Making Your Own Filmmaking Gear vs. Buying It

[@vanneistat]

Spirited Man Sweatshirts: spiritedman.com

[@dz5457]

Thank you

[@jackgerberuae]

It’s summer. You should sell t-shirts.

[@jayemeljay2117]

Van!! Some of us need Closed Caption!!! I'm not deaf... Just sharing the room with my babies tonight!

[@sabrod92]

I am being a super nerd but if you combined all the videos you put on this channel so far up to june 18th. Thats 3:18:59. Im a loser

[@sabrod92]

@noel hopley i know lol

[@gozgone]

I love the consistency of adding dates to all mods and builds.

[@smashyrashy]

Its too much work

[@zee9731]

@@smashyrashy it’s not

[@smashyrashy]

@@zee9731 really is

[@N.Naesby]

@@smashyrashy not really

[@JohnFerraraOfficial]

Van’s studio is the equivalent of being Casey’s studio’s older brother.

[@CallieMasters5000]

Van's studio has 1000 times less stuff. Casey keeps everything, plus the Godfather on loop.

[@GCOSBenbow]

@@CallieMasters5000 Exactly, way smaller, way more exact and way more utilitarian. Like the difference between a bachelor pad (cool and flashy) and the home of an elderly widower (only the bare necessities).

[@bl4ck1911]

@@GCOSBenbow but the reason it's smaller it's because Van has a house and more of his stuff are in other rooms/workshop area. Casey has that apartment with all he needs in it, 100%

[@sooperman05]

Pretty sure most of that stuff in Casey's nyc studio is from both of them

[@jlyall]

@@sooperman05 this is also a good point

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Gold gold gold.

[@BarefootSailingAdventures]

We appreciate what you have built 💪🎥 thank you for your creativity 🙏

[@saintchris5887]

awesome watching a talented artist discuss his studio space. I like how he is not too hung up on knowing all the lighting terminology or readily admits being puzzled by lithium ion battery maintenance (isn’t everyone btw?). I mean obviously he knows a shit ton about his craft but I think it kinda goes hand in hand with his cut & paste style and shows he’s a genuine artist and not overly technical to the point of sacrificing his creativity and resourcefulness.

[@CallieMasters5000]

You should be the first filmmaker sponsored by Home Depot.

[@bryanmallen]

He is. He did a sponsored video from Home Depot a few weeks ago

[@davidjames3777]

Home Depot has sponsored a few KZbinrs.I remember watching this KZbinr who would make up rap songs about anything that his subscribers would leave in the comments.He made one about tools and, Home Depot let him shoot in their store.I think that was about ten years ago.

[@suyashpurohit123]

@@bryanmallen which video?

[@slouchshow]

a look into your paper wall-roller contraption would be pretty interesting. great stuff man

[@wolfiedavis4879]

I very much second this

[@daveLabrewski]

@@wolfiedavis4879 absolutely. I third this.

[@Herfinnur]

YESYESYESYESYES! This!

[@nelsonw8848]

It's so obvious, right? It's literally the last shot with Van in it and it fills most of the background

[@GrantAmann]

this felt like Van was my good friend or brother who just sent me a video to catch up on things. Thanks for being our awesome friend, Van! We love this style!

[@jmich54]

in depth everything, all the time. the story's there.

[@godofthecorn3011]

two things determine the lifespan of a lithium ion cell: One is depth of discharge. This is the most important. Basically if you want it to last the longest, charge it from like 50% to 60% then back down to 50. If you want it to die fastest, do it from 0-100 and back to 0. Obviously discharging it only 10% is a tremendous pain in the ass, so a good rule of thumb is to stay within 25% and 75% battery. two is a capacity issue. long and short of it is that batteries do not like being empty or full. Specifically with being full, it takes orders of magnitude more "effort" to fit x amount of power into the cell if its charging from 95 to 100% versus from 60 to 65% hope this helps.

[@4dnan]

this is exactly why he doesn't wanna know lol

[@CaalamusTube]

None of this is true. For years I have treated my LiIons like '80s Cordless Phones ( id est don't charge 'em til they're nearly dead. Always charge 'em fully. ) ...& my devices ALWAYS outlast the devices of everyone I know. Is there actual Science behind what you're asserting? Cause I only ever get it from people like this, never hard data... always just assertions & anecdotes.

[@daniloduarte3372]

@@CaalamusTube He is right (but there are some more factors involved). You can check the nice and hard data on a paper called "Strategies to limit degradation and maximize Li-ion battery service life, time-Critical review and guidance for stakeholders" (get it on scihub) it has its technicalitys but the author sums it up at the conclusion.

[@CaalamusTube]

@@daniloduarte3372 thank you√ ...seems like you misunderstand the writers assertions, however. "Minimize time spent at 100% state of charge Minimize time spent at 0% state of charge" ...is not the same as "never fully discharge or charge". I am unconvinced.

[@911Hammer]

@@CaalamusTube Getting data from others is good but not always useful if it’s the only source. For those that really care to know I suggest to do some research. As is needed is getting out on Google, look for reputable sources and study the topic. Doesn’t have to take much time… Fifteen minutes of effort can get one a long way. But please note that this is only for people that see value to really understand. Everyone should decide for themselves it’s worth it to them.

[@jesussaves2043]

It's cool to think that people will watch this and discover Casey. They are both so amazing and have a specific style

[@olsonspeed]

A Universal Charging Station is something every DIYer and photographer needs. So many battery formats, voltages and connection design to deal with, an ever evolving technology.

[@hvalette27]

Mr Van Neistat, you re an entire explanation by yourself about your little brother Casey Neistat. I understand and learn so much now about the family, the way of design thinking, etc… so much fun to see and look around your life ! Keep Going Mr Van Neistat

[@robertlarsonwoodford]

Your marrying of ingenuity, frugality, and passion shines bright in your videos. Thanks for sharing them! I would love to see a how-to or in depth walk thru of your suitcase toolkit. Cheers from Louisville, KY!

[@sidebox]

Just wanted to say that these natural talking videos are great, Van. I know you’re still going to do the “spirited man” format, but please keep these coming too. Off the top of your head has a great flow to it.

[@beatertechbeatertech2893]

The black out blinds .. you could get some velcro tape and stick it to the wooden frame to prevent the wood from being mashed up. Soft side on the black paper and hooky side for the wooden frame ? Great work Van , inspirational !

[@CallieMasters5000]

I think he likes the push pins.

[@otter-pro]

I was going to recommend magnets. They're strong and they don't ruin the seamless paper or the window frame.

[@fandydiadline]

@@otter-pro Yea, magnet is cool and don't make sounds like velcro. I assume maybe some people do not like velcro sound picked up in the video or something. But velcro is optional too.

[@tombuck]

I would absolutely buy that old Canon camera. Super fun. 😁

[@santana898989]

You're one cool guy Mr. Neistat. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and creativity. Cheers.

[@canadude6401]

I could watch these every day for the rest of my life and be totally content with life. Thank you Van. I know these videos are not easy to produce, but your killin' it!

[@bravofighter]

Nice. I love your quirky handmade gear, you have no idea how many times I’ve paused your videos and sketched whatever you were holding. They’re just beautifully simple and yet overly complex to solve an immediate problem you had, and you DATE EVERYTHING. I absolutely love all of it.

[@RobertMilesAI]

No it's not just bragging, I don't have that old camera but I have a bunch of those camera mount screws throughout my kit, and getting things to both line up and be tight drives me crazy. I never thought of dremmeling the threads down to be a perfect fit! Imma do that for sure, thanks!

[@GrantAmann]

Would love to see a video on all the cameras you use currently, plus old favorites. I knew about that small canon, but we'd love to see some (more) of the cameras you used in Neistat Brothers, any films with Tom Sachs, etc. Also any insight/stories you have about Werner Herzog (or even his gear) would be so cool to hear!

[@culture8490]

This is someone I would like to be friends with.

[@smashyrashy]

Nah hes probably a know it all

[@CallieMasters5000]

He wears his name on his belt buckle.

[@smashyrashy]

@@CallieMasters5000 oh wow nothing gets past you

[@smashyrashy]

@@amp776 humble

[@smashyrashy]

@@amp776 on camera humble obciously

[@FreeTimeFeats]

The sound replacement at 7:05ish is excellent.

[@huludShai]

"A few" lmao!

[@samuelhopely4853]

The most interesting thing about these videos are the times where you say something in hindsight along the lines of "this particular project was more expensive and less effective than the store bought version." A typical Gen Z artist like me naturally has a fear of poor investment in products made to fail, and a desire to solve problems oneself, but it's worth remembering that a DIY solution is a bow in the quiver, not an end all fix to such worries. Of course sometimes it's not about being practical, it's cathartic to will a solution into existence. Thanks so much for sharing Van!

[@cycle_path]

Oh! Go into depth how you made blah blah blah. Keep the material coming

[@jamesringholt8032]

I rarely comment on videos but I feel the need to express how great yours are. Thank you, Van.

[@suioganwilliam]

Finally!! I couldn't wait for this video! I really like when you or Casey show camera gear

[@mlannon]

Van this energized me and gives me hope. I’m really just starting out and don’t know what I’m doing or what any of the technical names/terms are for things revolving around filming, but truly just explore and try things out. Hearing you say you don’t know the terms for lighting, yet seeing the quality of work you produce makes me feel like I can do this. Thank you! Even the greats go off instinct. I needed this video.

[@RockstarFlipper]

This spirited man has LOST HIS MIND

[@CodyAlushin]

Nope. He know EXACTLY where it is. And the date and time of the most recent update.

[@daviddarko5837]

You can line the bottom of your blackout paper with either duct tape or heavy duty tape and use velcro strips (one attached to the wall, the other attached to the tape on the blackout paper). You can then sew a tongue made from a piece of cloth onto the velcro strip on the bottom of you blackout paper to make pulling apart easier. This will keep you from destroying your wall with tacks. Gorilla velcro strips are the best but you can glue the wall placed part of the velcro stirp to the wall for security.

[@ayudhnandi2262]

Van's videography is so different from any other creator out there. It's so refreshing.

[@sfujarowicz]

Dude your videos are addicting, I've never seen someone so creative.

[@ACoustaDC]

Van you mention lighting so nonchalantly, but you use of light is amazing.

[@0Iive]

I love the birdsong at the start of every video 🥰

[@michaeldiaz5641]

I’d love to see a more in-depth video on your portable tool kit!!:) love your work, keep it up man!

[@gumbytube5360]

The spirited man in me feeds off these videos. Thank you Van, your work is refreshing and appreciated.

[@Stormscarnage]

I love how passionate he is about his home made gear! Makes me wanna start building my own too!

[@forestgardener9183]

Thank you spirited teacher.

[@charlietighe]

If you’re not aware, the amount of kickstarters that actually follow through with a timely rewards delivery and video release schedule is very small. THANK YOU VAN. YOU ARE CERTAINLY A SPIRITED MAN.

[@theathjr]

Van I met the love of my life opening a new Home Depot location in California. We have been married for 23 years. I really enjoy all of your HD references. Also, I really enjoy your content. Thank You Kind Sir.

[@beniboo__]

The neistat studios need to be preserved for as long as possible. Both of them are such geniuses

[@sussvarman]

i would love to see your post production workflow!! that's my enthusiastic way of saying i dont know how you grade your videos, i love how they look, and it has genuinely frustrated me for 3 months. thanks!

[@peterkovachevich]

Holy....I just watched you lean back onto your power line on the roof for the shot...dam..you and Casey are real vlog warriors

[@BigFarles]

I love all your videos. Talk about your red white and blue ribbon. I first remember seeing it during the Neistat Brothers. I’m so happy that I get to see you create again. Thanks.

[@chorehunter4125]

It was encouraging to see that such great videos can be made without a lot of fancy equipment. Thanks!

[@SANTINIIO]

I love these types of videos. I was always amazed at the things you have come up with as well as all of the things Casey used to come up with. I can see now where he learned a lot of that stuff.

[@Nyxeme]

Van my friend - Go in to depth ON EVERYTHING! I love it!

[@notmyfingers]

Yes the organizational tactics with the desk and doodads are great. More doodads please!

[@kellymerrellfilms]

Your approach to dealing with batteries is enlightened. Soooo many times have I obsessed over how I should optimize for ULTIMATE EFFICIENCY only later to realize I have either lost interest in the items way before the shelf life, or just poured so much energy into something I can replace relatively easily. In software development, there is a guiding principal called "YAGNI", or "You aren't going to need it". YAGNI keeps you from over engineering a solution to solve a problem you may never have. You seem to embody YAGNI.

[@WeekendWarrior604]

I am really enjoying your channel and the way you tell your stories. There’s a steampunk vibe to your marriage of digital and analog.

[@motorizedlifting2534]

These are your best videos. You are extremely good at organization and I really do enjoy watching and learning your techniques. Thank you.

[@aamsergie]

I wonder what Van's bathroom looks like. Homemade toothbrushes. Homemade razors. Homemade plungers.... What a sight!

[@huntermckinney18]

I thoroughly enjoy these last several videos. Just to get a glimpse inside your mind, and the behind the scenes vibe/style is great.

[@paulkelly2882]

isn't it just brilliant to listen to what he's done and how he's done it and where he got everything from, he remembers every name of everything; amazing

[@ramanshekhar9514]

I've started adding dates to stuff I repair or create because of you. Great habit and its awesome!

[@raakgu]

Hey Van awesome video. I use cinefoil for windows and it's awesome! It repells heat as well and makes the room pitch dark with the lights off. Easy to make a 1" by 1" frame on hinges so the window shades cans just flip up and down.

[@chrisclark5135]

Van be lovin' this whole KZbin vibe and I love watching it happen!

[@paulandnarelle8557]

Fantastic video series Van. Makes me think now instead of buy all this expensive gear try making it instead. I see the process of making it is more enjoyable. Cheer from down under in Australia.

[@DriftaGamez]

The Destroyer lamp. It's def the key lighting in every spirited mans videos!!

[@Vandermin011]

I’m voting for in depth as well👍Van, love your belt buckle ❤️

[@calebbhawkins]

I really want to see more DIY stuff. I love Peter McKinnon and Matti and all the guys but... It’s getting to the point where they might as well just be a home shopping network for Amazon. Having someone on here showing as much DIY stuff as possible is really cool! I love the way this all is held together with plumbers epoxy and packing tape.

[@peder168]

The lamp and desk is fascinating

[@Chann3l0]

Van. Please go into Studio furniture design. Workbenches, Stands etc. These would really sell! Also can you do a walking tour of your Home Depot and why it is such a fun store to visit and what sections of the store you like.

[@Oz1111]

I'll say go into depth just cause and I wanna watch your process, which is brilliant!

[@williamhernandez4139]

Anyone notice the “a few” at 7:06. Loving the videos Van!

[@yannickpeterhans2377]

Man I love this guy. So guinine in everything he does. Also makes some of the best movies on youtube and doesn't use professional gear or terminology. A true talent👏👏

[@gigidodson]

Do depth on EVERYTHING! I will watch it all.

[@nerdfamous5794]

I think you should glue magnets to the window casing and on the paper of the window shades to hold them down instead of pins. Save the wood. Cool ideas!

[@orangekayak]

So I have an idea for the skylights if you haven't already done them. Cut pieces of stiff acoustical fiberglass panels the size of the light well. Drill 4 holes in adjacent sides of the well that would fit small dowel rods to hold them up. 2 hour project tops.

[@zlliksddam]

Van - magnets (and plates)instead of pushpins may secure your window shades and present your window trim/molding from becoming less than cork.

[@Hunnie_B]

Thank you for sharing your talent Van.

[@legatolutherie]

Just an idea, install shingle nails in the bottom corners of the window and use small rare earth magnets to hold paper in place.

[@otter-pro]

Yep, I was going to say the same thing. Magnets are great.

[@willcooper7528]

I would love to see a full tour of your house and see all the clever things you've made. I want to be more of a creator like you and just make the things I think would be useful.

[@sidjain0599]

I love the shades. Will make use of that idea. Thanks

[@andrewsmayfield]

Make a video talking about shelving. I feel like you could make a video just about shelving and your preferences.

[@devdattasawant7658]

I've been following you from your first video since the time Casey introduced you. You seem so happy in this video, I can see how much vlogging has helped you. I worked the same way for me too. \from being depressed to being happy. keep it up. God bless.

[@maxlystor6238]

Go into depth in everything Van. I need 100 more hours of you talking

[@Popcorncedar]

Always in depth.

[@OGbsmitty]

A favorite tools video would be rad! That’s one thing in life I wish I knew more about, seeing these videos is inspiring me to learn how to make my own stuff

[@wesleybentura8871]

Those are your best videos !! So so interesting to see everything you build and the kinda behind the scenes of your work !! We want some in depth - whatever !!! I’ll just watch 😂

[@dflem1981]

I love your channel, really inspiring! Can you make a video on your proces of making a video? From pre- to post production?

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

The "desk" is a type writer stand - my wife started buying ones similar years ago - she uses one as an "extension" to her side table in the family room - great place to put TV remotes and her Diet Coke ;-)

[@otter-pro]

I like this video. Not like the studio tour of modern youtubers who just buy everything, Van knows when to build something. Even his tools are a piece of art.

[@Eventyrmand]

Really enjoying the look around the studio!

[@edthefrog5148]

these videos are amazing!

[@mchekk]

Yes, an in depth on literally everything you think is appreciated..

[@8thLife]

I would definitely love to see more videos about the studio!

[@caryconover]

Love the burp and chuckle at 2:02

[@thisisacrummyname]

When I hear you talk & see the things you built,… it reminds me so much of Casey. I definitely can see the influence you had on him & vise versa. Also Van, you need to discover HarborFreight tools.. they have so many items I could see you using.

[@GoodGravyDude]

I could watch your videos all day. Thank you!

[@themoelman]

I used those belkins years ago, solid, long cable, spacing is nice, good units. Used in IT to get around a fire code and end users needing ports for computers and peripherals

[@duwalagepasinduchamodyagun7552]

I do not know why his videos are strangely calming for me

[@PsylockeFios]

Of course we would like a in-depth video. Inspire our inner spirited man.

[@luisenrique1011]

Your content is amazing and pretty rare, please dont stop

[@gael5739]

Go in depth on everything

[@icekura]

thank you spirited man!

[@andreevgleb6288]

Make more of it man, really interesting topic!

[@karldalampasig]

i definitely want to see more details. so yes, go into depth, van!