Black Smoke Bombs - Colored Smoke Bombs and Smoke Sticks
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Black Smoke Bombs for Weddings
Black smoke bombs are a great way to add drama to your wedding photos.
The photos created can become a great memory for years to come! They add a dramatic and formal feeling in the background. Combined with white smoke bombs
Black Smoke Bombs for Photo Shoots
Smoke bombs can be used for a variety of activities such as photography, and special effects in movies, weddings, parties and military exercises. Black Smoke bombs also make a great back drop for Halloween shoots.
Some people use smoke bombs for photo shoots because they provide a dramatic effect. To create the best images with smoke bombs, use black smoke canisters to give a mysterious and ethereal appearance to your photos. The black smoke from our smoke bombs will not reflect light on the subject you are photographing so that it does not interfere with the image.
Black also allows you to play more with color. When paired with bright colors like red or yellow, black provides a bold contrast that is sure to captivate your audience.
Black Smoke Bomb for Photography
Smoke bombs are the perfect tool for adding drama to your photos. The billowing smoke adds a ton of texture and depth, making for beautiful results every time.
Black Smoke Bomb for Birthday Parties
While we love using our colored smoke bombs for fun in the yard or at birthday parties, our black smoke bomb is great for any type of photography!
Black Smoke Bombs for Special Effects
Black smoke bombs are used for special effects, including in movies and other film productions, theatre, music videos and live performances. Black smoke is so versatile in any video production or photoshoot.
Black smoke bombs are also great to use for car, motorcyle, and military photos.
Military Black Smoke Bombs
Military black smoke bombs are used for signaling, diversionary devices and smoke screens. Black smoke bombs are often used with incendiary devices to delay or divert emergency response personnel.
These devices produce large quantities of black smoke which is useful when you need a distraction or diversionary device. They can also be used for training purposes such as police officers learning how to enter a burning building or military personnel practicing operations in an environment where there is thick black smoke that might impair their vision and hearing. Black smoke can be vital for training purposes.
Fun Halloween Black Smoke Bombs
Most smoke bombs are colored, but there are also fun black smoke bombs.The fun part is for trying to create a spooky, dark Halloween photo, as a background, or billowing out of a pumpkin head. The black and orange look is a classic Halloween photo. The black smoke can also be used in a caldron. A photo with a witch stirring a cauldron with black smoke is classic. Get creative! Dressing up as a skeleton for Halloween with a black smoke bomb in the background is a perfect way to create the perfect Halloween photo. Carve your pumpkin and place a black smoke bomb in the middle of the pumpkin you just carved. The black smoke looks great in either a traditional orange pumpkin or for even more drama use a white carved pumpkin.
Black smoke bombs are perfect for any occasion, photo shoot, wedding, party or military use.
Black smoke bombs are the perfect addition to any celebration, whether it's a birthday party, wedding, photo shoot or military training exercise. I know what you're thinking - "How can something so exciting and fun be used for military training?" Well, let me tell you. This is because black smoke bombs are a 1.4G/1.4S pyrotechnic device (cool-burning and non-toxic) that is not only great for parties but also has been used by military personnel as training devices. They are safe, easy to use and they produce large volumes of thick black smoke quickly. So don't wait! Get yours today! You won't regret it.
Black Smoke Bombs for Football and Sports Entrance
Black smoke is a great addition for your football entrances. The black smoke could signify power or simply just part of your school colors, such as orange and black for the Cincinnati
Bengals. The smoke will definitely draw attention to the grand entrance onto the field.It also gets the players fired up for the win. You can use the smoke for all sports entrances. You could also use it every time a touchdown, home run or a soccer goal is scored. Use smoke bombs for your team pictures as well. Have your football players run thru a tunnel of black smoke for that memorable entrance.
Black Smoke Bombs for “Death to my” photoshoots
Death to my Twenties, Thirties, Forties, Fifties and Sixties for every decade birthday is a great way to celebrate birthdays. For an outdoor party right before the cake is brought out is a great dramatic way to celebrate your birthday party. Black smoke bomb billowing in the background also makes for a great birthday party photoshoot with all of your friends. That would be a birthday photo to remember
Black Smoke Sticks for Couples Photoshoots
Black smoke for Couple Photography is the best! As you can see in the above photos, it adds just the right amount of allure to the couples photoshoot. Both women in the photos are wearing black dresses. This kind of photo is a keeper. You can either have the black smoke in the background or in the forefront. Just be sure to have your photographer time it just right and keep the shutter clicking to capture the perfect moment. It almost gives it a dream-like feeling.
Why is Shipping so Expensive?
When we ship smoke bombs they are considered hazmat material which is a very regulated product to ship. There are many regulations and rules in transporting hazardous materials and these rules must be followed. In order for the courier to deliver these types of products we must follow their guidelines and of course are required to do so. In order to make the order worth your while it is best to order more units. Please remember our smoke bombs keep for years if stored cool and dry.
Can I bring smoke bombs on airplanes or check them in baggage?
This question comes up time and time again. The answer is no, no, and no. You cannot check them in baggage and you cannot bring them on airplanes. They are considered hazardous material and you will be fined.
⚠ Safety Notes
- Always use smoke grenades outdoors in well-ventilated areas
- Keep a fire extinguisher or water source nearby
- Hold away from face, clothing, and flammable materials
- Supervise children at all times -- adults only should handle activation
- Check local regulations before use -- see our state-by-state legality guide
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best color smoke bomb for photography?
The best color depends on your creative goal, but a few standouts lead the pack. White smoke from the WP40 Wire Pull produces a clean, neutral cloud that works across virtually every background and lighting condition, making it the go-to for portrait and wedding work. Red and orange are the most optically visible colors in outdoor daylight, cutting through bright skies with strong contrast. Purple delivers immediate drama and pairs beautifully with golden hour light or green foliage backdrops. For beach or winter sessions with pale backgrounds, deeper tones like blue or green add punch without overpowering the subject. All nine colors (Black, Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, and Yellow) are available across Enola Gaye formats including the WP40, which burns for roughly 90 seconds, giving you ample time to compose, shoot, and reposition. The most reliable rule: choose a smoke color that sits opposite your background on the color wheel for maximum visual contrast and separation.
Do colored smoke bombs stain?
Staining risk is real but highly manageable when you follow Enola Gaye's official guidance. The dye particulate is concentrated near the smoke vent, so direct vent contact with fabric is the primary staining scenario. At normal shooting distances, fabric staining is minimal to nonexistent. For the person activating the device, wearing darker clothing is a smart precaution, and gloves are mandatory per Enola Gaye safety documentation regardless of staining concern. White smoke produces the least visible residue on light clothing, while darker saturated colors like Red, Purple, and Orange carry the highest dye load. Any residue that does land on fabric typically washes out with standard detergent, though immediate rinsing improves results. The WP40 Wire Pull and Twin Vent II both vent horizontally, so pointing the vent away from subjects and clothing is straightforward. In short, smart positioning eliminates nearly all staining risk at typical photography distances.
How many colors are available?
Enola Gaye produces smoke grenades in nine distinct colors: Black, Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, and Yellow. Shutter Bombs carries these colors across multiple formats, including the compact EG25 Wire Pull with its 25-second per-unit burn, the flagship WP40 Wire Pull with a 90-second burn, the Twin Vent II which pushes smoke from dual vents for an immediately wide cloud, and the TP40 with top-cap activation. Not every color is available in every format simultaneously, so checking current inventory at shutterbombs.com ensures you get the specific color-and-format combination you need. For high-volume shoots or multi-color gender reveal setups, the EG25 10-pack is a cost-effective way to stock up. With nine colors on offer, creative combinations for editorial, event, and commercial photography are virtually limitless.
Does Shutter Bombs sell black smoke bombs?
Shutter Bombs carries Enola Gaye smoke grenades across all nine available colors, which include Black as a listed option alongside Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, and Yellow. If Black is currently in stock, it will appear on the site in formats like the WP40 Wire Pull, which delivers a 90-second burn, or the EG25 Wire Pull for a shorter 25-second burst. For photographers chasing a dark, moody aesthetic when Black stock is limited, deep Purple is the darkest-toned alternative in the Enola Gaye lineup and photographs with similar atmospheric weight, especially in open shade or at dusk. Pairing Purple and Blue simultaneously from a Twin Vent II or two WP40s creates an extremely dense, dark cloud. Check current inventory directly at shutterbombs.com for real-time color and format availability.
What is the darkest smoke bomb color available from Shutter Bombs?
Black is included in Enola Gaye's nine-color lineup and, when in stock at Shutter Bombs, is the darkest option available. The WP40 Wire Pull in Black delivers the full 90-second output that makes Enola Gaye the industry standard, producing a dense, voluminous dark cloud ideal for editorial, horror, and gothic photography styles. When Black is out of stock, deep Purple is the next darkest option and consistently photographs with a heavy, brooding quality, particularly in low-light conditions or overcast environments where ambient light does not dilute the color saturation. Shooting at dusk or in shaded locations amplifies the apparent darkness of any saturated smoke color. For maximum output and the densest possible cloud in darker tones, the Twin Vent II format is worth considering since its dual-vent design pushes a wider smoke column immediately upon activation, creating a more enveloping effect in a single unit.
What photography styles pair well with dark-colored smoke?
Dark smoke colors, particularly Black, Purple, and deep Blue from the Enola Gaye lineup, are exceptionally well-suited to gothic portraiture, horror concept shoots, industrial editorial, heavy metal and hard rock artist photography, and dark fantasy compositing work. The dense, voluminous output of the WP40 Wire Pull (90-second burn) gives you sustained atmospheric cover for multi-frame sequences, which is critical when working with complex lighting rigs or directing talent through specific poses. Shooting in open shade eliminates competing highlights that wash out smoke density, and dusk sessions benefit from the natural low-contrast ambient light that lets dark smoke hold its visual weight in frame. Abandoned industrial locations, dark stone architecture, and overcast exterior environments all complement dark smoke aesthetics. Always keep bystanders at a safe distance after activation, wear gloves and eye protection during ignition, and never use near dry grass or flammable surfaces regardless of creative context.
Can I mix multiple dark smoke colors to simulate black smoke?
Mixing dark smoke colors is one of the most effective techniques for achieving a near-black smoke aesthetic in photography. Activating Purple and deep Blue WP40 Wire Pull grenades simultaneously creates an extremely dense, dark cloud where the two colors visually blend at distance, particularly in lower-light conditions. The WP40's 90-second burn means both units stay active long enough for thorough intermixing before the cloud disperses. For even faster color integration, the Twin Vent II's dual-vent design pushes volume immediately, accelerating the blending effect within the first few seconds. Position the two units close together but always keep all bystanders at a safe distance after activation, and ensure the person igniting wears gloves and eye protection during ignition via the wire pull. In post-processing, subtle desaturation and a slight luminosity reduction deepens the perceived darkness of the blended smoke cloud without destroying the texture detail photographers rely on.
What is the best color smoke bomb for photography?
White is the most versatile. Red and orange are the most visible. Purple adds drama. Choose colors that contrast with your background for the best results.
Do colored smoke bombs stain?
They can leave temporary residue on light clothing. Dark clothing is recommended. Most residue washes out. White smoke stains the least.
How many colors are available?
All Enola Gaye products come in 9 colors: Black, Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, and Yellow.
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About Shutter Bombs
Shutter Bombs is a colored smoke grenade company, shipping Enola Gaye products since 2017. We put Enola Gaye smoke grenades in the hands of photographers, event planners, gender reveal parties, and creative professionals across the US. Every product ships from our US warehouse in 1-3 business days. Questions? Email hello@shutterbombs.com.