Kirlian Photography Device
Create striking photographs of the glowing corona discharge around leaves, coins, flowers, and other subjects using digital cameras, film, or video.
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Model 5
KPD-05 | $339.95The Model 5 is a complete, professional-grade Kirlian photography system designed for digital cameras, SLR film cameras, and low-light video. It includes an adjustable high-voltage power supply, a Transparent Discharge Plate (TDP), and a Ground Plate (GP).
The Transparent Discharge Plate allows you to shoot Kirlian photographs using standard digital cameras, film, and video without any modifications to your camera. We recommend a camera with macro mode and a multi-second shutter speed capability (1–15 seconds).
- Adjustable high-voltage power supply with on/off switch, discharge switch, Hi-Low frequency switch, and variable frequency control
- Transparent Discharge Plate (TDP) for digital, film, and video cameras
- Black Ground Plate (GP) for grounding inanimate objects
- ¼" jack for optional foot switch — frees both hands during shooting
- Optional sheet film adapter (not included) for 4"×5" color, B&W, and Polaroid film
- Input voltage: 117–120 VAC at 60 Hz
- Also available to rent — read more
Kirlian Photography: Fact & Fiction
A full-length documentary produced by Triple Ace Productions in association with Images Scientific Instruments. Running time: approximately 24 minutes, color.
Directed by Lou Affortunato, this film critically examines the phenomenal claims surrounding Kirlian photography — including aura reading, health forecasting, and the famous phantom leaf effect — and separates verified science from popular myth.
Digital Kirlian Photography
Photographer's Guide for Shooting Spectacular Kirlian Photographs
By John Iovine | Images Publishing, 2016
A comprehensive experimenter's guide covering how to build your own Kirlian equipment, use digital cameras, iPhones, and low-light video cameras, and produce stunning Kirlian images. Perfect for photographers, artists, scientists, and hobbyists.
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About the Documentary
Since the 1970s there has been much reported on and written about Kirlian photography. Some reports make phenomenal claims regarding its usefulness — including whether a Kirlian photograph can capture a person's aura or soul, whether it can forecast illness before it becomes physically manifested, and whether the phantom leaf effect has ever been scientifically validated.
This documentary, "Kirlian Photography: Fact and Fiction," answers these questions and more with rigorous scientific inquiry. Featuring Elizabeth Pawlowski, Louis Affortunato, Gregory Colletti, and John Iovine.
Feature Running Time: Approx. 24 minutes | Color | Made in the USA
Also available for separate purchase: Purchase the Kirlian DVD
Sample Kirlian Photographs
The images below were all captured using the Kirlian Photography Device. They demonstrate the range of subjects — leaves, flowers, coins, and fingertips — and the variety of corona discharge patterns produced at different frequencies and voltage settings.
Resources & Information
Wikipedia
Background on the history, science, and cultural significance of Kirlian photography.
Read on Wikipedia ↗DIY Build Guide
Step-by-step instructions for building your own Kirlian photography device from scratch.
Read Guide ↗Device Manual
Full operating manual for the Kirlian Photography Device in PDF format (1.8 MB).
Download PDF ↗Rent the Device
The Model 5 is available for short-term rental — ideal for projects, research, or events.
Rental Information ↗Kirlian Waiver
Required before purchase. Please review and complete the waiver form prior to ordering.
Complete Waiver ↗Video Demonstrations & Tutorials
The following videos demonstrate how to use the Kirlian Photography Device with various film types and camera setups. Instructional animations are also included.
Animated Tutorials