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    DIY: Tiltable Overhead Camera Rig With LED Lights For Perfect Table Top Perspective Shots

    Sep 16, 2015 Tiffany Mueller

    There are lots of reasons why you may need to take an overhead photo of a desk or table top and, depending on your setup,…

    Starting With C-Stands? You Should Watch This C-Stands 101

    Feb 9, 2015 Udi Tirosh

    There comes a point at any photographer or videographer’s life where they start using big lights or other big gear and migrate to C-stands. Ok,…

    This Water Weight Bagel Is The Evolution Of Sand Bags

    Dec 2, 2014 Udi Tirosh

    With the advance of photography we are seeing smarter lighting, smarter tripods and smarter light stands (to the extent of having them voice activated), but…

    The GaffGun Straighten, Tapes and Secures Cables In Seconds

    Oct 14, 2014 Udi Tirosh

    If you ever had a set with lots of cables you know how important it is to have them all secured. Even with the best…

    Build Your Own Inexpensive Transport Equipment Cases

    Jun 26, 2014 Guest Author

    Basic tools and carpentry techniques can save you a lot of cash when protecting your valuable hardware! Like a lot of video producers on a…

    Use a DIY Super Clamp For Shooting in Confined Spaces

    Feb 7, 2012 Udi Tirosh

    If you ever had to shoot in a confined space you know that getting your light in the place can be challenging .Limited space, cabinets…

    Nasty Lil’ Lighting Thing

    Jul 14, 2009 Udi Tirosh

    It is always nice to see a good DIY project turn into a product. It is even better to see a nasty DIY project turn…

    Get Your Flash 100% On Axis With Umbrella

    May 4, 2009 Udi Tirosh

    OK, So if you look at the title and say ??@?#?$%%$@, it’s time for a little umbrella-holder intro. Umbrella holder AKA umbrella swivel is a…

    Voice Activated Lightstands

    May 2, 2009 Udi Tirosh

    There are times when setting up for a shot is not an option. Take the annual family gathering picnic for example. 8 adults, 6 kids…

    PVC Backdrop/Light Stand

    Nov 9, 2008 Udi Tirosh

    I love nothing better than a good PVC construction. This is why I was so happy when David Turman sent in this great PVC stand….