Photographing Fireworks

I always like a challenge and photographing fireworks can be challenging. The standard, common fireworks photo isn’t so hard to achieve, but the more creative and interesting approach is much more difficult. For one, I only see fireworks once a year really so there’s not a lot of practice to be had. And the ones I see aren’t even the biggest shows around. In any case, it’s always fun to try to guess where the firework will explode since it’s always dark and there’s not way to really predict where the next firework will explode. That’s the fun part, all of the calculating, focusing, settings and adjustments have to be done instantaneously. And you only get 10 minutes or so, time to get on your game!

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I would love to help with your photography, video & website project. Whether you’re looking for wedding photography, a graduation session, a professional headshot, an event, or if you’re a model wanting to build a portfolio I can help. Looking forward to hearing from you soon!

Based in South Bend – Notre Dame, Indiana and willing to travel. No destination too far!

I would love to help with your photography project. Whether you’re looking for wedding photography, a family session, a professional headshot, or if you’re a model wanting to build a portfolio I can help. You can also reach me directly at [email protected]
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Josef was our wedding photographer and did a fabulous job! He was so laid-back and easy to work with. He didn’t make the picture process stressful at all, which was very much needed on a big day like that! I would highly recommend him for any type of photography that you need!

Jonathan Anderstrom, Groom

Josef was an absolute professional. He was timely, hard-working, creative and did not miss a single thing. Even many of my guests commented on his personal stride for excellence and dedication to his job. My photographs turned out fantastic…He is what a true professional should be!

Jeremiah Diaz, Groom
We had NO idea how much we were about to fall in love with his Photography! We’ve also been able to snatch him up to do our photo shoots for album covers we’ve released. Josef has an incredible eye, expertise and professionalism that is so refreshing in such a saturated industry.
Joanna Beasley, Artist

Josef Samuel Photography is AMAZING! From photos to videos he has a GIFT! If you want your precious moments captured with beauty, creativity, talent and professionalism then Josef is your guy! :) Most Definitely 5 star quality! :)

Rachel Martino, Bride

As MichaelAngelos The Event Company, we were honored to be on the vendor team with Josef Samuel. His work is inspiring and it was a pleasure working with him. His photos capture sheer joy and love!

Rosemary Kozak, Michaelangelo's Event Company
Josef was great to work with for our wedding. He was very responsive via phone and email before the wedding date and attentive to my vision. Our wedding shots turned out great! …He went above and beyond. I would recommend Josef for any event!
Bianca Rivera, Bride

Joe did a fantastic job of photographing our wedding…We could not be happier with the photos and Joe’s commitment to delivering stellar service – I would recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone throwing an event (wedding or otherwise) who needs an awesome photographer.

Justin Brandon, Groom

He was great. I felt very heard through the process of making sure my engagement pictures were exactly what my fiancé and I wanted. He took extra care to make sure it was a surprise and went above and beyond. You won’t go wrong with Joe!

Noah Adams, Fiancee
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South Bend Notre Dame Wedding Photographer Josef Samuel

About Josef Samuel

I’m a professional wedding, portrait & event photographer and website designer based in South Bend & Notre Dame Indiana. I also love to travel and have visited numerous countries around the world. I am very passionate about what I do and would love to talk to you about photographing your wedding or event. Looking forward to working with you!