Well it turns out using the flash is my only option for freezing the smoke trails the way I want. I think I'm where I need to go now. I used a straw and blew the smoke through it at the jar. I had a remote shutter and fired as the smoke looked billowy around the subjects. A flash fired from the above slightly front left and a studio light on the right. On top of black glass.
We used to get the cutest little nug jars from sponsors for winning contests. This was from a few years ago, and I use it all the time.
We used to get the cutest little nug jars from sponsors for winning contests. This was from a few years ago, and I use it all the time.
first year I'd say was a complete success 
everything is drying/curing now. Glad I wrote everything down for future grows to compare to, gonna miss my babushkas can't wait for next year I'll try growing from seeds instead of clones. Also I'll be starting the next grow in January 
Willie weed
