In 2001 we received a display report from one of our members, Graham Mann, detailing a very enthusiastic amateur display. Shortly after this, Graham started to tag along with a professional crew (Skyblazers). Undaunted by rain, excessively loud pyro and the chore of clearing up all the crap afterwards, the rest became, as they say, "history".

In this feature we bring together all of Graham's reports. What makes them so special is that he is following the path many other amateurs do, from home displays to helping out with a professional crew, and ultimately possibly a career as a firer. These reports make great reading in their own right, and in particular for other members also interested in taking their hobby one step further.

Picture: Mary Burridge

Newest reports are shown at the top, to follow the story as it unfolded, start with the oldest at the bottom.

Many thanks to Graham for the reports and the images supplied.

- Click on the images below to read the report -

	On the roof of the Halifax with Pyrovision.
	Summer Shocker! A tale of marital bliss - and fireworks.
	The Long Weekend. Several shows, loads of pyro, loads of great pictures including some cat 4 stash!
	Deanclough display. Pyro action on a car park roof!
	Summer wedding bash. Bread and butter away from the main season. Some good action shots here.
	Lark In The Park. Behind the scenes with Pyro 2000 for an electrically fired show.
	Ripponden Parish. Here's were it all started for Graham as he tags along with a professional crew.
	Graham's first display report of his own cat 3 display. The original Graham Mann report (includes adult language!).