Since I first began investigating the paranormal I've been intrigued by the unusual types of phenomenon we seem to encounter during our investigations. Like most paranormal investigators I have taken my fair share of orb pictures.  I have also photographed ectoplasm mist and I'm looking forward to the day that I can capture my first vortex or apparition.  These phenomenon have been experienced by most investigators at one time or another.  But we have also encountered some unusual phenomenon that we've never seen before.  So I've decided to spend some time studying these phenomenon more closely in the hopes that we can have a better understanding of them. -- Mark J.

It's routine during our investigations to set-up both standard lighting and infrared video cameras in the hopes of capturing spiritual anomalies.  So far in our efforts we have catalogued numerous orbs in motion, ectoplasm mist forming, and other unusual phenomenon.  Here are some excellent examples:

Orb In Motion - this is an interesting clip which shows an orb moving slowly across the room.  It was shot with a standard JVC Super VHS-C camcorder using normal lighting.  Notice how the orb seems to pulsate with light, almost like a lighthouse airplane beacon.  This strobe effect may have something to do with the camera I was using and the standard lighting, but I will continue to research it using both my standard and infrared cameras for comparison.

Multiple Orbs - This is an excellent video clip showing numerous orbs moving un multiple directions at once, therefore ruling out dust or airborne particles which tend to move with the airflow in one direction.  And since there was no fans on at the time or windows open, the air should have remained relatively still during the time we were recording.  The orbs themselves almost seem to be putting on a show for us.

Ectoplasm Mist - This was one of the first times I had ever seen someone capture ectoplasm mist on video.  Ectoplasm is hard enough to capture using a still camera, let alone a camcorder.  Bruce Uhl recorded this anomaly during an investigation using his infrared Sony DigiCam.

Another type of anomaly that we have captured during our investigations is what we call a "Flying Sock".  While not the most scientific sounding of terms, a flying sock describes an unusual type anomaly that is relatively large and appears to have mass, and is usually in motion.  My first encounter with such an anomaly was when I captured one on video in my own home where I've been experiencing paranormal activity for the past year. 

Flying Sock - You can see a bulbous, tadpole-shaped anomaly flying out from under the rocking chair and go streaking past the camera to the left.  If you single-frame the clip you can see the anomaly moving on a direct course past the camera.  And while it appears solid at first, as it nears the edge of the frame it starts to become transparent with the chair in the background visible through it.  Also notice how the cat lying on the floor seems to follow it as it moves across the room.  I recorded this anomaly with a JVC-Super VHS-C camcorder using a built-in light.  With the exception of a nightlight glowing in the left corner of the room, there was no other light illuminating the room at the time of recording. What also strikes me about this anomaly is that it appears that the camera light is not illuminating it.  Instead, it appears to be backlit by the nightlight behind it. 

To date we still are not sure how these anomalies are created.  One theory is that this phenomenon is made up of some form of electromagnetic energy.  And while it may be invisible to us, they may emanate a form of light energy that is measurable and can be captured our equipment, which is much more sensitive to other forms of light that our eyes can't see.  We will continue to research this phenomenon and bring you updates as often as possible.

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