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Why are they putting black fabric up?
Whats the point of this?

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?NR=1&v=MfQhHepIj4k&feature=endscreen

I'm still in a long debate deciding which would better suit me.

Dolly (Matthews doorway dolly):
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/135675-REG/Matthews_395100_Doorway_Dolly.html

Pros
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I've been looking and researching for a slider for a long time.
The Porta-jib Explorer slider seems to be the one I'm looking for.
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At the moment I dont have any C-Stands. only a few light stands, but I would assume they would be in use if I wanted to use the dolly at the same time in certain situations.

I want to buy a dolly...

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When I was shooting a TV show, I set up an HMI up high and had a 4x4' diffusion in front of it. I believe it was Opal. It was thin.
The diffusion was very loose on the frame, in the wind it was...

My name is Michael Frymus and I am seeking job opportunities working freelance or within a company as a Director of Photography, Gaffer, or Camera Operator.

I have studied at Niagara College for...

I critique myself a lot and too harshly sometimes. But, it does help to realize what you did wrong and to remember it for next time.
I also watch behind the scenes of big budget films and such to...

Amazing movie! Loved it :) Especially in IMAX
Reading upon all the bts info about it

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I know the gist of what the Gaffer does. Design the lighting with the DOP.
Then talk to the Best Boy/Electrics and Grips on what needs to be done.

The Electrics and Grips setup the lights for the...

Okay thanks.
I know a director who I went with to school, who is amazing at what he does and the best thing is, he can convince anyone to do anything almost.

I have not worked with a better...

Thanks! Much help!

So, you guys recommend just approaching the stores just in person? What if its run by a fanchise and for example: pizza pizza. - just giving an example. Wouldn't something like...

Its better to be shooting commercials and music videos than anything else I know.

What do you mean focus on one area?
I've looked at several peoples commercial work and it doesn't seem any...

If anyone is shooting a production in Southern Ontario or in USA (Buffalo or surrounding area) and you are looking for additional help, please let me know.

I have a strong interest working on...

I know that a lot of people on this forum have a lot of experience working on big productions and commercials, that is why Id like some of your input.

I can tell that making commercials, whether...

Although it may not be much, but it also seems that the Dana Dolly could take longer to setup than say the Universal Indie Dolly or the 3 or 4 legged Spider Dolly. Unless if on some really uneven...

I've used Jibs on dolly tracks before with no problems. Both of which weren't the greatest.
A lot of times I ended up using both a jib and a dolly. So, if I get a jib, I definitely would want a...

Hey,

I am purchasing a dolly in a month or two (Depending on my pay) and I need some advice on a Dolly.

I have done some research and the Dolly I have chosen is the Dana Dolly.
With my budget...

I am definitely going to forget about getting the 5D. Its also the fact that its full frame and not Super35.

I think what I may do is sell my Canon 17-55 IS and get a set of Contax Zeiss lenses...

I don't want the best and latest gear. I cannot afford it for sure, and most of the time would not do me good to have. Most of the time I dont need that high quality.
Then again, I too am sick of...

Yes, I understand and I know.
I don't work on big budget productions at the moment. Haven't gotten to those clients yet. And so far, the clients that I've been getting request to provide own gear.
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This industry as a freelance is tricky. If you dont have good gear, people put you down as if your not as experienced.
Hence, if you were 'good' you would be able to afford the 'good' stuff.
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Ummm....?