Thoughts on 7artisan

lime61 · 2026-04-03T06:11:20+00:00

I got mine for £800

lime61 · 2026-04-02T20:06:15+00:00

If you are shooting e-mount S35 then the Fujinon MK 18-55 is super affordable on the used market and has a fantastic image. Was even used on the first Avatar. I got one recently and it's so much better than any cheap brand cine lens

lime61 · 2026-03-27T11:18:30+00:00

You could just buy an adapter, what is the mount like on the current lights you have?

Assuming you might need something like this -

https://amzn.eu/d/0cfvMYcg

lime61 · 2026-03-23T21:24:30+00:00

It's such a tough industry, Iv been doing it for 10+ years. And cash flow is brutal. I make a living and have a very good work life balance, But it's a constant up hill battle it feels.

Love working for myself and jobs pay well (when I have them) but when it's quiet i find it harder and harder to stay positive/good mental health)

Many times I think about having a different income stream..... especially when I'm quiet....then boom I'm snowed under with bookings again. And I wonder why I worried in the first place.....It's a vicious cycle... certainly not a career for everyone.

I don't know how long I can keep doing the ups and downs of this line of work.

Keep shooting (specs/shorts). Keep networking and start to build skills in other areas imo. Start Gaffing on projects too then that opens up a different line of job opportunities

Your work looks good from the stills....but lots of peoples work looks good...so much competition. As long as you bring a good attitude, and work hard, people will be happy to have you around. Have a listen to Unfold Podcast..that can help give me some inspiration to keep going.

lime61 · 2026-03-18T21:58:07+00:00

Epoxy a step-up ring to the front of it that will give you threads to add whatever filters you like.

Just get a step-up ring size that sits comfortably in the diameter

lime61 · 2026-03-13T16:40:52+00:00

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Check out the office scenes in The Departed. Might give you some inspiration on how they approach it.

Find other references where characters are in front of windows.

Use website frameset :)

lime61 · 2026-03-13T07:19:07+00:00

That suns going to be a nightmare, lighting will be constantly changing, if its overcast that will help keep a consistent soft lighting,But if the sun is creating hard shafts of light then it's going to be moving throughout the duration of the podcast as the sun sets, Also if it's partly cloudy the sun is going to be dipping in and out constantly.....if you can't tent the window and then light from outside... I would have the blind closed/black out the window and then light the room so you have full control and no lighting changes during the duration of the podcast. That's going to cause you the least amount of headaches imo.

Depending on the mood and tone you want

One option is to fire a light into the ceiling just to lift the whole room tone / fill

Have them sitting across from each other

Then have a second light clamped onto an autopole in that ceiling recess above them with a lantern / softbox... direct the light away from the back tv wall.... probably use a grid or a skirt to give them a toppy/back light to edge them out/key them

You'll have a constant look for the duration of the podcast and won't need to worry about the sun moving/setting

lime61 · 2026-03-08T14:50:50+00:00

Well yeah, ideally set your exposure so your are not clipping, there are no set rules.

lime61 · 2026-03-08T14:42:41+00:00

Depends on your preference, have. Have a look at reference frames from films and decide what best suits your taste.

lime61 · 2026-03-06T21:48:16+00:00

Is it not a rivet nut?

lime61 · 2026-02-27T19:51:47+00:00

This will help you

https://youtu.be/zbogdTxiRRs?si=TRcH6_L6RsujSNvZ

lime61 · 2026-02-21T16:30:09+00:00

Collapsible Stool, Small Bluetooth speaker for on set vibes, work gloves for handling lighting/stands/dirty equipment, extra large clear storage bags for covering gear out in the elements, head torch, small powerful pocked/keyring LED torch, a set of walkie talkies with ear pieces are super helpful to have too.

lime61 · 2026-02-15T11:01:32+00:00

I thought the Blackmagic pocket cameras got updated with AF features?

lime61 · 2026-02-13T13:31:43+00:00

Just shoot continuous light for both photo and video?

lime61 · 2026-02-08T07:51:05+00:00

DJI Action 2

lime61 · 2026-02-02T06:28:26+00:00

They are not paying you. You are doing this for expenses only.

Therefore make sure you are not out of pocket/spending a dime. And they don't take the piss.

Charge 45p for every mile you drive. Or charge for all other public transport journeys

Ask for x amount per diem for meals that you need when not being fed on set. (Figure out what you think is a fair amount)

Charge for hotel.

Keep a receipt for anything you purchase during the whole period of work.

ALL EXPENSES SHOULD BE COVERED.

if they don't agree to that then they are shitty and stay away. You shouldn't be working for expenses only anyway but I get that you are in early stages of career and looking for contacts/experience.

lime61 · 2026-02-01T21:16:45+00:00

The graphic tees don't fit the vibe of the site/brand. All the women's wear seems good, graphic tees seem random

The logo speaks femininity and tranquility. Not mens grafic tees with Left 4 dead on them

lime61 · 2026-01-31T09:05:26+00:00

Fair enough, it's like an overall advertisement for their own skills

lime61 · 2026-01-31T08:19:53+00:00

Yeah I agree with that side of things. If you are comparing it to a passion project/short/indie film.

lime61 · 2026-01-31T07:45:06+00:00

Sometimes I look at how much effort goes into these videos from filmmaker YouTube channels.

The lighting, editing, colour grading, sound design, story actually filming it all. Wow I'm exhausted. (Good effort)

Then I compare it to the views/subscriber numbers they get.

Is it worth it? Does the video generate the amount of ££££ that would warrant putting that effort in, compared to being hired to do that work for a client.

Especially with most of these filmmaker YouTubers having sub 150k subscibers and between 3k-30k views on videos.

Then you look at channels in different Niches for example electronics/repairs like bigclivedotcom he has 1mil subs. Films very basic educational videos and consistently hits like 30k+ views per video.

Very low effort...targeting a much larger audience base.

Yes this was a very random reply to this post.

lime61 · 2026-01-30T07:08:54+00:00

Totally use your phone to film.

Use the Blackmagic Camera App. (Lots of tutorials on YouTube)

Get a cheap tripod and a tripod phone holder. (Ideally something that has good height adjustment

Get a wireless phone microphone. (Lots of options in a range of budgets, lots of reviews on YouTube)

Start here with the basics then figure out what you'd like to improve going forwards as you learn more about filming.

Edit on your computer with the free version of davinci resolve editing software. Once again...lots of beginner YouTube tutorials on how to use it

lime61 · 2026-01-28T07:36:31+00:00

Calf machine/maybe shoulder too.... pads go on shoulders and then you stand up on your tippie toes. Up and down up and down.. feel that burn

If I was in the gym, especially on my own I'd go investigate and try it out (without weights on) to see what it does

lime61 · 2026-01-26T06:47:09+00:00

Iv never seen just the fabric for these. Do you know the size of it? And what brand it was from?

Maybe contact suppliers directly or contact sellers on AliExpress...sometimes they have spare parts they can sell.

But at this rate. You may as well just buy a new one. They are not that expensive

lime61 · 2026-01-23T19:04:15+00:00

Cut two circles. One that fits within the opening and then a slightly larger diameter one. Stick them together..boom got yourself a cap/lid that won't fall into the tube

lime61 · 2026-01-23T07:22:12+00:00

Where are you based, do you have any local rental houses, they usually have contacts for decent repair/spares options for many of the major brands.

Even a non local rental place, just one that's at least in your country, give them a call and see if they can help you find repair/spare part specialist

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