With the use of your DSLR of a compact camera with long shutter speed capability, you will be able to create a simple but interesting effect with a few simple pieces of equipment.
Equipment: Tripod or steady place for your camera, Torch or light, and a Piece of STRING or white Apple iPod headphones (which i personally use)
Method: In a dark area, you want to create a blank (Preferably black) studio. I used a jumper rested on a table propped up at the back with a pillow. You may want to use a subject to make to smoke to come from (Somebodies hand, and apple etc.) This subject must not be moving for this work.
Then you want to set the Camera to TV mode, (If your using a canon) or if you are using a different brand set your camera to be able to manipulate the shutter speed. Place the object in your mini studio and set the camera up and frame up/focus your photo. I recommend shutter speeds between 5-10 seconds.
Now to archive the effect, you hold the string/headphones and a torch/light source above the object with one hand. The string should dangle straight down towards the object and you simply need to jiggle the string around lightly during the 5-10 seconds, with the light source being ON during this time.
Experiment with different danglers (String of different colours or thickness. Or perhaps something metal or wood.
Also try different shutter speeds to vary the amount of light and smoke…
Results:
Best of luck trying this, If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. You can contact me via email: jbphotography21@hotmail.com
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