Production Gear

Yes this is way off the path knowing that this is an alarm clock, not a functioning clapboard.  However, as the holidays are upon us, and the fact that this is too cool, I have to post this.

The coolest part of course is that you clap the clapboard to silence the alarm.  I want one.  $36

via [Gizmodo]

Not sure that you’ve noticed, but tripod articles aren’t to plentiful out there.  When I was with DV magazine and then Studio Monthly, I spent a good deal of time trying to get the staff to write about tripods.  The first time I tried to push the subject, it was because I was personally looking for a tripod in the $1,500-$2,000 range.  I couldn’t find a lot of good info.

Fast forward to today and now I’ve decided that my focus on the PVC will be on Tripods, Lighting and all-around production accessories and gear.  Stay tuned…

It’s a shame the latest issue of StudioDaily.com misses the mark a little in my opinion for a cover story.  Yes it’s on Tripods, but it’s more of a discussion on how they’re built.  An interesting read mind you, but not so much as to why a $2,000 tripod is better than a $1,000 and why.  However, check out this issue, where Will Holloway talks a little bit about various accessories.

So in the end, we’re going to be review some tripods here.  Look at lighting, kits and stand-alone lights, and of course we’ll also look at gear, grip equipment and more.  I’m also looking for a writer to help me with this column.  If you’re interested email: