Capturing Successful Photos & EVP Recordings
This
page will detail proven pitfalls and common sense issues involved in getting
successful spirit photographs and EVP recordings. Many photos and
recordings that could have been great have been marred by carelessness and
ignorance of the basics, and as such, anyone contemplating doing serious
photographic or EVP work should read through and abide by the guidelines
below.
PHOTOGRAPHING YOUR GHOST HUNT
1.
REMOVE YOUR
CAMERA STRAP!
Removing your
camera strap will eliminate reasonable doubt about the authenticity of your
photo should you capture an image of a vortex, etc. If you cannot remove
your camera strap, tie it tightly around your wrist or neck to keep it out
of the view of the camera lens.
2.
TIE YOUR HAIR
BACK!
If your hair is long, simply tying it back will greatly reduce the risk of
capturing false-positive images during your investigation.
3.
CLEAN YOUR
CAMERA LENSES!
Routinely cleaning your camera lens will reduce the problem of water-spots,
dust and fingerprints and help distinguish true anomalies from typical dirt
and smudges. Though sometimes it is unavoidable, we recommend avoiding
ghost photography while it is raining. Also, never clean the lens while in
the middle of a roll of film!
4.
DON'T SMOKE!
Designate a time and place to smoke away from your investigation. This
should be decided on before the actual investigation takes place. Cigar,
cigarette and pipe smoke can easily be confused as an ectoplasmic cloud.
These phenomena may also be caused by lens condensation, breath (if it is
cold), vehicle exhaust, and fog - making it equally important to document
the weather and location of the area in each and every investigation.
5.
VISIT DURING THE
PSYCHIC HOURS!
The best time to photograph spirit entities are during the psychic hours of
9:00 PM to 6:00 am, though it is possible to produce results at any hour -
even during daylight. Trial and error has revealed that photos usually turn
out better at night, but don't let that discourage you from taking them
during the day. Spirits don't have a set schedule and may be present at any
time.
CAPTURING EVP RECORDINGS
The first and best tip for making EVP Recordings is to NEVER GIVE UP!
Though it is definitely possible, EVP recordings are extremely difficult to
capture on tape. Nonetheless, here are some tips that should help you in
your quest for disembodied voices.
1.
Use a recorder with a separate microphone. Recorders with the microphone
built inside create unwanted sounds generated by the internal motor and
wheels. A separate microphone greatly diminishes this type of interference.
2.
Place the recorder in an area you feel will get the best results, and make
sure no people will be present during the recording.
3.
Keep conversations to a minimum. When you do talk, speak clearly in a normal
tone of voice. Never whisper. This will help you distinguish the difference
between an actual EVP and the voices of your team members
Our friend has donated a few EVP's took in a cemetery in. They do indeed
seem to have voices on them. What do YOU think these voices are saying?
POST GHOST HUNTING TIPS
After your investigation is over, it is time to review your film and tapes.
As boring as it may seem, it is extremely important that you pay close
attention to everything that was filmed or recorded. Place any relevant
paranormal pictures that have been developed with the corresponding data in
your log book, and be patient as you view the hours and hours of video tape
you may have. It is extremely easy to miss crucial evidence. Should
something appear on the film, freeze-frame the picture and study it
closely.
The same amount of patience applies to EVP recordings. Make sure you listen
carefully! If something out of the ordinary surfaces, rewind the tape and
listen again to try to distinguish what you are hearing.
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