My Youtube Setup || Studio Tour - Fellow Filmmaker 2020

[@RafaelLudwig]

Getting creative with small spaces is an art onto itself! Designing what is in frame is the goal. Nicely done! Thanks for sharing your BTS.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

So true! And thanks for watching, I love your videos BTW :D Glad to see we watch each others content, haha

[@tombuck]

Great use of space! Your videos always look and sound terrific.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you think so!

[@mesiktidechong8001]

Keep up the great work, Heather. I took a leap of faith two years ago and bought myself a Godox SLW60 because I found your review on it after discovering your channel. It was a big step for me in moving forward in my videography journey. Thank you for your help.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

That is awesome to hear, thanks for sharing! :D

[@MALIKHAKIM82]

I appreciate your channel very much. You are very informative and a pleasure to listen to-never droll and never gimmicky.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I appreciate that!

[@TechReflex]

Nice, I just have the walls painted white, and I shoot Godox UL150 without any modifier in a corner of the room [which I got after seeing Gerald's, and your video], and it gives me very nice and soft light.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

So happy to hear that! It's an amazing light! Use it in all my videos

[@ToddWhirley]

I bought 2 of the ML60 lights a month or two ago. Absolutely love those little bright lights. Godox has done a great job of stepping up their lighting game in the last year or so.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Happy to hear that! I've loved mine and use it every day :D

[@thenetworkhustle3592]

Great studio tour, always amazing how much people can do with little space...

[@FellowFilmmaker]

So true! I love seeing other small spaces

[@Kbald]

A great video 👌 Thanks for sharing your setup. Super cool 🙌

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks for watching!

[@JackIsaacVideo]

Good to see that you place your key as close a possible to the subject! If you’re looking for a mic that’ll sound better than a lav, but not have as many issues with indoor reflections etc, I’d highly recommend the Rode VideoMic NTG. I use it for most of my indoor shoots (and not my big NTG 4+).

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks for the tip! I ironically used a similar mic to the NTG video mic today for a video, and was actually surprised at how it sounded. :D Might be changing it all up! haha

[@steveshellenberger-letsmak6283]

I m new to your channel and have especially enjoyed your videos on lighting. I have found the information to be well thought out and well presented. They have been a good learning tool for me. In this particular video I appreciate the the time and effort you put into displaying the item’s name, it’s cost and where it can be purchased as you spoke about the specific product. I found that to be a very thoughtful addition which I haven’t seen any other content creator use. So, well done and thank you. I look forward to your next post.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Happy to hear that you've enjoyed the content I make! :D Thanks for commenting

[@AskJoe]

It's great to see what's behind the scenes... I envy how neat it is. My studio tends to be a huge mess 99% of the time.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Mine can get messy too, takes effort to keep it orderly for sure :D

[@Amontassermedia]

Super creative, .... Super solution finder... 👏 you made me think again with more creative perspective about my own KZbin studio that I thought it's very limiting my video production ..... Absolutely glad to find out your channal .... Stay creative!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@Ranger7Studios]

Fantastic studios setup, Heather! I love those floor lamps. I need to do one of these for my studio. May I suggest that, with the Godox ML60, if you curve the gel to let the air escape from the sides, it will stop the gel from getting too hot and melting and prevent you light form overheating inside the dish. :) Great job as always!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you enjoyed the video! I don't have problems with the gel on the ML60 (or SL60w) the way I've been doing it. Doesn't melt at all, no problems. But thanks for the tip :D

[@dslrdave]

Awesome setup! Loved your diagram at 0:07, it's very how you place your lights/camera. but damn i wish i have 11x13 for my studio... I actually have 7*10! 😀

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks! Haha yeah, small spaces are rough to work with. It's not easy

[@StrengthResurgence]

This was such a helpful video! I’ve watched a few of your videos now and have found them super enjoyable and very helpful. New sub coming your way!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Happy to hear that, thanks for subscribing! :D

[@RajanKannan11]

Fantastic setup . Thanks for explaining the details of your setup . Loved this video . 👌

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you liked it!

[@amplifydreality8869]

Always liked your set up. Thanks for the tour

[@FellowFilmmaker]

You bet, thanks for watching!

[@yenra]

Inspirational as I adjust my space - thank you!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

So glad!

[@DandyDoesIt]

Good tour. I see so many videos like this where the host shows some insanely expensive pieces of gear as if everyone ought to have them. I found most of your gear to be reasonable and practical for the average creator which was nice to see. I also appreciate the comfortable presentation. Can't stand hosts that feel they need to be up in my face wowing me when speaking to me. I have a bad habit of doing that myself.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Love to hear you enjoyed this tour 😁 I agree, fancy studios are cool but always out of budget

[@DavidHeathHomebrew]

Very nicely done as usual :) I am often filming in smaller spaces, its fun :p

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thank you! 😊Small spaces make the inventor in me come out a bit :D haha

[@DavidHeathHomebrew]

@@FellowFilmmaker same!

[@TheFriendlyReviewer]

Great studio and thanks for the tour - so fun seeing the different ways people set up their studios

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@sollikanani]

Loved this! Very useful tips, thanks for sharing!!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

So glad!

[@pushingfilm]

Great stuff! Looking forward to some of those reviews

[@FellowFilmmaker]

You and me both!

[@SarahJonestoo]

Lovely. Really helpful and very interesting. Thank you.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@danielasix7635]

Really cool video!!! Thank you for the insights!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Most welcome! Thanks for watching

[@TripleFork]

Great tip about the Kondor Blue stuff. I was looking for this coiled HDMI cable for ages. And I ordered some quick release plates too, to quickly remove my monitor! Thanks.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad I could help! The quick releases are amazing!

[@christianhotter]

Thanks for the walkthrough! I like the look you are able to get, and your gear is similar to what I have available. I do need to still get some of those sound blankets. The bad thing about that is that I also need to get a couple stands to hang them on that I can carry by myself to remote locations for interviews. The 'little things' I always want/need sure do add up in price and weight over time.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I find the little things add up a whole lot more than we all may realize....

[@jamesburton1050]

A great place to get "sound blankets" is Harbor Freight's quilted moving blankets! They run $4-8 depending on size.

[@peterviragphoto]

Love it, thx for sharing. Btw my UL150 just arrived the other day and I’ve got the same light stand coming from Amazon haha funny:))

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Haha, that's funny! Hope you enjoy that light! It's a great one :D

[@peterviragphoto]

@@FellowFilmmaker my first ever decent continuos light ( not counting the Lumecubes and Boling P1 lol ) , so can’t wait to use it. It’s so bright at 100% omg. RE wall colour, I’ll be repainting my office next year I think, the babyblue I have currently is meh, looks like a nursery😀😀. Looking forward to your next reviews.Take care, until then!:)

[@JaredSpink]

I love studio tours! great vid!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks Jared! :D It was a fun one to make

[@DavisInDuval]

Love seeing your set up!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@KrishnenduKes]

Fantastic precise tour. A lot of clarity and we see how much thought goes into making your videos. I just realised... just lights and supports it crosses $2000!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Haha yes, I probably spend more time and money on lights than I do any other piece of gear. :D

[@KrishnenduKes]

@@FellowFilmmaker And you are doing a fantastic job. I have learnt a lot from you.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

So happy to hear that

[@bricecarette8509]

Cool video ! Thanks for sharing your work environment. And a couple of references I'll buy for myself (still looking for a tripod and video head that is good but NOT 3000 euros... , as well as gels xD)

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks for watching! :D Hope it could help a bit

[@liquid_x]

Wow that so cool seeing how you make your space look so big and epic in your videos. I also am working with a small space so this is really inspiring, thank you!! I currently have 2 Phottix nuada P LED panels and was filming with just an iPhone XS. However, I just made a big jump to the Canon R6 and a Deity V-mic D3 Pro. If I were to get one larger light, what light would you recommend?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad it was inspiring and helpful! :D As far as a light recommendation I do think COB lights are really helpful to have. The Light is more directional and just has a really professional and polished look to it, when used properly. I'd certainly recommend a good COB light, like the Godox UL150, VL150/VL200, or even the Aputure 120dmkii if you need the effects. But if what you have looks good, there is no need to upgrade of course. :D Comes down to what you need and what you have.

[@liquid_x]

@@FellowFilmmaker Wonderful! Thank you so much. What are the differences between the UL150, SL150 and VL150? Besides the UL being 100% silent.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

The main differences are price, accessories that come with the light, and size of the light. UL150 for instance doesn't come with a case or remote, while the VL150 does come with case and remote. It's all in what you want!

[@derricksupan2594]

Great video 👊🏼👍🏼

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks! 👍

[@tibarry194]

your videos are very unique and creative

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thank you so much 😀

[@tibarry194]

@@FellowFilmmaker I hope u hit 100k Sub very soon ♥

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Me too! :D

[@rabsme9767]

Oh yeah!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

:D hope you enjoy!

[@rabsme9767]

@@FellowFilmmaker Why did you pick “omni” instead of “cardioid” for the G4 Mic Sennheiser? Do you use it with a recorder like zoom H6 or directly in camera ? Final Quick question. Which combo light/softbox is a smallest-minimalist if money is not an issue. Thank you in advance for your time- love your channel I watch all your videos to point I get lost to pick lights for me lol 😂

[@CycleFab]

Nice studio F.F. I'm going to be redoing mine when the funds allow it. Being new to videography I would gratefully appreciate any ideas on how I should set up a (20' L x 12' w x 8' H) studio/editing area.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Feel free to dm me on Instagram if you needed to ping ideas around :D

[@CycleFab]

@@FellowFilmmaker Will do and thanks for watching my videos too ;-) I'm working hard at making them better.

[@jameshurst3036]

This is really helpful, thanks!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

You're welcome!

[@jameshurst3036]

@@FellowFilmmaker Your videos are my go-to for studio setup and gear information. Really appreciate what you're doing.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Really happy to hear that! :D I redid my studio again in the last two weeks, haha, so there may be an update soon :D

[@mahaganpatiproductionsgoa.2142]

Great. Got the good ideas from you . Thanks

[@FellowFilmmaker]

happy to hear that!

[@marcosmaxairas1052]

You didn’t tell us where you hide the lav mic..😁🤘..thanks for the info about everything...I bought the godox vl 150 after watching your review about it ...every word you said was true ...

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Oh that's easy, I rig up the invisible version and then have it hide slightly behind my ear and then thread the wire through my hair and down to the transmitter :P Or I use it just like everyone else does. So glad you are enjoying your new light!!! Godox does make some great stuff

[@davidricks]

Love this video! Thanks for the valuable info. Is there any reason you choose that lac mic over the one that comes included with the Sennheiser?

[@jamesburton1050]

Love the Sennheiser wireless system! Extremely versatile!! However, what would you suggest for a budget option? And what kind of light is the white "blob" at the end? ;-)

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Tascam DR-10L is a budget alternative, but not syncable to camera, you'd have to do it in post. Some folks say the Rode wireless are great, I've never used them. And the blob was a Forza 200 with a lantern diffusor on it.

[@RaphaEntertainments]

Awesome my friend

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@WaldoDavila]

Really good, that lav's very clear, I use RodeLink, I love it, but I want some other options

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yeah, I love the powerdewise lav, it's great. The one that came with the seinheissers just doesn't sound as good to me, haha.

[@WaldoDavila]

@@FellowFilmmaker Really? Why?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Sounds like a tin can or something, the power dewise is a little more bassy, and it's a tone/pitch I like

[@JoelRiveraMD]

Hi: Question, do you script your videos typically ? Not sure if you have a video on how you make your videos

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I don't read from a script, but I do bullet point what I want to say and then just go off that. :D I don't have a video on how I make my videos, but will certainly consider it!

[@drrohanfonseca]

Took a couple of views for me to sub :D

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Well thanks for doing so :D

[@NIKONGUY1960]

Since you don't use Aperture, you can't be a real filmmaker! LOLOL. JK. That's the vibe I get. Nice setup.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Hahaha, thanks :D I do use them don't worry :p

[@joonajks]

What percentage do you turn up your Godox soft box for talking head videos?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

If I'm using the UL150 it's about 25%

[@joonajks]

@@FellowFilmmaker thank you 🙏🏿

[@ivan_12345]

so, where do you sleep - on the desk or on the floor?)))

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Haha, depends on the day :D the floor can be quite comfortable with the rug

[@ivan_12345]

Hi, any suggestions on monitor for Canon 5D2?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

What do you need in a monitor? Cheap price? Focus peaking? ....?

[@ivan_12345]

@@FellowFilmmaker both ^) at least to see the composition of the frame

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Ok. In that case just about anything sounds like it will work for you if you just need something cheap and big enough to see composition. I've reviewed an affordable type here on the channel from Andycine or there is my all time pro favorite which is from Small HD

[@lll9416]

5:30 uhhh righty tighty, lefty loosy..

[@FellowFilmmaker]

haha yeah

[@lll9416]

@@FellowFilmmaker I realize that tube weighs next to nothing. no blood, no foul..😎 lol Great channel! btw..

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Haha, it's one reason I didn't care too much about it I guess And thanks! Glad you enjoy the channel :D