Fun with lightning strikes

[Robert Watcher]

We had a massive thunder and lightning storm tonight with lighten streaking everywhere across the sky - from one end of the city to the other. Massive pouring rain made stepping outside or driving virtually impossible. So unfortunately I was not in an ideal situation to be creative with my setup (like have the nearby volcano in the shot). As well, by the time I got home the grab my tripod and camera, the lighting had started to subside. But I managed to grab a few shots outside the steel gate of our house where there is a small overhang onto the sidewalk. Olympus E-M10 in Live Composite Mode. Exposures were anywhere from 7 min to 20 min long —- all with the same settings.

 

[Dr Klaus Schmitt]

Impressive!

 

[Asher Kelman]

This is fabulous work, Robert!

Looking at your pictures, do you think the lightening connects the overhead cables? Do any get fried?

Asher

 

[Robert Watcher]

This is fabulous work, Robert!

Looking at your pictures, do you think the lightening connects the overhead cables? Do any get fried?

Asher

I don’t know, but it sure looks like it at times.

It’s funny because I was really irritated that my only view included tons of wires in my frame. I couldn’t get a clear spot. But the more I look at the pics - especially the last one - I think that the wires are a strong element in the pics —- both compositionally and contextually.

 

[Asher Kelman]

Robert,

Yes indeed! The duality of the conceit of man to control electricity and the ease with which we are brought to our knees!

Robert Watcher: “The Answer”​

I am so impressed!

Asher

 

[Doug Kerr]

Hi, Robert,

We had a massive thunder and lightning storm tonight with lighten streaking everywhere across the sky - from one end of the city to the other. Massive pouring rain made stepping outside or driving virtually impossible. So unfortunately I was not in an ideal situation to be creative with my setup (like have the nearby volcano in the shot). As well, by the time I got home the grab my tripod and camera, the lighting had started to subside. But I managed to grab a few shots outside the steel gate of our house where there is a small overhang onto the sidewalk. Olympus E-M10 in Live Composite Mode. Exposures were anywhere from 7 min to 20 min long —- all with the same settings.

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Great technique, wonderful shots. I think the power lines give a great context.

Best regards,

Doug

 

[Robert Watcher]

Hi, Robert,



Great technique, wonderful shots. I think the power lines give a great context.

Best regards,

Doug

Thanks Doug

 

[Deleted member 55]

All I can say is ouch if on the receiving end!

A very powerful set of photographs.