1
\$\begingroup\$

I found the photo on the Internet: http://cs312429.vk.me/v312429468/a94b/1Lm4JAjSziM.jpg

And I'm wondering. How is it even possible? Does this technique have a name? Any thoughts how to do it?

Improve this question
\$\endgroup\$
2
  • 2
    \$\begingroup\$ Have you tried asking this on the Graphics Design site? This is getting past the realm of general post-processing and may be better answered there. \$\endgroup\$
    – Joanne C
    Feb 14, 2014 at 11:59
  • \$\begingroup\$ No, @John. I didn't. I will sign up there as well. \$\endgroup\$
    – Roman Matveev
    Feb 16, 2014 at 9:11

1 Answer 1

Reset to default
3
\$\begingroup\$

You probably need a 3D modeling tool that can emit flames and smoke. That fire is actually more smoke-y than fire. Then create a rough sketch of the model, and simulate the burning.

Now, the more realistic your simulator is, the better it will look, obviously. The best simulators use very complex fluid simulation to achieve good results. E.g. see this simulation. 4 second from 5 hours of fluid simulation with 12000000 cells....

The other way is just to get photos of fire with transparency, and composite that over the model. You can end up with good results if you have good PS skills. Even better if you can paint over, as I think the image also has manual painting in it.

UPDATE: I stumbled upon this tutorial, and maybe this is exactly what you want...

Improve this answer
\$\endgroup\$
0

Your Answer

By clicking “Post Your Answer”, you agree to our terms of service and acknowledge that you have read and understand our privacy policy and code of conduct.

Not the answer you're looking for? Browse other questions tagged or ask your own question.