How to Capture Ghosts on Film
Purchase a camera., Choose a location in which to search for a ghost. , Take "control" pictures randomly about the area., Say out loud in a clear, calm tone "If anyone is here, I invite you to show yourselves in my pictures.", Take pictures randomly...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Purchase a camera.
Any camera will do, but a digital camera that you can plug into your computer is often preferred for verification purposes because tampering is pretty obvious to a professional.
Most professionals use a Polaroid camera as digital editing is impossible and the results are instant. -
Step 2: Choose a location in which to search for a ghost.
, If you plan to conduct your search in one specific area, take photos from as many angles as possible of that spot. , , Occasionally repeat your invitation. ,, If you have photo editing software, it can be helpful to run the pictures through some filters in order to highlight unusual items.
Some things to look for are:
Orbs
- Some theorize these to be the simplest form of a disembodied soul, they are probably the most common captures.
An orb usually looks like a white ball, however it can also be a different color.
In most cases it is just a speck of dust or even an insect, so don't get too excited about orbs unless you can be 100% sure there is something very strange about it.
Most credible ghost hunting groups discount orbs due to the very high risk of them being easily explained.
Human Forms
- If you're lucky, you may capture an apparition; these are actual bodies or body parts of ghosts.
It takes a lot of energy for a ghost to appear like that.
Thick Mist
- Very thick mist-like shapes or streaks, often in very specific areas.
Usually it's very obviously not normal mist.
Lights
- Be sure you know where your light sources are (street lights, houses, etc) and that you can discount someone creating it.
This a controversial capture as many can be explained. -
Step 3: Take "control" pictures randomly about the area.
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Step 4: Say out loud in a clear
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Step 5: calm tone "If anyone is here
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Step 6: I invite you to show yourselves in my pictures."
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Step 7: Take pictures randomly around your chosen location.
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Step 8: Leave the location.
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Step 9: Review your pictures to see if you caught anything.
Detailed Guide
Any camera will do, but a digital camera that you can plug into your computer is often preferred for verification purposes because tampering is pretty obvious to a professional.
Most professionals use a Polaroid camera as digital editing is impossible and the results are instant.
, If you plan to conduct your search in one specific area, take photos from as many angles as possible of that spot. , , Occasionally repeat your invitation. ,, If you have photo editing software, it can be helpful to run the pictures through some filters in order to highlight unusual items.
Some things to look for are:
Orbs
- Some theorize these to be the simplest form of a disembodied soul, they are probably the most common captures.
An orb usually looks like a white ball, however it can also be a different color.
In most cases it is just a speck of dust or even an insect, so don't get too excited about orbs unless you can be 100% sure there is something very strange about it.
Most credible ghost hunting groups discount orbs due to the very high risk of them being easily explained.
Human Forms
- If you're lucky, you may capture an apparition; these are actual bodies or body parts of ghosts.
It takes a lot of energy for a ghost to appear like that.
Thick Mist
- Very thick mist-like shapes or streaks, often in very specific areas.
Usually it's very obviously not normal mist.
Lights
- Be sure you know where your light sources are (street lights, houses, etc) and that you can discount someone creating it.
This a controversial capture as many can be explained.
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