I was shooting still life (below) and trying the DIY color gels I got for cheap, really cheap!
After I got the shot, I saw those books (above) stacked in the shelf. Those aren't mine and I haven't read them, didn't even open them even a page. I know they are interesting books, for the stories, but I'm much interested in photography and just had them as subjects.
I really enjoy doing "DIYs" (Do-It-Yourself). It makes me feel like a product designer and producer - extracts the creative juices out of me.
If I can do something (for cheap) that serves the similar purpose like commercially available (but costly) products, then I'd give it a go.
A camera slider is one of the gear used in video or film making. It adds stability to your shot of static and dynamic subjects. Typically, a slider, as its name implies, slides your camera from point A to point B in a linear motion.
Anyway, here's what I've got.
Materials:
- Fancier (WF-571H) ball head
- 1 pc 3/8" bolt and nut for ball head's base
- 1 pc 1/2 " plywood (8" x 6" cut) as platform
- 2 pcs 1 1/2" x 1/2" wood (6" cut) for wheels' base
- 4 pcs plastic wheels
- 2 pcs 4' stainless round bar as rails
- 2 pcs 1 1/2" x 1/2" wood (8" cut) for round bars' base
- quick drying enamel (black) for finishing
Two-part sample video:
note: low light. no audio.
This gear was very useful when we produced a project video entry for a company video competition. Able to carry the weight of the D90 with battery grip and 18-105mm lens. Will post the final video soon, so watch out!
Overall, this DIY gear is a success. I'm so impressed with the results.
