When talking about his work as a pyrotechnician, Jeff Thomas is quick to address the misconceptions. “Still have all my parts,” he chuckled, holding up his hands as evidence. Having…
Day: July 7, 2015
Attention fireworks lovers: This is your dream job
Original Article — http://goo.gl/Lz9Vvb Attention fireworks lovers: This is your dream job. Fireworks may be your family’s tradition on July Fourth, but dazzling explosives are in Jim Souza’s blood. He’s…
89th Annual ‘Americafest’ 4th of July Spectacular
Original Article — http://goo.gl/cZsvSA Rose Bowl Hosts Largest 4th of July Fireworks Show in Southern California Recognized as one of the nation’s largest and longest running 4th of July fireworks shows,…
5000 Explosions: Behind The Scenes At San Francisco's 4th Of July Fireworks Display
Technically, it is not true to say that the city of San Francisco will be lighting off fireworks at Pier 39 for the 4th of July at Pier Fireworks celebration…
'Firework, Not Fire Fun': The Serious Jobs Of Pyrotechnic Pros
Original Article — http://goo.gl/gW2etc Download All Things Considered Interview Designing a vast fireworks show is a bit like composing music. There’s the opening to think about, of course, and the…