How to Light Paint a Smoke Effect with the Light Whip

In this Light Painting Photography Tutorial, I show you how to Light Paint a smoke or fog effect using the Light Whip from Light Painting Brushes. This is a simple and effective Light Painting technique that adds dynamic atmosphere to your images.

The key to success is slow, smooth movement. By gently waving the Light Whip through space, you can create the illusion of smoky light trails that swirl and drift like fog. This versatile technique works beautifully for Light Painting Portraits, abstracts, and environmental compositions.

If you enjoy this effect, be sure to also check out the related tutorial: How To Light Paint a Ghost, which also uses the Light Whip to achieve hauntingly beautiful results.

Light Painting Smoke Effect Example Images