4th International Pyromusical Competition

Winners for 4th Pyromusical Competition

First Prize:    United Kingdom

Second Prize: China and Canada

Third Prize: Findland

Unfortunately,  I did not cover the presentation of UK.  For me, every entry is spectacular.  I enjoyed my every Saturdate Fireworks with my hubby.  Four saturdays, we patiently waited for each and every entry. 

And for the last day,  I was excited how Platinum Fireworks, Inc. will entertain the several crowd.  And yes, they did it.  The crowd were amazed with their exhibition.  

Philippines

Philippines

Philippines

The crowd.... the reason for heavy traffic

He is my Sir Chief.  He never got tired of accompanying me with this fireworks photo project

March 23: Canada

 And here are my humble shots for Canada's "What a wonderful World" presentation.

Canada

Canada

Canada

Canada

March 9: Italy and Netherland

Opppssss…….once again I’d experience the fireworks display last Saturday.  I bought two Silver tickets at Ensogo for P59.00 each.  I was with my ever supportive husband.  He was so tired from a talk about Angkla at Imus and yet he can’t deny my request to come with me.  We arrived at MOA exactly 7:00 pm.  I just have enough time to set up my camera.  My husband gave me an idea of upgrading our ticket to Gold in order to capture the display at the center.  We added P50.00 each for the upgrade.  In short, I spent P 109.00 each for Gold ticket.  Not bad!

 Tips:

1.       Come late to avail discounted tickets.

2.       For photographer, come early to get the perfect spot.

3.       Bring folding chair for Gold & Silver ticket.

4.       Bring food or full your tummy before going to the venue.  All your favorite dining is occupied after the fireworks. But there are moving fast food chain inside the venue.

5.       Before and after fireworks display, expect heavy traffic.

6.       Camera Settings: F/5.6, ISO 100, BULB Mode(1-3S) Plus tripod and wired trigger

Here are my humble shots for Italy’s “touchy” pyrolympics display. It was like raining light last Saturday.   It’s not photogenic but it was really nice.  Good music plus colorful and splendid presentation.

Italy

Italy

Italy

Italy

After Italy’s presentation, there were sexy fire dancers entertaining the audience. I had to zoom my lens to capture it good. 

Intermission number

 I want to imitate the acrobatic moves of sexy fire dancers. Lols! in my dreams.

Firedancer

Host of the event

What can I say to Netherland’s entry?

It was so loud and huge fireworks plus fast beat music.  They showed a performance level with no dull moment.  Their display was one with the photogenic appeal.  Netherland shared the loudest boom that made our body vibrate to every attack of the fireworks.  I call it “no tomorrow performance”.  They give it all to the max. Whooooo…… damaging eardrum! 

Netherland

Netherland

Netherland

Netherland

Netherland

Feb. 23: Taiwan and Spain

Here are my "Basta na" shots for Taiwan's Entry.  "Basta na" because I was not able to position in better location.  I had a get-together party with co-wives at Blue Wave that day.  The party was not over yet but I escaped and looked for a spot where I can have my shots.  Thanks God I found space behind the two construction building.All my shots for Taiwan are close up to eliminate unwanted subjects

Taiwan

Taiwan's entry is colorful and huge fireworks. 

Taiwan

Taiwan

Electrifying display from Taiwan

A ball like fireworks from Taiwan

I roamed around Blue Wave to look for better position.  I went to EDSA to capture the globe at MOA.  But I can't find best spot to win the fireworks best.  So, I tried on the other side.  And there is an open field good enough to position my tripod.  As expected long waiting again.  So while killing my time, I took a 30 secs. shot of FEDERALAND project.

Here are my "Pwede-pwede na" shots for Spain.

Spain

Spain's entry is not photogenic.  I was not able to capture the true colors of its fireworks.  But its presentation was also good.  Wagas!

Spain

Spain

Spain

So colorful and huge again.

Spain

Last week's performances are great.  Long waiting time killed me. Huh!

Spain

Spain

I can't promise if I can cover next week's entries.  My partner was so bored due to waiting time.  Haaaay!

Feb. 16: Japan and Finland

The spectacle of lights and color spread out in the scenic view of Manila Bay last Saturday February 16 as a start of 4th Int'l Pyromusical Competition.  Japan and Finland were the two competitors displayed their entry.

It's nice to enjoy a weekend at Mall of Asia with family, friends and love ones.  There are several restaurants and activities to enjoy while waiting for the competition to start.  But waiting for me was not easy because I forgot to bring my folding chair.  But the good thing was we had an early dinner so my tummy is ready for the long wait I expected.

I took some photos of Ferris Wheel while waiting.  I just bought Silver ticket to save some money.  I am preparing for the last day.  I will buy VIP ticket for that.

Ferris Wheel During Sunset

Long Exposure Shots

And here are my humble shots from Japan's entry.  My position is not best but despite that I'm proud to share mine.

It was nice, though I can't perfectly rate it because I did not hear the music.  No speaker on Silver area.  According to comments, the music is really low even in other area plus the loud sound of fireworks. I'll better try next time.

How about Finland,  I got so limited shot.  My battery got low.  But here it is.......  so romantic.

I am sorry but eto na lang talaga. Pero promise, maganda ang presentation ng Finland.  So romantic.

If you want to experience marami pa, Just choose your date.  Visit their site.  And Ensogo has vouchers too, hurry catch up and stay tune.

http://www.ensogo.com.ph/manila/pyromusical-02092013.html

http://www.pyrophilippines.com