How Do You Use A C-Stand? What Is A C-Stand? | Film Lighting Techniques

[@CreativePathFilms]

Quick update: There will be a follow up video coming soon about C-stand safety. I made an absolutely classic error when shooting this video (I was too busy worrying about getting everything in frame that I glossed over it). Plus a couple of other health and safety notes I want to add. See part 2 here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZrPoqt8rtCljrc&feature=share7

[@CreativePathFilms]

C-Stand Safety: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZrPoqt8rtCljrc

[@firstsipstudios]

Is there a quality difference between the 2 stands? I just picked up the Avenger C-Stand.

[@CreativePathFilms]

Not really. They’re both really high quality stands that will last for many, many years. We use both brands interchangeably. Thanks for stopping by!

[@firstsipstudios]

@@CreativePathFilms Thanks so much!!!

[@CreativePathFilms]

My pleasure! ~Dave

[@acidtears]

5:19 you *cannot* just drop that word like that. i'm laughing crying

[@CreativePathFilms]

Yep. That’s the world of gaffing/gripping for you! 😂😂

[@tararakeane]

I just bought one - came without any instructions and I didn't even realise the potential for accidents. So glad I came across this video - short and to the point. Thankyou!

[@CreativePathFilms]

So glad you found it helpful!! Thank you for watching 😊

[@vinaybellave2088]

Awesome Dave! I have watched a few C-Stand videos. This is clearly the best! You know your stuff, very well. Specially the Right-hand rule! Thanks for posting this resource. Keep these coming! Can't wait to go to the part 2 now! Cheers!

[@CreativePathFilms]

Thank you! I appreciate your kind words very much! It made my day 🙏🏼 Dave.

[@starlifter303]

the best C-stand tutorial I have ever seen. thank you.

[@CreativePathFilms]

Thank you!!

[@MartinVlogLifestyle]

awesome C-Stand masterclass.... look forward to more of your content !

[@CreativePathFilms]

Thank you!

[@reimaginefilms5819]

terrific explanation. Best I've seen. My only remaining wish is that you'd shown how best to secure a 5-in-1 reflector which needs 2 points of connection to stay reasonably still outside.

[@CreativePathFilms]

Thank you!! I don’t typically use c-stands for 5-in-1’s. You need a second clamp on hand on the other end of the arm and in my experience the 2.5” grip heads can easily damage the outer frame and fabric of a 5-in-1. Because of their fixed length, the gobo arms also don’t fit all of the reflector sizes. You definitely can do it, I just tend not to. My preference is a designated 5-in-1 reflector holder like the ones by impact. They’re counter weighted, have clamps on either end designed for 5-in-1’s and they’re extendable, so they fit different sized reflectors. They also can be mounted on any 5/8” baby pin, so can go on either light stands or C-stands, so they’re pretty versatile. Downside - they’re not as strong or rigid as a steel gobo arm obviously. That’s my 2-cents! Thanks for watching!!

[@reimaginefilms5819]

@@CreativePathFilms Awesome response Dave. Thanks for being so prompt. Have checked out the 'Impact Multiboom Light Stand and Reflector Holder - 13' (4m)'. Cheers

[@CreativePathFilms]

No worries, this is the one I own and use: www.amazon.com.au/Impact-Telescopic-Collapsible-Reflector-Holder/dp/B005GMV4CU

[@heaven7pro]

Dave, this is really great and useful video - thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge with audience!

[@CreativePathFilms]

I’m happy to sharing, thanks for coming back again and again!

[@Itrytocuredeppression]

Dude, thank you so much for this. I couldn't figure out for the life of me. How to get the bottom part to clip on to a table! Lol! Thx so much for this vid!

[@CreativePathFilms]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching 😊

[@janaj22]

thanks for that right hand rule. i'll use it every time and wow, no more slippage. thanks!!

[@CreativePathFilms]

Our pleasure Jana, it’s definitely a good one to remember!

[@verifiedccp]

This was really helpful

[@CreativePathFilms]

Thank you, I’m very glad to help!

[@andyvan5692]

Great video, one way to remember the right hand rule is to think of playing a guitar or a fishing rod, Each is controlled using the right hand, plucking and the reels handle.

[@CreativePathFilms]

Nice suggestion!! Love that.

[@frayleband]

You videos are really helpful! Great job!

[@CreativePathFilms]

Thank you so much! Appreciate your comment 😊

[@bernardlanguillier7970]

Very interesting, thanks!

[@CreativePathFilms]

You're very welcome!

[@FilmmakersAtLarge]

Nice video. What is the make of the super clamp?

[@CreativePathFilms]

Thank you! Most gripping manufacturers make them, that particular one with the T handle is by avenger. I’ve got a video coming out next week on grip clamps, so keep an eye out if you’re interested 😊

[@DavidJonesImages]

Thanks, great presentation & information. Note: music becomes a little distracting.

[@CreativePathFilms]

Thank you! Yeah, we toned it down in our more recent videos 😊

[@JohanSchmidt]

I'd like to see a strobe on the arm for centre light on a headshot thanks

[@CreativePathFilms]

If that’s what you’d like to see, you might enjoy this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKqVfKFtf5JsoMk Whilst we didn’t use a strobe, as we’re predominantly film/video focused on this channel, the principals are similar. I opted for an offset arm rather than a c-stand arm in this instance for stability and strength. Hope you enjoy!

[@andersistbesser]

Can you take those stands apart? I often travel with a big bag and i need a stand that fits in there

[@CreativePathFilms]

Not on the models I have shown here. But you can buy c-stands that have what’s called a “turtle base” where the centre column removed from the base. That’s as much as they can pull apart however. So they’ll still need quite a large bag/case to fit them. Being steel they’re also quite heavy. These I believe are 40” stands, there are also shorter 30” and 20” ones available too, they they aren’t as tall

[@roehaus1]

Good video. What does 30", 40", etc. size mean.

[@CreativePathFilms]

Thank you Jerry! The 20/30/40” measurement is the length of the central column (when compacted - minus the legs/stand base). The most common sizes are 20” (baby c-stand) and 40”. They will also commonly be paired with a gobo arm of the same length.

[@AlanSmithee-r4n]

great vid

[@CreativePathFilms]

Thank you!

[@jensenbell4429]

Do you use Cambo boom arms?

[@CreativePathFilms]

Haven’t worked with those sorry.

[@1001Hobbies]

Just for elaboration, the piece of "metal" in the knuckle of the Matthews stand is made of aluminium. Being softer than the steel, the steel of the knuckle is able to bite into the aluminium disc and thus form a stronger holding joint.

[@CreativePathFilms]

Thank you for adding that note, appreciate it 🙂

[@alexvladimirov7678]

Еще бы цена была как у китайцев, обязательно бы купил.

[@CreativePathFilms]

Версии Avenger и Matthews превосходят китайские C-стойки от Neewer. На мой взгляд они стоят своей цены. Марку Kupo я не использовал, но видел много положительных отзывов.

[@jfratis9081]

They are most certainly NOT made out of stainless steel. Those are plated steel. I'm on my 4th batch of 12 stands the previous have rusted beyond use. I had harassed mathews for years on this issue.

[@CreativePathFilms]

Oh no! Thank you for the correction, how frustrating!

[@jokoholic]

Now Neewer is the leading stand from China.

[@CreativePathFilms]

They’re certainly popular!

[@acidtears]

180€ for a bunch of metal is outrageous in my opinion.

[@CreativePathFilms]

They may be expensive, but the good ones will last 20+ years. And even then, most of the parts from the brands I mentioned are replaceable. I bought my first couple of C-stands from a film-school that was closing down, where they had been absolutely ABUSED by students. All of them are still going strong. So if your in the market, definitely look on second hand marketplaces to save €€ - but be quick because they never stay available for long.