My Favorite Travel Lighting Setup | Kinda Weird But Works Great

[@nathanmcx]

Hi Joel, my name is Nathan, and I have a video production company in Fortaleza, in the northeast of Brazil. Congratulations on having the courage to share the behind-the-scenes of a project like this, especially the impostor syndrome part. It's something that all of us who work in the audiovisual industry go through, and it's important to talk about it because it's a reality. Good job and keep moving forward!

[@corshawnbrayboy]

As a traveling shooter, it is always a good idea to just set up your shoot before you have to actually do the shoot with the clients. I definitely been there before. And great video!

[@CrankyCameraman]

Amazed to see your lights with lightbanks on Uni To stands. You've sold me on the Light Banks. . Two cameras, lights, in 3 cases, excellent work.

[@JoelGabrielsen]

Thanks David!! Still trying to find the best head combo for these things but the concept is working great. Thanks for watching!

[@bairstories]

Those LightBank modifiers are interesting to me as an alternative for smaller but powerful setups.

[@ideaplusagency]

That bounce off the hotel ceiling is definitely helping a lot

[@Filmgoblin]

I got the lightbank tube it’s really great and easy to work with. I noticed the hotspot the other day when checking false color.

[@PawFromTheBroons]

Those LightBank modifiers are new to me, thanks for the discovery.

[@JoelGabrielsen]

No problem! Thanks for watching!

[@Alexratson]

I don’t get influenced often by KZbinrs but after watching this video twice I ordered 2!

[@JoelGabrielsen]

That is awesome! I’m the same way as well. Some products are just really good though and worth looking into. Thanks for watching!

[@davidmorefield]

The boominess of that light bank looks valuable. I’d love to be able to push away my big soft boxes and stands just a few more feet away. Love this kind of interview strike mission.

[@JoelGabrielsen]

It really does work great, I’m a big fan so far! Thanks for watching bro!

[@d.edwardsfreelanceeditorvi4212]

I like those lightbanks. Less space than a softbox modifier and looks good.

[@RandumbTech]

Love these type of videos where you share why you did the things you did, and more importantly, the end result. Looked fantastic - thanks for sharing!

[@scrow9]

15:18 wow, you must have had some awesome ND going on to get that histogram, looks great!

[@JoelGabrielsen]

Yes! That’s the good part about the Sony FS5. It has the built in ND. Really helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@yuriajones]

I'm glad I clicked on this video. I'm definitely going to look into both the lights on the modifiers. That travel/Pelican case setup was dope to see as well.

[@JoelGabrielsen]

Thanks so much! I was really happy with how it turned out. Thanks for watching!

[@FilmedByHendrix]

One of those as a hair light is such a cool idea. I will be picking one up!

[@JoelGabrielsen]

For sure! With the grid it makes a great hair light, even on bigger shoots.

[@12yfilms]

You're making me want that Lightbank more and more...

[@Cinegavo]

go for it, near expendables money... I have two, but opted out for the LCDs because I heard they made make the modifier sag with the extra weight, but not sure how true it is. I have just usually skirted it if I need

[@matrixxhunter]

I definitely like those lightbank modifiers.

[@allen_bernardo_jr]

havent finished the video yet but those inflatable modifiers are really cool, I think an inflatable lantern/dome type thing would be nice, and I imagine a bit easier to set up than a normal lantern with the rods and whatnot 👏

[@GeorgeGuillory]

Really great lighting setup! Those molus lights + lightbank modifiers give you a really small kit, but with awesome results. Thanks for sharing!

[@JoelGabrielsen]

Yeah they really come in handy, especially for travel! Thanks for watching!

[@bbrunorocha]

the results looks very good, I loved it ! I have a couple friends that own this tube modifier and they said the same thing about the hotspot, it's a con, but depending on how you use it, it can be a pro. Thanks for the video !

[@12yfilms]

Wow, your test footage looks amazing!! Great lighting placement and framing!

[@nicomacario]

Thanks a lot for your video. Really interesting how you solved tings and te footage looks great. Once again, many thanks for sharing.

[@JoelGabrielsen]

I’m glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@leemjdaley]

I've been using them inflatable tubes too for my work around London.

[@ShutterProductionsGB]

Are they bowens mount ?

[@KeatonWard]

Loved this BTS style video! Thanks for sharing your process!

[@CollinJung]

The output and quality of these lights for their size is incredible! Nice work man!

[@oospagheti]

awesome idea! man can you do a video on your way of charging for a job like that?

[@JoelGabrielsen]

Thanks for the idea! Thanks for watching!

[@Cinegavo]

Nice, you mentioned using something even smaller? I like to pair the modifiers with Amaran 60xs and run handheld. It's so great when working in quick environments like a kitchen or something

[@marcusavanti902]

Good, interesting video. The never ending quest for compact travel gear. I have the 1615 case. Its my favourite for going in the hold but I like my production manger 20 much more. The 500 watt light looks interesting for size but I would guess that was the source of the buzz on the hotel room sound. I went with the Smallrig 450bi. I am happy with that light and there small Fresnel is great for travel.

[@ideaplusagency]

At the 15:54 mark it's interesting that you're shooting at 2000 ISO with that much natural light. Can you explain the thought process behind that?

[@jbf5030]

The FS5 slog base iso is 2000

[@AndresArosemena]

​@@jbf5030thanks. That would mean then that if I was using a Canon with base iso 800, those lightbanks with the key light at aprox 300w would not be enough light to expose for the windows and the talent, right?

[@videopromike]

Dude, you get some of the coolest gigs. The Bible Museum… that’s amazing! Would love to be on a crew for you if you ever come to California and you need help. Those air tubes looked amazing in the hotel room, they hardly took up any space in comparison to soft boxes.

[@Tommy_Beal]

good stuff man! you rocked this shoot!!

[@JoelGabrielsen]

Dude! I appreciate it man. Thanks for watching!

[@jbf5030]

Awesome lights I’m going g to look into those…. Question about the audio - what audio device are you using, it doesn’t appear to be going directly into the FS5? Thank you!

[@mickymack1230]

Great Video thanks for the headsup on the Air Tubes

[@videopromike]

You’ve probably answered this question in another video, but what picture profile do you use to match the Sony FS 5 and your mirror is cameras like the Sony a7IV or FX3? Because if I remember correctly, you usually just shoot and send off the footage or do you just shoot it in S-log3 and then convert it?

[@DavidFlores]

Great content, always looking to improve my travel gear and have the same imposter syndrome when relying on new gear for the first time despite the years of experience haha The final imagery looked fantastic, ideal exposure with great color work as well 👌

[@PapoCloud]

Thanks for share Joel. Great job. take care!

[@zacgrimaldo]

You check your cameras and lenses? I have had my gear NOT show up or the cases show up opened too many times to check them. Much less the tossing around they get when luggage handlers load and unload. I have traveled a lot with gear both domestic and international, so this comes from experience. I do like those light banks!

[@kadeemcreates]

The lighting looks great how you set it up for sure.

[@_FrontFootFilms_]

I love this!

[@axiekroniickles5023]

cool setup btw, what light stands do you use for compact and portability?

[@SMSNorthGeorgia]

Also- John Maxwell is the man!!

[@thenailauthority]

What did you do to obtain your media credential? Thank you for this video!!

[@chrisbbacon52]

Amazing footage man! Love those modifiers too

[@damianotchere]

Great content bro!

[@itscinemasam]

GREAT VIDEO! My only concern is that you didn’t put anything in that coffee 😬

[@LouisLuzuka]

This is so cool 😮

[@ovoyagervasutabu1409]

35-150mm is a great choice

[@candinmuniz3225]

If you're ever in DC again, I'm happy to help out with gear or time if you need anything. Sony shooter and I have quite a bit of lighting gear. Here to help if you need it!

[@AlbertoMendoza]

Maybe I missed it but did you check on the pelican case with the two camera bodies?

[@JoelGabrielsen]

No worries!! Yeah, I usually check in the camera bodies unless I’m using FX3’s or something I can fit in a small roller or backpack.

[@AlbertoMendoza]

@@JoelGabrielsen ballsy!

[@squeakingviolin]

I'm interested in those stands, can you let us know where you got them from? thanks!!

[@12yfilms]

17:13 This kind of shot is such a pain in the ass for me. The subject is extremely close to the window, yet you need to light him from camera-left while getting a large enough light to overpower the sun. All of this, while still exposing for the Capitol. I avoid placing a big light source so close and above the subject, making these shots a pain for me to setup. The Lightbank made this look awesome and safe. They-->Lightbank

[@ChadVader143]

The look is really nice

[@RobertJohnPhotography]

Do those LightBanks come with a grid?

[@FadjarKumara]

Do you put your Camera bag 1615 in checked bag? Is it safe?

[@Cinegavo]

do you use water bags for travel by the way?

[@BryanKeithPhoto]

Do you have a recommendation for these?

[@georgeforall]

Can you power those lights with batteries?

[@raizanong]

CLEAAAN SHOTS

[@_FrontFootFilms_]

I can't find the grid for it

[@vicmwaf]

Why go iso 2000 on one and 400 on another? Cause the lights looks fire

[@AndresArosemena]

I assume one camera has base iso of 400 and the other one at 2000

[@peterhv6099]

What are Astras?

[@AndersBakfeldt]

Great episode! Will check out the light setup. BTW if YOU get imposter's syndrome, how the hell are us newbies going to manage things? :-)

[@ideaplusagency]

I think you forgot the "a" in "Kinda" 😁

[@SMSNorthGeorgia]

Looks like the foam to your case is under all of your stands and such in case 2…

[@derekauth157]

Yeah, DEFINITELY not enough padding and foam going on here for all the gear…seems way too loose

[@Nujola]

Just got 4

[@JoelGabrielsen]

Nice!!! They are awesome.

[@IMDABROWN]

FYI Links for the modifier are the same

[@chrisw443]

Why yes I did interview Morgan Freeman once. No I am never allowed to have any proof of it. lol.

[@dylanjamesfilms]

Swag

[@lucaskowronek8035]

You lowkey Sound Like Joe Rogan

[@JulioBHJ]

Looks kinda janky, true, but if it works...

[@JoelGabrielsen]

Yeah for sure!!