Wizard of OZ .... Witch smoke..... instant

[Hotdemonfuzz]

Hi everyone

This is my first post so please let me know if i do something wrong.

My problem is in the Wizard of Oz when the witch appears out of no where... i need instant smoke but cannot put a smoke machine due to no power and lack of space... I believe i saw some beads a while ago that claimed to produce instant smoke when broken, has anyone every heard of or used these? if so do you know where i can buy them online or in AUS?

I'm open to any suggestions you guys and girls have

thanks very much

Jack

If you need more info i can get it for you.

[venuetech]

we used a CO2 fire extinguisher.

[coasterboard]

we used a CO2 fire extinguisher.

I love it when the best solution is also the simplest. I'm definitely going to use this one

[What Rigger?]

I've seen this used in a multitude of productions. The sound it makes is also kinda cool (pardon the pun).

[derekleffew]

we used a CO2 fire extinguisher.

IF you do go this route, please make sure it's an EXTRA fire extinguisher and label it clearly "EFX ONLY--NOT for Fire Fighting!" or some such. Should an actual fire occur, you don't want someone attempting to use a partially depleted or empty extinguisher. I'd paint it a non-red color also.

[Les]

I'm not sure how well this product works, or if it's available in your area, but there is "fog-in-a-can"

Fantasy FX Professional Haze Spray "Fog In A Can" Diffusion 8oz. (Ships By Ground Only) - Filmtools
The disclaimer does indicate that the haze may be virtually invisible without well-placed lighting to shine through the particulate.

I'm also with Derek on painting the fire extinguisher some non-standard color if you go that route. I know that in some U.S. jurisdictions, abandoned fire hydrants are painted black, but any color other than red, white or silver (along with a "SPECIAL EFX" label) should work.

[kicknargel]

Fog in a can is way under-powered for what you need. It's a very thin haze, mostly for a party in your dorm room.

[Sayen]

We filled a pair of 50 gallon trashbags with fog from a regular party grade fog machine, then whooshed it out from offstage where the witch entered. Worked perfectly.

[Hotdemonfuzz]

Hey guys

thanks very much for the Idea's the Co2 effect looks cool on Youtube That is the effect i am looking for, but just to clear up the details

all I need is a regular co2 fire extinguisher
then I just place it where I need it and press the button at the time, or use a solenoid valve and remote control it

that sounds to simple, am I missing something?

thanks

[sk8rsdad]

That's about it. Be careful in your selection of CO2 extinguisher. Some of them scream like a banshee.

[Woodj32177]

And be careful, liquid CO2 can cause instant frostbite. Never point it at anyone.