May 12, 2008
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Hi All,
Just wanted to know if anyone out there know of any great websites for creating budget film equipment like Dollies, Jibs, Dolly Track, Steadicam, etc.
Thanks
Steve
ebay is a good source to look, got most of my stuff there, either from building it from plans I purchased or used equipment.
-jason
Steve,
MicroFilmmaker Magazine routinely presents DIY for creating tech and gear. Website is as follows:
http://www.microfilmmaker.com/
Bill
There is quite a plethora of DIY tutorials on YouTube, some aren’t very good, but there are few Really good ones. Here are a few to get yuor search started.
many low-budget tips and tutorials: http://www.indyMogul.com http://www.youtube.com/user/indymogul
how to make a track dolly: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcMPhuhqVO4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPrUTahDxsw http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMjb55OWEPM
how to build camera jib/crane: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3BIesfu6zw - from indy mogul - good http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZT22p0FGsVM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIqyv2lLUp0
You should check out http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=4jIilhAUVKw&feature=PlayList&p=8655E21667E96019&index=0
There are loads of other tips on there as well, and they are actually quite funny to watch as well.