7 Cinematic GIMBAL moves... WITHOUT the GIMBAL

[@jiunjiunma]

Thanks! Excellent tips.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for your kind contribution!!! And thanks for watching

[@METAFIZIK.666]

Спасибо за подробные уроки привет из России

[@joelfgallarde]

oh you can tip on youtube now?

[@darianrundallmedia1305]

Dude this looks better than a lot of people's gimbal footage.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much! Really appreciate it

[@renesorensen7948]

I'm a photographer and do NO video aside from some drone stuff and I was captivated by this tutorial. Very well presented, animated, and explained. Well done.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for this awesome comment! Happy you enjoyed it and maybe this will inspire you more o do some video

[@thomassandfield835]

I have seen a lot of youtube videographers / cinematographers / photography hacks etc, but THIS must be the biggest eye-opener video i have seen in a long time, i have a monopod that just laying around, and I can guarantee you, from this time I will bring it with me all the time

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Really happy I made you change your mind on the monopod. You’ll enjoy it

[@chupap1]

In 1984, I put a video camera on a small tripod, extended the center post, spread the legs at the bottom and ran down my dorm hallway pretending it was a Steadicam. Fun to see the same concept come back 40 years later!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

No way! I discovered that technique years ago as well and I already shot a new episode that would feature it! Great minds think alike 😉🤓

[@maltsday]

Finally something actually advanced on KZbin! Tried it and I was amazed on how well it works. Also leaves room for so much creativity! Thanks a lot!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Much appreciated,, really glad you found it helpful

[@enidrajm]

I have been contemplating selling some gear that's been collecting dust because once upon a time, I listened to ALL the KZbinrs before I had an idea of what I'm doing. 🤦🏾‍♂️ Funny enough, my monopod was first up on the chopping block. I have been immersed in your video for the last two weeks putting your suggestions to the test for my needs. Essentially, you've been my textbook! : ) All that to say, thank you for your work and the inspiration it generated.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Really happy you find my channel useful, and glad it can help you with your own filmmaking journey. Also thank you so much for your kind cotribution, MUCH APPRECIATED.

[@gingercat_films]

I always loved the portability and ease of use of the monopod... but I never imagined the versatility of this modest gear! Thanks a ton for this fantastic video.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Really happy you liked it, it is a very versatile tool. Thanks again for watching

[@HammerdownProtocol]

You'll never know how valuable this video is, to me. I'm a VFX artist, who has been looking for tips on shooting film for a smooth motion tracking solve, in 3d art software. Bravo, sir. All the best, from northern England

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Really glad you liked it and thank you so much for watching

[@FelixknaackDe]

The best “how to” vid I have seen in the last couple of month. Nice job!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for the kind comment

[@RhythmicEye]

Love the innovative approach man. These are the skills all filmmakers need but few have. It’s not the ability to think outside the box that’s important, it’s the ability to realise there is no freakin box.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Hahahah, yeah when inside it, people might not realize there’s a box

[@Seeyatellite]

Also to recognize the limitations of said box and perhaps a bit of imagination... for mild expansion beyond the box. Also, in the age of AI... so many interesting, new possibilities swiftly approaching.

[@nerdynautilus5373]

The forest, the talent, and the camera movements are all exceptionally beautiful! Very well done!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for the compliment and thanks for watching

[@sharpsteels4635]

This was so on point, and hands down one of the most useful videos I have seen on techniques that are actually untapped by so many users. Ive seen creator make repetitive videos on techniques that are already overrated, but this is truly unique and I thank you for making this video. Definitely sharing it and saving it for later 🌄

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Really happy you found it useful. Will be working on more like this, stay tuned

[@dieserscherzkeks]

Insightful and very well presented. If you know what you want to achieve and have the skill, you can do it with different tools and you made a good showcase of just how versatile a monopod setup can be.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Really appreciate your kind words, glad you find it helpful. And yes, monopods have a lot of potential that many people don’t realise

[@rj10548]

I truly enjoy your concise yet thorough presentations, especially your use of animations. This episode was particularly informative. I found the hero shot the most interesting in how your use of the monopod made this complex movement rather easy. I managed to locate all of the parts you suggested (including a used Manfrotto 234). Thanks for all of your hard work and time.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for the compliments and words of support. Really happy this episode can help you get creative with such a simple tool. Thanks for watching

[@AHMADALKHANEE]

i dont know really how to thank you...you are amazing

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

My absolute pleasure. Glad it was helpful

[@GNOBNX]

9:25 That “Fake Busy” was a nice touch too…and your talent is very classy.👍🏽

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Cheers Thanks

[@edproduction1143]

Techniques you demonstrated are greatly appreciated.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thanks Ed, appreciate your kind words

[@vapor4]

This guy is amazing! I'm not even in the video world but I was hooked for the duration of this 20 minute video 😅

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for your support! Really happy you liked it… maybe this will get you into filmmaking?

[@mashudali8482]

I'm blown away - love simplicity.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thanks man for the compliments, and thanks for watching

[@melchiorsantjes8370]

By far the most clear explaining demo so far. Keep up the good work!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thanks man, really appreciate it

[@taikang]

Your videos are standing out, because they are not only highly professionally made, but contain true valuable information for film making geeks. No click bait or bla bla bla. Very very good! Thank you!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for your kind words and compliments. Really appreciate your supportive words, the reason why I'm here on youtube, to serve awesome people like you sir. Thanks again

[@ACDGibson]

Not only a great idea for stabilizing footage but so many nice tips about the framing and what it means for the story! Great stuff!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching

[@shclee4211]

Many thanks. It is a very useful video. Would you mind sharing how to focus while using monopod please? Thanks.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

In these examples it was mainly AF

[@shclee4211]

@@THEDPJOURNEY Mant thanks. Any chance to having a video on AF settings? I know it is different to camera bodies.

[@revolutionarydesign-eu]

Amazing video! Many years ago, I used a very old tripod with a rusty ball head, legs together, combined with a very old camera without autofocus and totally got discouraged :-D This is bringing the magic back again! Very well explained and documented.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

No way, I’ve actually been using monopods for stabilization way before gimbal’s even

[@JazzyJ5G]

This was a fantastic video. I really appreciate the detailed work you put into showing and explaining the equipment and techniques you used to achieve the results. Beautifully done. Thank you!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching

[@rodrocketon9480]

Thanks!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Cheers

[@Devansh_Bhardwaj14]

Dolly-in hero revealing shot is my favourite!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Yeah I like it too. Thanks for watching

[@studiobvisuals]

Can't wait to try these moves! As a woman in the business, gimbals are too heavy for me to carry especially over long periods of time- wouldn't even dare put a gimbal above my head for those drone shots- thanks for the alternative!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Glad to hear this can help. Would love to hear how you did when you try them. Best of luck

[@gencompartit303]

Great video, fantastic gear, beautiful model, great skills, perfect explanation. Thank you very much!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for the kind words, glad you enjoyed it

[@kriztellehalili]

This is so helpful! As a photographer who loves minimal setups and learning video, this was so helpful and literally does the job phenomenally. Thank you!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching

[@markleethephotographer]

This is AMAZING content. I appreciate the encouragement to be creative with my tools to get the shot. My mind was positively blown!!!!

[@samuelcamero6618]

Sir, thank you for the quality of content you provide, it's genuinely good. I appreciate it, Ive learned!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Super appreciate your kind comment. Really glad you liked it

[@AllThingsFilm1]

Great suggestions. It reminds me of when I was in college many years ago. I shot a short film for Cinematography class using a Super 8 camera. I had one shot where I wanted a Steadicam effect as I followed the main character up a long set of stairs and onto a patio. I used my tripod fully collapsed, and held the top of the tripod as I walked. My teacher was impressed with the smoothness of the shot, and I ended up receiving a B+ for my short as a result. At the moment, I have a Benro fluid head and a monopod which I believe will work well together. Thanks for another inspirational video.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Those were the days!

[@seraphsodys]

One of the best videos I've seen on cinematography tips, I'm very new to this so I really appreciate the transparency!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Really happy you found it useful, enjoy the art of cinematography.

[@JKDrift]

Ohh finally! Each your video is a masterpiece my friend!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Really appreciate it, thanks for the compliment

[@ashishsudame]

Very well explained. I liked the way you shared the secrets of moving, holding, and putting things right. Thanks a lot. Liked and learned many things from this video.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for the kind words and for your support

[@Bluerush1992]

Wow, I've never used a monopod before but it looks incredibly versatile. Reminds me alot of my glidecam days, I use gimbals for work frequently now but i miss that organic feel you get from non motorized stabilization.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Yeah I always wanted to find a way to get a subtle handheld move, Gimbals don't give me that and actual handheld is too shaky

[@86config]

Fascinating techniques, simple but very effective. I particularly like the physicality that it brings, stepping away from the technology and towards the art.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Really appreciate your support

[@BrianSellers]

Dude, this was SO helpful! I'm starting into wedding filmmaking, and while I have a gimbal, I'm trying to find a stabilization solution that will allow for quicker changes and a more organic feel. This monopod idea might be great for weddings... thanks!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Glad it was helpful! Let us know how it goes

[@MJDreams]

Brian did you try monopod for wedding?

[@BrianSellers]

@@MJDreams I haven’t yet, no. I’m thinking that it might be a bit too unwieldy for all the moving around we do at a wedding. I have found that using a camera strap and not moving much does a pretty good job, though. This would still be interesting to try… 🤔

[@Vaquero_interestelar]

What an incredible video. It must be on the podium of the best-crafted and highest-quality tutorials.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Really appreciate your compliments, thank you so much for watching

[@hiawrj]

You give us maximum effort with each video you make. Awesome video.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

really appreciate it. Thanks

[@anujocreatives1048]

Excellent teaching in a comprehensive manner Congrats sir

[@DavidHorizonFilms]

As always, this was very instructive and a joy to watch! Gimbals are probably some of the most overrated tools in a filmmaker's kit. Thank you for all the amazing tips and your endless work to make it as entertaining as it can be!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for the kind words. Really appreciate it.

[@PowderMill]

👍🏻 My wife just commented “the model was very beautiful and one of the most natural”. She used to be a top wedding gown designer for over 20years and knows her models. I’m just a simple minded BASED drone guy, so had no clue other than the fact that she was pretty. 🙄 Great video as always… Thank You!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

I hope Magdalena would read this comment. I’m sure she’ll be very happy

[@shekharmann_]

Amazing Video :D The effort you've put in filming and editing this is remarkable!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Really appreciate it, thanks

[@SlayerzXtreme]

This is simply brilliant, powerful, stunning and gorgeous! Wow! 🔥

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much!

[@goodluxe-studio5111]

Master of masterpeace ! always a pleasure to watch your work and the passion that’s animated you ! I love working with my monopods and smalll camera like my sigma fp. Thanks 🙏 for the tips !

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for the kind comments and support as usual. Happy you liked it

[@warriorsofharela1766]

Good one

[@PreacHPlayz]

This is incredible, and saves me a ton of money for the time being

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Really happy to hear that, glad it was helpful

[@pixelcityart3554]

Amazing Moves, shot 7 has to be my favorite. I also like the natural movement of the shots with out the post stabilization. I'll never look at monopods the same way again lol.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thanks for the comments, and thanks for watching

[@davidp158]

Welcome back! I always enjoy, and learn from, your videos. Great stuff.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thanks Dave, really happy to see you again I’m glad you liked it

[@tuyishimeelisa8313]

This is very important to know! Not every cinematic move requires gimbal.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Glad we agree 👍 hope everyone else does as well

[@adityapatil870]

Hats off man! Especially that Vertical Pivot shot was something else you did with monopod. Learnt alot from this video. Thanks

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for watching and for your support.

[@KETANORANA]

Great tips and techniques of using a monopod to it's optimum potential! :) Always waiting for an upload on your channel.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Really appreciate your comment, thanks for watching

[@DwiWarsantoBudiN.]

Best channels, is hire, i like it

[@fionnmccueil]

This video was a pleasure to watch. Concise, well-paced, beautifully shot. Absolutely professional. Thank you!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for the support and the kind words, really happy you liked it

[@DavidGriffin]

Just when I was about to sell my rarely used monopod.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Hahaha... It's an awesome tool

[@TarkshyaPictures]

I sold mine last week😬

[@markshirley01]

I use the fluid head and handle as a shouler rig, it works very well, and the monopod itself for interviews were I don't have room for a tripod (traveling+ confined space).

[@CEDRICCHALOPIN]

Excellent ! Thanks for your tips 👍

[@LiuKuanLiam]

Microphone hidden in your phone hearing in secrets all your conversations and know right before you what you want to know

[@mikhaillapudin8169]

Nice!!! Thank you from Russia!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thanks for watching.

[@Makta972]

Honestly I can get the same effects without a monopod. It's all about Rig weight and balance, wide to normal focal length, good technique and some post prod. That girl is really hot though

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Happy to hear that. Maybe you can make an episode about your technique then 😊

[@WargodFilms]

Let’s see that technique I’m curious

[@pvisualjunior44]

Fantastic Techniques that I'll be using ASAP!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Best of luck, thanks for the comment

[@younesbouwqfawi9449]

First.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

HAHAH... I'll Pin this for a while then

[@younesbouwqfawi9449]

@@THEDPJOURNEY xh2 s review sir/

[@DanielFeijó-c4u]

The techniques are so amazing, congrats!!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thanks for the kind words. And thanks for watching

[@rodrocketon9480]

Dude, this is one of the best videos I have ever seen on filmmaking. Bravo!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for the kind words. Really happy you liked it

[@ericrudd]

Great video and technique. To my eye, these moves look better than many gimbal moves. I think that having an anchor point on the ground goes a long way to more stable-looking footage. Can’t wait to practice these moves.

[@steveteare3865]

I'm so pleased to see you doing some 'how to' videos, because, let's face it, your product technical analysis videos are the best there are.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Yeah I always wanted to explore the how to topics, they just take a lot longer time. But hope it’s worth it for everyone

[@DrunkPhotography]

Exactly what I needed. I just bought a monopod and needed this monopod-FU thank you! 🙏🏽

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Glad I could help!

[@JoseCorrea]

Man this video is gold! I am solid fan from now on!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Wow! Thank you so much for the compliment ! Really appreciate your support. Welcome aboard

[@thomaskretschmer3111]

Wow! What a high class production!!! Superb camerawork, editing, FX, Model, Makeup. And of course... interesting content.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much Thomas. Appreciate your support

[@BTMovieSecondChannel]

I was blown away by the footage! Great colors and awesome natural feeling, swinging motion.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thanks for your awesome support, much appreciated

[@asimkumardas4197]

Very nice demonstration step by step.Thank you.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ambulanche93]

Watching this video till the end while I only own a cheap monopod & gimbal (both are for mobile phone 😂) I love these tips! the forest & teh model looks very beautiful too 😍

[@cosmashono7665]

Stumbled on this video and I’m amazed at the show of raw cinematography skills that is fast going extinct especially with the flooding and bombardment of high tech equipments on our psyche, which has made us ingenious and uncreative. You have a new subscriber here.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for the kind words, really happy I can make this small difference to the community. Welcome aboard and hope to see you again

[@KingDarius266]

I'm in love with your footwork!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Haha, thanks

[@MikkoRantalainen]

Great tips and shows how valuable a high quality monopod can be.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Very true!

[@prashanth_nayak]

The explanation and the breakdown with text swoosh/crumble effects, highlighting the video section on how it was done in the editor in itself needs to be told in another video. Amazing . Thanks for this.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Your wish is granted my friend: Could a FREE APP give you PRO LEVEL ANIMATIONS?! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnuQdHV8hcajirc

[@davidmishler]

My favorite DP. Amazing work as always. Gotta love that lunge workout :)

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Hahah… that was for you by the way, now you know where those lunges came from! Gotta share it to Josh

[@giovannibertoni8218]

Grande tecnica! Risultato stupendo senza un gimbal elettronico, usando un monopiede! Grazie per la dimostrazione.

[@juliemartelly4660]

Wow what great tips! I'll definitely look into this set up versus buying an expensive gimbal. Thank you!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Glad I can help and thanks for watching

[@AdamTaubVideo]

Nice video thanks so much! I have a monopod that I use a lot, but this gave me some new ideas on how to use.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@BenPhanStudios]

Awesome! The Manfrotto 234RC has a 1/4 thread and the K5 head has a 3/8. I'm assuming you use an adapter? I'm trying one out but it doesn't seem to hold that solidly. Thanks!

[@paoloeustaquio2248]

Great tip with the 90 degree tilt head. You're right, it's quite challenging finding the right tilt head to match with the video pan/tilt head and monopod. I found the Sirui L-10 tilt head, and it worked great. 😅

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Yeah you can actually use a ball head as well if yo want, but that SIRUI also works perfect!

[@preabruthkanhye1728]

BRAVO for your Fantastic, Portable & Complete STUDIO. Good luck from MAURITIUS.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much for the support, greetings from New York

[@charliewinkie6990]

Well done, very clever. Lovely talent.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@andresaparra2024]

Extremely interesting and a great reminder that we need to look at all the tools we have and not only at the latest fads.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thanks a lot for your comment! Exactly, each move or trick can have so many way to achieve

[@LugaresQuePassamos]

Good by gimbal. So much respect for you sir . Exellent work.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thanks a lot for the kind words

[@Jon4President]

Comprehensive and beautifully shot tutorial. Just subscribed to your channel!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Really happy you like it. Welcome aboard.

[@aleriga1981cr]

I cant decide what is better in your channel... the great content or the beautiful models.... S5 m2????

[@lonniesfilmmaking333]

Cheers so much every single part fantastic plus invaluable and I naturally started using monopods like this at first and with your expertise techniques I believe I’m closer to making a fabulous video clip and my favourite moves are the last one plus the foreground reveal 👍☺️❤️

[@ARAADHAK_Media-artsandworship]

Really amazingly beautiful and talented videography...

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Much appreciated. Thank you for your support.

[@PraiseYeezus]

Glad to see technique-oriented videos, in addition to the gear ones that made me subscribe in the first place

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Yeah I hope I will have time to do more of these. It’s just that they’re a lot more time-consuming. Thanks for your feedback and support

[@peterpog.294]

Just as I was about to give up,,,,am so happy for this,,,thanks alooot ,,,much love from Kenya 🇰🇪,,

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

You are so welcome, thanks for watching. Love to Kenya

[@Pmobley47]

Wow! What an incredible instructional video. Beautiful work!!!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you so much Philip

[@sumanbairagi703]

That hero movement was just awesome man👍I've learnt a lot

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thanks 🙏

[@Cruising_Pamela_B]

Fantastic video. While it was focused on not needing a gimbal it occurred to me that the monopod would be good with a gimbal too. Combined the video is completely smooth and is a cheap substitute for a slider amongst other things.

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Absolutely, again I’m not trying to say a monopod can replace a gimbal, I’m just saying that many gimbal movement can be done with other tools, such as monopod in this case. Monopods are super versatile honestly and they’re not given the attention they deserve

[@valdemarcaballero5298]

Excellent video!!!! GREAT explanation!!!! Greetings from México

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Much appreciated. Thanks for watching

[@omneyanoureldin3651]

I like a lot the way you’re explaining like in a live demo! You’re the best👍!!!

[@jordi.lozano.v]

Beautiful work! Congrats!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@marshallrimmer3591]

You have a great eye. I hope you make more "in the field" videos like this. Great tips!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Thanks, will do!

[@TadasR]

Fantastic video explaining all information without coffee drinking clips or dogs in the videos like most have some weird things going and showing lol. Anyways everyone got their style but I truly love how well your videos are showing most important information. Watching hundreds of youtube videos all the time and looking for good piece of information really drains your brains out lol. Subscribed!

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

I totally and absolutely hear you, I also find those “coffee moments with friends” unnecessary. But that’s me (guess that makes 2 of us), that’s why I never include them in my videos and just go straight to the point. Really happy you enjoyed the format then. Thanks again for your support

[@BK42Cycles]

Again, excellent tips. For my kind of videos (moving bikes), the stabilization has always been a problem. Unfortunately, the best solution to me are the action cameras, but they are not exactly at the image quality I surch for.

[@GNOBNX]

Putting in the work is much more satisfying. Great tips playa’!👍🏽🙌🏽

[@THEDPJOURNEY]

Much appreciated, thanks!