DIY High Speed Camera for Repetitive Motion
Posted on June 29, 2011 in Effects and Stunts | No Comments
Using a Quantum Pulse Generator and a Canon T2i, Youtube user Destin rigs up a high speed camera for recording repetitive motion.
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IKEA DIY DSLR Shoulder Mount
Posted on June 22, 2011 in Cinematography | 2 Comments
Cris Knight made this DSLR shoulder mount for his Canon 5D from some old pipe and an IKEA cutting board.
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DIY Magnetic Silly Putty
Posted on June 14, 2011 in Effects and Stunts, Off Topic | No Comments
We have done lots of DIY posts here on IQ, but this one is a little off topic (maybe more than a little). Although, we really hope someone can find a way to use this cool effect in their film.
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DIY DSLR PVC Shoulder Rig Tutorial
Posted on May 26, 2011 in Cinematography, General Production | 6 Comments
This video by Dave Knop covers the process of building your own DIY PVC shoulder rig for your camera (Also known as a Camera Stablizer). There are all kinds of PVC shoulder rig tutorials on the web, but this design is made specifically for a DSLR camera.
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DIY DSLR Anti-Twist Plate
Posted on May 25, 2011 in Cinematography | No Comments
DSLRs have a tendency to twist while on a tripod or rig. In this video, Caleb Pike shows you how to make an affordable anti-twist plate for your DSLR.
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25 DIY Tutorials for Video & Music Audio
Posted on May 23, 2011 in Audio, Featured, Sound Design | No Comments
Audio is one of the most important aspects of you film. Some may say it is even more important than video. Unfortunately if on a small budget you may not be able to afford for all the expensive equipment required for great sound. With that in mind, we created this list of25 DIY Audio Tutorials to help stretch that budget.
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$60 Portable 4-Panel LED Video Light Solution
Posted on May 17, 2011 in Lighting | No Comments
Ron Risman demonstrates the Coleman QUAD Lantern 4-panel LED lighting system. When attached to the Lantern they provides bright 360-degree illumination for up to 75 hours on 8 “D” batteries. The four LED light panels have their own NiMH rechargeable battery system and can be removed and placed or hung anywhere for up to 1.5 hours of continuous lighting. Place back onto the main lantern and they automatically recharge.
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DIY DSLR Bokeh Effect
Posted on May 16, 2011 in Cinematography | 2 Comments
Eirik Solheim shows you how to make a DIY cardboard hood for creating your own custom bokeh effects with your DSLR.
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$2.50 DIY Follow Focus Assist
Posted on May 12, 2011 in Cinematography | 2 Comments
In this video Tony Carretti shows you how to use a $2.50 jar opener as a do it yourself Follow Focus Assist.
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DIY: Back to the Future Hoverboard
Posted on May 12, 2011 in Effects and Stunts | No Comments
Zack from Indy Mogul shows you how to make one of cinema’s most iconic toys, the Mattel Hoverboard from Back to the Future 2.
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DIY Pregnancy Belly
Posted on May 3, 2011 in Effects and Stunts, Makeup | 3 Comments
Here’s how you can make a pregnancy belly that won’t result in 18 years of financially crippling child support payments.
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Most Awesomest “Kitchen Sink” DIY DSLR Rig
Posted on April 29, 2011 in Outtakes | 3 Comments
Some times having a follow focus just isn’t enough. Here Jon Barnes demonstrates how he put together his DIY DSLR rig including an old skool Nintendo controller.
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DIY Steadicam Shot Without a Steadicam!
Posted on April 21, 2011 in Cinematography, Editing | 4 Comments
Check out this simple and effective tutorial to learn how to shoot a tracking shot of a running scene with just your camera and a tripod! This camera trick will give your next film the look of a steadicam or zipline dolly rig.
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Build a DIY Ring Light
Posted on April 12, 2011 in Lighting | No Comments
A ring light is a circular panel of light that goes around the outside of the camera lens to get create a full, soft, shadow-less light on the subject matter. Used in photography, the use of a ring light has become a popular stylistic choice in the fashion/commercial filmmaking styles. Here’s an tutorial on how to make your own Ring light and an example of the stunning look it creates.
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22 DIY DSLR Camera Rigs
Posted on April 6, 2011 in Cinematography, Featured, General Production | 5 Comments
DSLR cameras have revolutionized the world of independent filmmaking. One of the most attractive features is their relatively low cost, but once you starting adding rigs and other accessories that cost can go up quick. In an effort to expand your DSLR’s capabilities without shrinking your wallet we put together this DIY DSLR round-up for you.
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