Comments on: Contest Entry: Burning Steel Wool

By: Mike Macdonald

Mike Macdonald — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:42:12 +0000

A genius idea! I’m definitely going to have a go at that!

By: Alex No Logo

Alex No Logo — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 10:58:13 +0000

Wow, I loved it!! Thank you guys for sharing this, I think I’ll try it…

By: Sasha

Sasha — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 22:32:22 +0000

Amazing video, well filmed and very informative! In addition, the final pictures are great and made me a little (to say the least) jealous. Want to try it now!

By: Miky.T.

Miky.T. — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 05:58:28 +0000

WOW! That is really cool. The pictures are amazing and the camera effects add to the visuals. Great techniques guys, it looks fantastic.

By: Jono

Jono — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 05:56:42 +0000

hey guys thanks for the comments.
firstly in reply to
Mister Ian. in the other posting of this vid on the forum page i did actually address the fire risks. obviously i need to do so again. in the numerous times we have been doing this type of photo shoot we have only managed to set fire to a small clump of dry grass. this was easily stooped with a swift stomp of the foot. at first i was worried that we would have lots of fires. but the more we have done it i released that you need to keep an eye out but it is not a huge risk. the steel wool is a cool burn so by the time the sparks have hit the ground they do not have enough heat to do much harm.
the time the small clump of grass did catch fire was when i did not tie the steel wool on properly and the entire clump flew off.

secondly in reply to
Bwyan. what’s wrong with my hoody remember we are Aussies lol
if you read the forum post that also has been addressed. i have only had one piece go down my back. when in the middle all sparks go away from you. no problem. but if you are doing it with more than one person as we have done in a previous shoot it is best to keep your eyes shut or ware safety glasses. , safety precautions should be taken at all times.

Laurin
the sparks are hot ehough to give you a bit of a sting. but mostly just bounce off.

By: Perry

Perry — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 05:24:12 +0000

Thanks for the video. Lots of great ideas. I especially loved the skateboard track. I’ll be using that for sure!

By: Sterling

Sterling — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 16:18:48 +0000

Epic vid guys!

By: Laurian

Laurian — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 09:53:51 +0000

Excellent video, cool results!

How does the steel wool burn ? Are those cold or hot sparks ? Was there any worry to setting the whole place on fire or suffering minor burns ?

By: Bwyan

Bwyan — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 09:05:46 +0000

Niice!
Not to sure about that stripy hoody thought…? ;)
Ever get that stuff in your eyes?

By: B. Moore

B. Moore — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 08:12:25 +0000

Who cares how he does it as long as he is satisfied with the end result!

I know I am more than satisfied… love it!

So Dave, Jono, and Braden keep doin what your doin because it is Amazing art and you just inspired me to give a shot at it this weekend. thanks. where to you post your final photo at? flickr? smugmug?