photographing christmas lights ?? - rec.photo.technique

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More options Nov 16 2003, 11:38 am

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From: "mcgyverjones" <mcgyverjones(spamout)@hotmail.com>

Date: Sat, 15 Nov 2003 19:23:09 -0500

Local: Sun, Nov 16 2003 11:23 am

Subject: Re: photographing christmas lights ??

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"James Bass" <jhb...@twcny.rr.com.spam> wrote in message

news:HNstb.88008$ji3.44457@twister.nyroc.rr.com...

> Hello,

> I'm looking for some tips on photographing christmas decorations (outdoor
> lights, in the snow) in the late afternoon & early evening. Any & all help
> is appreciated.

> -thanks

A cross-hatch filter (or piece of window screen) can be an interesting
effect too, just don't overdo it. Gives star effect and slight softening.

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