Day 343 – Goodbye 2012… Hello 2013 | Ian Spagnolo Photography

Day 343 – Goodbye 2012… Hello 2013

Happy New Year!!!

I managed to tick another item off my bucket list by welcoming in a new year, in what I think is one of the most beautiful an iconic harbours in the world… Sydney Harbour.

As friends opened the door and welcomed me into their apartment, I was greeted with the magnificent panoramic view of what McMahons Point has to offer.

Of course shortly after that the beer was flowing, and so were the tequila shots as I learnt the rules of the house. A boat cruising past the front door, 2 trains on the bridge or 2 rivercats on the harbour, 3 helicopters, 4 water taxis, 5 ferries, 6 Luna Park rides going at the same time, 7 harbour cruises, 9 sailboats or 10 seagulls on the edge of the pool all required a shot. Then there was the attempted re-creation of the Opera House from lime wedges… the things you do for fun!

The anticipation grew as the sun set, and the harbour filled with boats all wanting a front row seat to the fireworks spectacular that Sydney in renowned for. The early show looked more like a trial run, and was just a tease to the main event that let loose as soon as the clock struck midnight, and we said hello to 2013.

A massive welcome and thank you to all who have recently begun to follow my work. I have received so many wonderful comments in the last week. I have not had a chance to read all of them and check out your page, but I will make time by the end of the week. A huge thanks must go out to WordPress for featuring my site, along with those that have re-blogged posts on their site.

To my longtime followers, thank you for all your kind words and support in 2012. I hope I can keep things interesting in 2013, and continue to grow and push myself to get that awesome shot to share with you.

Best wishes for everyone for 2013.

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Tags: 10-22mm, Australia, Fireworks, Long Exposure, McMahons Point New South Wales, New Years Eve, Photography, Sydney, Sydney Harbour, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Travel, WordPress

44 thoughts on “Day 343 – Goodbye 2012… Hello 2013”

adrianpym on January 2, 2013 at 6:13 pm said:

Fantastic images, happy new year Ian

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 8:43 am said:
  
  Thank you. Happy new year to you too.
  
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La Tribu d'Anaximandre on January 2, 2013 at 6:32 pm said:

excellent ! happy new year

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 8:44 am said:
  
  Thanks so much. Happy new year!
  
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LizzieJoy on January 2, 2013 at 7:33 pm said:

Amazing photography. I have yet to learn the correct settings for fireworks – mine just looked like streaks of light!! Congratulations on inspirational work. Abundant blessings wished for you.

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:08 am said:
  
  Thanking you! Fireworks can be a little tricky at times I must agree… It is mostly trial & error really, but worry too much about your settings and the show is all over! I shot most of these fireworks between f8 to f10 and at ISO 160 to 200 from memory. All were shot in bulb mode with a remote trigger. Hope that helps.
  
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  - LizzieJoy on January 8, 2013 at 1:18 am said:
    
    Thank you, Ian. That’s very kind of you. I appreciate it greatly. I don’t think I’ve got remote trigger, but I can work out all the rest. Bless you.
Coastal Dweller on January 2, 2013 at 9:23 pm said:

Brilliant photos! Very inspiring. I also find fireworks really, really challenging to shoot. How do you not get overexposed? I’m sure you’re followers would love some tips!

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:16 am said:
  
  Thank you! As I said in the previous comment reply, I shot most of these fireworks between f8 to f10 and at ISO 160 to 200 from memory. All were shot in bulb mode with a remote trigger. I only opened the shutter for a few seconds at the maximum… really only for one burst of light. I did get a couple that were overexposed, but most ended up being usable. I also shoot in raw which helps a lot. Would gladly answer any other questions that I can to help.
  
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JimR on January 3, 2013 at 12:36 am said:

Superb images Ian. Best wishes for 2013

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:17 am said:
  
  Thanks Jim. Best wishes to you too of course.
  
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Nette on January 3, 2013 at 12:40 am said:

Amazing pictures! Happy New Year!

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 10:05 am said:
  
  Thanks Nette! Happy new year!
  
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Tuxedo Sophisticated Cat on January 3, 2013 at 3:02 am said:

Fantastic photos. Happy New Year.

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:17 am said:
  
  Thanks so much. Happy new year!
  
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roo365 on January 3, 2013 at 5:35 am said:

Happy New Year, Ian! Amazing photos & sounds like you really had fun seeing 2013 in!

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:18 am said:
  
  Thanks Roo… That I did! Happy new year!
  
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Mrs Fever on January 3, 2013 at 5:51 am said:

SO amazingly beautiful! Thank you for posting these.

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:19 am said:
  
  Thank you Mrs Fever! Best wishes for 2013.
  
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Golfmadchick on January 3, 2013 at 10:24 am said:

I saw these pix earlier on your blog. They really are truly spectacular photos. Seriously, who could not be excited about 2013 look at these?! Great stuff!!

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:22 am said:
  
  Thanks so much. Very much appreciated. Best wishes for 2013.
  
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Bella Remy Photography on January 3, 2013 at 11:17 am said:

WOW WOW WOW !! That was before I even opened up the page Ian. Looks like you’ve got friends in high places – sweet !

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:35 am said:
  
  Hehe… I occasionally have moments where the people I know are positioned correctly… yes! Thanks Emily.
  
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beachcomber on January 3, 2013 at 11:39 am said:

Holy cow–those photos are absolutely awesome!

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:36 am said:
  
  Lol… Thank you so much! Thanks for re-blogging my post as well. Best wishes for 2013.
  
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beachcomber on January 3, 2013 at 11:40 am said:

Reblogged this on I'd rather be living in Bora Bora and commented:
Amazing photos of fireworks by photographer Ian Spagnolo

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skuk2 on January 4, 2013 at 5:18 am said:

Great images Ian, well captured. Good idea to get them before the beer started flowing
Happy New Year.

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:40 am said:
  
  Thank you Steve. The beer had been flowing for some 12 hours by the time midnight came around… shhhh. lol. Lucky I had a tripod I guess.
  
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Noeline Smith on January 4, 2013 at 5:22 am said:

Thanks from me to WordPress for showing off your blog
The fireworks images are pretty fantastic and had me saying ‘wow’, but then I saw your boat trails image (The Aftermath?!) which almost left me lost for words. Magical!

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:45 am said:
  
  Thanks Noeline. The boat trails image was a lucky one… I was just about to pack up my gear and then they re-opened the harbour to boats. Next thing I see hundreds of boats – heading home I guess, coming under the bridge. I quickly adjusted for a longer exposure… and there you have it! An instant favorite of mine.
  
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Mahesh Patil on January 4, 2013 at 7:14 pm said:

Brilliant

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:45 am said:
  
  Thank you!
  
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pommepal on January 6, 2013 at 9:32 pm said:

You were so lucky to have such a front row seat for those amazing fire works. Good old Sydney harbour bridge always puts on a fantastic show. What a great way to starty the new year. BTW my partner Jack is very proud to have been born the same year they opened the bridge, now work that one out…

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:52 am said:
  
  Thank you, I was extremely lucky, and very happy to have such a great view. Sydney Harbour does know how to welcome in a new year for sure! A quick search told me a year of around the 1932 era would be Jacks birth year?
  
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  - pommepal on January 7, 2013 at 10:25 am said:
    
    That’s right, both Jack and the bridge are going strong…
Anita Mac on January 7, 2013 at 4:01 am said:

Great shots Iam! I have to agree – Sydney harbour is stunning. You have captured some of the most amazing NYE shots. They are beyond stunning! Oh how I miss being in Sydney for new years!

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:55 am said:
  
  Thanks so much Anita. Well hopefully these images brought back some fond memories then. Best wishes for 2013!
  
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theprojectboard on January 7, 2013 at 6:30 am said:

Amazing!

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 7, 2013 at 9:56 am said:
  
  Thank you.
  
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II 4S Aopmrdd on January 12, 2013 at 4:44 am said:

awesome very very nice!

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 12, 2013 at 11:02 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much.
  
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Alex Khoo on January 29, 2013 at 4:36 am said:

Happy New Year! I have a different way of greeting you guys out there with my post! Cheers!
http://mykhoolife.wordpress.com/2012/12/31/sunny-day-with-flowers/

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- Ian Spagnolo on January 29, 2013 at 7:24 am said:
  
  Thanks Alex… Happy New Year!
  
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  - Alex Khoo on January 29, 2013 at 12:33 pm said:
    
    Have a great blasting year ahead!

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