Air Shows in RBL (Really Bad Light)

Gary L. Friedman
Sep 1, 2018 · 5 min read

It seems that there’s a conspiracy against photographers by people who plan air shows. I’m speaking particularly about the Huntington Beach, California air show in my home town. It’s a great tourist event, but they always schedule it at the time of day when you have to look into the sun in order to see the planes. Fine if you’re a spectator; awful if you plan on using a camera.

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Gary L. Friedman

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Gary L. Friedman is a professional photographer who runs the stock image website FriedmanArchives.com and has written many best-selling camera-specific books.

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