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Want to master model photography and finally learn the right way of lighting smoke with flash? In this video, Frank shows you the “Sandwich Technique” — the secret to making smoke look cinematic, and fully connected to your subject instead of just floating in the background.
Smoke can completely transform your images, but lighting smoke correctly is trickier than most photographers think. In this video, Frank explains the common mistake photographers make when using smoke in the studio and demonstrates how to create depth, atmosphere, and realistic interaction between your model and the smoke. You’ll learn how to use smoke machines effectively, the difference between water-based and oil-based smoke, how to position your lights, and why adding just a little smoke in front of your model creates a much stronger image. Whether you shoot portraits, fashion, or creative model photography, this lighting technique will instantly improve your results.
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00:32 Introduction, why you should use smoke?
01:10 The model in front of the smoke does not look nice; there is no connection.
01.34 Why not use AI?
01:56 How to include smoke in your shot and kinds of smoke (water-based or oil-based)
02:39 The problem with smoke
02:54 Choice of smoke fluid and what you should use
03:28 Why we use 2 smoke machines (start in the back)
04:06 Recap
04:26 Behind the scenes and final results
06:05 Final tip about your smoke alarm and recap
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