Brenda Landrum

4th of July in Nebraska

A vibrant display of fireworks exploding in the night sky, showcasing bright sparks and colorful trails emanating from a central point.

Going to Nebraska for the 4th of July has become a tradition for my family. We enjoy getting the “good” fireworks and just having a fun time on the farm for a couple of days. One of my favorite things to do is to take photos of the fireworks (and my mom’s garden, see below). It can take a few times for me to get my exposure dialed in and I love that I never know what the end result is going to look like. I did a short “how to” post if you are interested in trying it yourself next year.

A vibrant display of fireworks exploding in the night sky, showcasing bright sparks and colorful trails emanating from a central point.
A vibrant display of fireworks against a dark night sky, featuring colorful streaks and sparkling effects.

My mom’s garden is also part of every 4th of July for me. I started learning photography in her garden and I will continue to practice, play, and create in this same garden for years to come. It’s my favorite place to just walk around with my camera.

A close-up view of blooming pink flowers and a decorative metal garden feature, showcasing a variety of blossoms in a vibrant garden setting.
A close-up of a pink flower with water droplets resting on its petals, surrounded by green foliage.
A close-up of an American flag waving in a garden setting with lush green grass and colorful flowers in the background.
A close-up of pink sweet peas climbing a rustic metal trellis on the left, alongside a pink flower atop a vintage garden ornament on the right, set against a lush green background in a garden.

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