When night falls and when you are bored, it is time to do some light painting. Basically it is no difference from any long exposure shots but you need to paint the picture with light.

The above photo was taken when I was at Pangkor Island. Since I am alone, I had  to be both the photographer and subject. I mounted the camera on tripod and manually focused somewhere near the rocks. I estimated I need 5-8 seconds to complete my taiji circle and I set the aperture accordingly to acheive that.  Alternatively you can use Bulb mode.  Then i positioned myself at the rocks and use a remote control to trigger the exposure.

I used a torch light to draw the taiji circle completely within the exposure time.  You may have to think what you want to paint.

Once done, check results. Reshoot if neccessary

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