DIY Photography

Your one stop shop for everything photo-video

  • News
  • Inspiration
  • Reviews
  • Tutorials
  • DIY
  • Gear
Search

Submit A Story

Repurpose a stroller as the ultimate mobile location lighting assistant

Nov 23, 2016 by David Hall 8 Comments

  • Share
  • Tweet
  • Flipboard
  • WhatsApp

stroller_lighting_assistant

For those of us that work solo and generally have no assistant, it’s always difficult to move around town with a lot of gear. I’ve tried pull carts, backpacks, roller bags… all work fine but still somewhat limited in my opinion and heavy.

I went on Craig’s List and found this Jogging Stroller for $40. It’s actually in great condition. I did have to replace one inner tube on one of the back tires (~$6), but other than that, it’s in fine shape.

I then went to Home Depot and found a down spout for $6 and tie wrapped it into the cart. I’ll look for something a bit more permanent over the holiday’s when I have more time. But, the concept seems to work just fine.

15069129_10207776241060494_1074453068997403232_o

I have my lightstand with Profoto B1 and a 2 x 3 softbox attached. I simply slip the lightstand into the down spout…uh, I mean Lightstand Holder  and the cart moves with little effort.

15168827_10207776241580507_3454636620611289847_o

Large tires make this a nice all terrain cart. My full camera bag sits where the baby used to sit. I now can carry all my prime lenses, and strobe plus a sandbag should I need to anchor my lightstand when it’s off the cart.

15194343_10207776240660484_6519688158149407727_o

Also, I can extend the lightstand and use it in place. If I’m on solid ground. Just set the brake on the jogging stroller, extend the lightstand to the height I need, and I’m off.

15110295_10207776241940516_2797505470466872145_o

Lower back down when I’m done with that location.

15196041_10207776240700485_8876905631966844734_o

If I need to take the lightstand out of the sheath, simply lift it out of its sheath and set it up like I normally do.

15156928_10207776240820488_7375445696889031627_o

So, what you do think? What other modifications can you suggest? Let us know in the comments.

About the Author

David Hall is a lifestyle and headshot photographer based in Pensacola, Florida. You can find out more about David and see his work on his website or Facebook page. Images used with permission.

FIND THIS INTERESTING? SHARE IT WITH YOUR FRIENDS!

  • Share
  • Tweet
  • Flipboard
  • WhatsApp

Related posts:

No assistant? No problem — a guide to mobile light diffusion Repurpose a glass dish as a DIY waterproof housing for your smartphone The “Ultimate Lens Hood” is… the ultimate lens hood? Default ThumbnailThe Ultimate Guide To Managing Batteries On Location

Filed Under: DIY Tagged With: David Hall, DIY, Lighting Assistant, Mobile Assistant, Push Chair, Stroller

Guest Author: from diyphotography.net

About Guest Author

This article was contributed to DIYP by a member of our community. If you would like to contribute an article, please contact us here.

« When a $30,000 RED camera meets a red bowling ball who wins?
Go behind the scenes to see how this VW bus was shot in the snow »

Submit A Story

Get our FREE Lighting Book

DIYP lighting book cover

* download requires newsletter signup
DIYPhotography

Recent Comments

Free Resources

Advanced lighting book

Recent Posts

  • Here’s a bullet time video booth you can build yourself
  • Ricoh has discontinued the HD PENTAX-DA 21mm F3.2AL Limited silver lens
  • This “stellar flower” unravels the twilight’s evolution in 360 degrees
  • Strobes vs Continuous LEDs – Which is right for you?
  • Wave goodbye to Apple’s My Photo Stream next month

Udi Tirosh: from diyphotography.netUdi Tirosh is an entrepreneur, photography inventor, journalist, educator, and writer based in Israel. With over 25 years of experience in the photo-video industry, Udi has built and sold several photography-related brands. Udi has a double degree in mass media communications and computer science.

Alex Baker: from diyphotography.netAlex Baker is a portrait and lifestyle driven photographer based in Valencia, Spain. She works on a range of projects from commercial to fine art and has had work featured in publications such as The Daily Mail, Conde Nast Traveller and El Mundo, and has exhibited work across Europe

David Williams: from diyphotography.netDave Williams is an accomplished travel photographer, writer, and best-selling author from the UK. He is also a photography educator and published Aurora expert. Dave has traveled extensively in recent years, capturing stunning images from around the world in a modified van. His work has been featured in various publications and he has worked with notable brands such as Skoda, EE, Boeing, Huawei, Microsoft, BMW, Conde Nast, Electronic Arts, Discovery, BBC, The Guardian, ESPN, NBC, and many others.

John Aldred: from diyphotography.netJohn Aldred is a photographer with over 20 years of experience in the portrait and commercial worlds. He is based in Scotland and has been an early adopter - and occasional beta tester - of almost every digital imaging technology in that time. As well as his creative visual work, John uses 3D printing, electronics and programming to create his own photography and filmmaking tools and consults for a number of brands across the industry.

Dunja Djudjic: from diyphotography.netDunja Djudjic is a multi-talented artist based in Novi Sad, Serbia. With 15 years of experience as a photographer, she specializes in capturing the beauty of nature, travel, and fine art. In addition to her photography, Dunja also expresses her creativity through writing, embroidery, and jewelry making.

Copyright © DIYPhotography 2006 - 2023 | About | Contact | Advertise | Write for DIYP | Full Disclosure | Privacy Policy