Fireman

This spot news opportunity happened right out side my apartment window in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I heard a pop and an explosion outside, which seemed to spontaneously catch a dumpster on fire. Neighbors started to gather as the firemen arrived at the scene. I photographed this fireman right as he became engulfed by the thick yellow smoke in his haste to extinguish the fire.  

Smoke

Its amazing what interesting effects you can have with smoke. This was photographed using two Alien Bee strobes with a blue gel attached. Using different color gels you can come up with very unique images. When using a red gel the smoke almost appeared to be fire.