A side view is only good if you have a clear horizon. Check for tall buildings or trees that might block the lower "fountains."
Aim for a distance of 300 to 500 meters . This is far enough to see the whole picture but close enough to feel the power. If you’d like to plan your night perfectly, let me know: The specific city or venue for this E2 event? If you are bringing children or pets ?
You avoid falling debris, ash, and the heavy smoke clouds that often linger directly above the launch site.
Modern displays like E2 use multiple launch points to create wide geometric patterns that disappear if you are too close.
Your camera can capture the ground-to-sky trajectory, providing better framing and depth. When to Watch from Below (Dal Basso)
Viewing from a distance (the side) allows you to see the "canvas" the pyrotechnicians are painting.