Reenactment started early

[Nikolai]

This time I came to the camp on Friday to catch up some setup action and also experiment with a new technique for the night shots. You'll be the judges if it worked:

#1: This is actually a "fire-by-fire" action. i.e. the squad members fired one after another:

http://nik.smugmug.com/photos/705391339_HVLJ6-XL.jpg
Gory details: Canon 5D2 + EF 24-105L, ISO 400, f/8, IS off, tripod, manual focus, bulb exposure. A few (very minor) tweaks in ACR and PS.

This post was made with the assistance of Star*Explorer (http://www.starexplorer.com)

[tisun]

Cool shot!

[Eia]

Tripod used? Do I see six? What is the sparkler looking one?

[Azzaro]

That is a cool shot... Nik........ Black Powder makes for a big muzzle flash.....and as I remember... a rather distinctive odor......:D azzaro

[Panther]

Howdy Nik,

Wonderful shot and subject, really love all the muzzle blasts and even the cap explosion.

Really a great look into the past, you have to admire the Re-enactor's for their dedication and hard work.

Can't wait to see more from your outing.

[Nikolai]

Thanks guys!
I will answer the questions and provide more selective pictures later. Now going for the day two.:-)
In the mean time: http://www.48ovvi.org/moorpark2009/