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Here are some photos submitted to us that we thought visitors may be interested in viewing. We make no claims regarding these although we may include comments where possible, it is up to the viewer to ultimately decide what they believe appears on the image. More photos can viewed, discussed and displayed on our Forum.

Our photograph analysis section includes members with over 28 years experience in electronic prepress, photographic reproduction and digital imaging. To submit images: If hosted elsewhere (eg. photobucket or similar) they can be posted on our Forum, alternatively photos may be submitted using the photo submission form. We can't respond to all images but we'll certainly try!

If pictures are rated we use the same rating criteria we use for our own images - most images here would have to be labelled "inconclusive" which basically means there are possible natural causes which cannot be fully eliminated or that there is insufficient information to enable a conclusion to be reached. With this stance it is possible that some true paranormal events may be discarded on the fact that they could be something else, but for an event to be regarded as truely solid evidence it does demand collaborating data and that all other possibilities be considered. Ultimately it does come down to the viewers opinion - What do you think?

Margaret from Glen Burnie, MD, United States submitted this photo taken on August 31st 2008.
Her story: "My daughter, her friend, and myself went to Annapolis and I was taking a picture of them on the dock with my Kodak digital 34mm 8.1 mega pixels camera. When I got home and downloaded them to my computer I saw something to the left of the picture and enhanced it on my computer so I could get a better look. The picture shows a sailor in the background that wasn't there when I took the picture and you can see through him. It was a dry night.".

We feel the most likely explanation for this image is "Flash Ghosting", further details can be found in the forum.
"STREAK OF LIGHT" Vicki from Queensland Australia
Vicki snapped this picture at Mudgeeraba Cemetery in Queensland on July 1st 2006.
The original file has been examined and image manipulation has been ruled out.
There were no other light sources present other than the camera flash and the camera did not have a strap attached. One possibility here is that a flash synchronisation issue has played a part. Also note the fainter duplicate of the streak in the background.
"MORE STREAKS!" Kate from Melbourne Australia
Kate submitted this interesting picture she took at the Quarantine Station in Sydney.
There were people with lanterns and other cameras present on the visit.
A possible cause is flash synchronisation - given the exposure time of 4 seconds and that a flash is typically 1/1000th of a second, the shutter was open and capturing any light available in the darkness for a considerable length of time. Any movement of the light or photographers camera during this time would result in light trails.
"MIST" Harley from Forest Hill Victoria Australia
Harley submitted this picture he took at his home in Forest Hill. The image shows no evidence of tampering.
There were no people smoking at the time and and heat sources were located on the opposite side of the house, there was no open fireplace and no fog was noted on during the evening.
The picture is rated as "inconclusive" (see note regarding ratings at the top of the page).
"Figures" Sheila from Northumberland, England
Found amongst old family photo's, this photo is a good example of double exposure. The subject of this picture was the two gentlemen just outside the doorway, there were no others present. On developing another two people appeared.
A closer look shows that the darker areas of the main picture allowed the brighter areas from the second exposure to be revealed. The arm of the man in the background overlaps the shoulder of the man in the foreground (left) and the brickwork is seen on the man's trousers.
Upon enhancement the submitter could identify the people in the image and confirmed that all were living when the photograph was taken. The picture is rated as "explained".
"Light Streaks" Deb's image from Provost Dungeon in South Carolina
Comments: In suppressing the camera flash, the camera has compensated by giving a greater exposure. The streaks or trails evident in the image are consistent with camera movement during exposure. Such camera movement need only be very slight and may not be noticed at the time.
Trails from each point of light are identical which confirms the uniform movement of the camera. At two points during the exposure the camera was more stationery, indicated by the brighter regions in the trail. This also explains the blurred "double" image of the railing and desk.
This is common with hand held, long exposure photographs and often coincides with the start and end points of the exposure. At some point it appears the camera may have been obscured by a person wearing a knitted jumper which is also shown in the image. The image is rated as "Natural explanation highly likely".
Margaret from Glen Burnie MD USA
Margaret from Glen Burnie, MD, United States submitted this photo taken on April 4th 2008, one of several similar pictures. The site is a VFW and they have had several members pass away and believe they are still with us.

Possibilities for this image include flash synchronisation - given the exposure time of 4 seconds and that a flash is typically 1/1000th of a second, the shutter was open and capturing any light available in the darkness for a considerable length of time. Any movement of the light or photographers camera during this time would result in light trails similar to those shown.
Margaret from Glen Burnie MD USA
Margaret from Glen Burnie, MD, United States submitted this photo taken on April 4th 2008, one of several similar pictures. The site is a VFW and they have had several members pass away and believe they are still with us.

Possibilities for this image include flash synchronisation - given the exposure time of 4 seconds and that a flash is typically 1/1000th of a second, the shutter was open and capturing any light available in the darkness for a considerable length of time. Any movement of the light or photographers camera during this time would result in light trails similar to those shown.
Margaret from Glen Burnie MD USA
Margaret from Glen Burnie, MD, United States submitted this photo taken on April 4th 2008, one of several similar pictures. The site is a VFW and they have had several members pass away and believe they are still with us.

Possibilities for this image include flash synchronisation - given the exposure time of 4 seconds and that a flash is typically 1/1000th of a second, the shutter was open and capturing any light available in the darkness for a considerable length of time. Any movement of the light or photographers camera during this time would result in light trails similar to those shown.
Kimberly from Indianapolis USA
Kimberly submitted this photo which was taken at the Crowne Plaza San Carlos Golf Resort in Chandler Arizona. Specs from the camera are included. Later Kimberly learned that the hotel was reportedly haunted and noticed the white, smoky haze outside the The Gene Tunney Room (2nd from the left). Staff members said that a woman who was staying in this room was either murdered or committed suicide in the late 1920's.
"ORBS" Duncan from Melbourne Australia
Duncan apparently is a medium, this picture is one of many he has of orbs which appear in photos taken around his home in Melbourne.
The original file has been examined and image manipulation has been ruled out. Of particular interest is the blue "orb" at waist height.
The subject of much debate, "orbs" are a common occurrence and most can be attributed to out of focus dust and moisture. This image is included as an example of a typical "orb" photograph.
"FIGURE" Lee from Canberra Australia
This picture was taken by Lee, our Canberra Liaison on a visit to Old Geelong Gaol with the GRI team in March 2009.

Unfortunately this was taken early in the evening whilst equipment was being set up and so the DVR cameras were not covering the area at the time.

Analysis of the image appears in the forum
"FIGURE & SHADOW" Diana from Newfoundland
This picture submitted by Diana from Newfoundland Paranormal Society.

The picture was taken on board a Canadian Naval Frigate and the photographer states that the there shouldn't have been anyone present in the area other than himself and collegue who are accounted for. A further shadow type figure appears to the right.

Analysis of the image appears in the forum