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Sound Solution for the Alexa Mini

June 6, 2017 By Morgan

Check out the Beacktek preamp for the ARRI Alexa Mini and other similar cine cameras, here. Today on The Slanted Lens Jay P. and Lars are interviewing Wendell and Jane, restaurant owners down in Bombay Beach, CA. We are using the Alexa Mini to shoot the interview, and in order to resolve the Alexa’s sound issues, we are […]

Filed Under: DIY, Equipment, Photography & Video Articles, Product Review, Workflow

Light Modifiers Comparison

June 1, 2017 By Morgan

Light Modifiers Today on The Slanted Lens we will be doing a light modifiers comparison and talking about all the different types of light modifiers and the different effects they have on photos. Each light modifier will have a slightly different effect on the light that hits our subject, so let’s take a look! Prepping the Baja […]

Filed Under: Equipment, Gear Sweepstakes, Laws of Light, Lighting Tutorials, Photography & Video Articles, Photography Tutorial, Portraits, Uncategorized

Fishing Line Effects Box Quick Tip

April 11, 2017 By Morgan

The Slanted Lens Fishing Line Special Effects Jay P Morgan

Hi, this is Jay P. Morgan. Today on the Slanted Lens we’re talking about another kit that we have on our truck. It’s full of fishing line and the accouterments you need to be able to make it work. So let’s take a look and see what we’ve got. (And please be sure to shop […]

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Studio Equipment Sandbags Quick Tip

March 7, 2017 By Morgan

Sandbags Quick Tip The Slanted Lens Jay P Morgan

Hi, this Jay P. Morgan. Today on Slanted Lens, we’re going to talk about sandbags. Sandbags are helpful for weighing things down that could fly away or fall over on set, creating havoc and resulting in broken equipment. It’s not a sexy topic, but one that everybody should know about. Here we have four different […]

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Photography Studio Equipment for Beginners

March 2, 2017 By Morgan

Photography Studio Equipment for Beginners

Hi, This is Jay P. Morgan. Here on The Slanted Lens we’ve been getting lots of requests to update the “What to Buy to Start Your Studio” video Lars and I made in 2015. Well it’s two years later, and it’s time. Here’s my updated list of photography equipment you need to start your studio. […]

Filed Under: Business Tips, Equipment, Uncategorized

Teleprompter: Tips on How to Use One

February 9, 2017 By Morgan

Teleprompter Tips The Slanted Lens Jay P Morgan

Hi, this is Jay P. Morgan. Today on The Slanted Lens we’re going to take a look at teleprompters. Why you need a teleprompter, and how to use it. Teleprompter Today we’re taking a look at teleprompters. In the last three months I’ve been using them constantly on set. Long shoots with tons of dialogue on […]

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Don’t Get Screwed: Camera Equipment Emergency Kit Quick Tip

February 7, 2017 By Morgan

Camera Equipment The Slanted Lens Jay P Morgan

Don’t get screwed! Today on The Slanted Lens we’ve got a quick tip on a camera emergency kit you can keep with you at all times. I always carry two plastic cases on my equipment truck. These cases are filled with every conceivable size of 1/4″-20 screws. It’s what your tripod mount is on the […]

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Enhance Your Images With Gels

September 1, 2016 By Morgan

Gels Enhance The Slanted Lens

Hi, this is Jay P. Morgan. Today on The Slanted Lens we’ve got a Quick Tip that will help you enhance the look of your images. I use Rosco gels frequently on my shoots. Adding a gel to your rim light gives you the ability to change the look of your images, either subtly or in a big […]

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4 Reasons You Need Tungsten Lights & the 120T from Aputure

August 30, 2016 By Morgan

Tungsten Lights Aputure 120T

Hi, this is Jay P. Morgan. Today on The Slanted Lens we’re talking about why tungsten lights are still really valuable when you’re on set. I’m also taking a look at the new 120T by Aputure. It’s a fabulous tungsten light. So let’s get started and see what we can do. There’s been a recent trend on set towards LED […]

Filed Under: Equipment, Product Review, Uncategorized

C-Stands: How To Set Up and Use Them

May 26, 2016 By Morgan

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Hi, this is Edward C-Stand Hands. Today on The Slanted Lens you’ll learn how to easily use a C-Stand, a great heavy duty stand for lights and so much more. Norms Studio Equipment is my choice of C-Stand. I’ve been using their products since the beginning of my career. Norms C-Stands feature a unique spring […]

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