram · 2011-07-26: 04:01

I really like that first shot :) Nicely done! Paradoxigal · 2011-07-27: 15:39

You must have used the tripod for these. I wonder if the colour difference is to do with the differing shutter speeds? I find that my night shots are always hit and miss. Some people (Riyaz for instance) have really got it sorted perfectly, but not me. SADHYA · 2011-07-28: 13:50

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