Example result: Coloured smoke art
AI-generated example · Smoke Art
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Coloured smoke art

This prompt shows wisps of smoke in two colours curling and drifting in slow motion against a black background.

video-smoke-art-drift — veo — 34 words

Wisps of [COLOUR] and [COLOUR] smoke curl and drift in slow motion against a black background, delicate tendrils twisting into abstract shapes, soft studio lighting, macro detail, elegant and moody, smooth motion, no objects.

Great for intros, titles and music channel backdrops.

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What you will get

Slow-motion wisps of smoke in your two colours curling and drifting against black, delicate tendrils twisting into abstract shapes, with soft studio light and macro detail, and no objects.

Why it works

Smoke art is about shape and contrast, so the prompt puts coloured wisps on pure black with soft studio light. Slow motion lets each curl form and fade, which is what makes it calming to watch. With no objects and plenty of empty space, it works as a backdrop for titles, intros and music channels, as the tip says.

Common mistake

The smoke fills the frame like fog.

Fix: Ask for thin wisps with plenty of black space around them, so each curl is visible.

Also watch for
  • The two colours blend into one. Ask for each colour rising from a different side and meeting in the middle.
  • The motion is fast and messy. Ask for very slow motion with smooth, curling movement.
Try a variation: ink in water

Swap smoke for ink drops blooming in clear water, in the same colours, for a softer, rounder look.

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thin wisps with plenty of black space around them, each colour rising from a different side and meeting in the middle, very slow smooth curling

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