tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post4079278414429860363..comments2010-02-24T19:10:20.821+01:00Peter Karlssonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02472666818943568831noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-71444835788029564942010-02-24T19:10:20.821+01:002010-02-24T19:10:20.821+01:00Al,<br /><br />Good that it will benefit your travels! It does so for me too. Also, setup/teardown is faster now. Drawback is stability, but inside it&#39;s OK. A plus is that the stands can be literally placed on top of each other, or really close.<br /><br />The music piece is &quot;Arabesque&quot; by Debussy.Peter Karlssonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02472666818943568831noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-12673172436121153712010-02-24T19:00:37.716+01:002010-02-24T19:00:37.716+01:00Peter,<br /><br />I would like to congratulate you on such a novel idea. I travel by air and this will be a very good way to lighten my load. I realized after watching both of your videos that the music was very pleasant. Can you tell me the name of the composer and the title of the piece. I assume it is a classical piece. Thanks for your fantastic idea.<br /><br />Al GardnerAl Gardnernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-32524393956842867332010-02-16T22:42:04.760+01:002010-02-16T22:42:04.760+01:00Paul,<br /><br />Patents sounds like something designed for big companies with the financial and juridic muscles to pursue what&#39;s necessary. Not for me; I&#39;m happy with my small scale life :-)<br /><br />Thanks for the insights around this matter, interesting reading.<br /><br />/PPeter Karlssonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02472666818943568831noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-91775788059433320492010-02-16T19:45:25.078+01:002010-02-16T19:45:25.078+01:00Regarding patenting, there may be possibilities still. Most nations of the world have a “first to file” patent system, and in addition, you’re out of luck after making a public disclosure. However, the United States (which alone is a decent-sized market) has a “first to invent” patent system, and you can file up to one year after disclosing your invention.<br /><br />There are complicating factors, such as Peter and Chris could both file applications for the same invention (more precisely, they could file “claims” reading on the same invention), which can then result in an “interference” being declared in the US Patent &amp; Trademark Office – then it could involve a documentation process of who did what when, and whether they were diligent in pursuing their ideas, and so on... all of which can be very expensive (unless you represent yourself – not recommended).<br /><br />Then, if you actually get a patent, there is the issue of enforcing it, for example, by suing infringers. You may be able to prevent or stop the big companies and stores from selling your invention, but good luck against small internet operations – and of course, you’re not going to sue everyone who goes to an outdoors store to by poles and build their own.<br /><br />So – we’re presumably at the same place, i.e., never mind patenting – but maybe for your next invention...Paul Fengnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-80556257829621749212010-02-08T00:55:19.205+01:002010-02-08T00:55:19.205+01:00gives a whole new meaning to the term &quot;light tent.&quot;alexhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11538186936546419587noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-41311886011085892010-02-06T14:15:49.967+01:002010-02-06T14:15:49.967+01:00Hey all of you,<br /><br />Much thanks for the comments, feedback and everything!<br /><br />I&#39;ve filmed some clips for the how-to this weekend, it&#39;s coming.<br /><br />@ Micha: nice. Carbon fibre would half the weight, or even less, it seems. 200 g for a lightstand would be sick :-)<br /><br />@ Rob: the softboxes are Lastolites Umbrella soft box; super quick to set up/tear down, and since light bounces on white before hitting the diffusion screen, it&#39;s the softest softboxes I&#39;ve tried; absolutely even coverage. I have 6 of them, use them all the time. Durability for professional use might not be top notch, but what box would live years without signs of wear?<br /><br />@ Kristyanna: I see your need for light gear. I like that too. Good luck in the future.<br /><br />Cheers! /PeterPeter Karlssonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02472666818943568831noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-32953962335839905652010-02-06T03:07:05.691+01:002010-02-06T03:07:05.691+01:00Peter,<br /><br /> It was a very informative Video, though you should learn the names of the materials that you used.;-}<br /> The elastic cord that is in the center of sections of fiberglass poles its called shock cord or bungee cord. <br /><br /> It is constructed of continuous rubber elastic strands with an outer nylon sheath. Bungee cord materials consist of (these are brand names) Polypropylene, heavy duty nylon, OCE fiber, and EPDM rubber strands. Is it sold here in the US. <br /><br />Peter, I am a 56 yr old College student I have gone back to school to get my AA in Graphic Design &amp; Photography. I have been taking photo&#39;s since I was 13. My Dad was a Portrait Photographer. Myself , I am physically unable to carry a lot of heavy object. My camera equipment has to be very light. That said It would cost less then getting the heavy Softboxes or umbrella&#39;s and stands. two of your inventions with say two <b> Nikon SB900</b> weighs about a third of just just one of my standard 32&quot; softbox, light or strobe and stand. <br /><br />I hope you are successful with this product and any other projects in the works.<br /><br />Regards and Great shooting,<br /><br />Kristyanna Virgona<br />Dunsmuir, CA <br />P.S. My website I created and I am still working on at school in our Dreamweaver CS4 Class Last Fall 2009Kristyanna Virgonahttp://student.ins.siskiyous.edu/art/art35/virgona1019/Project%20KV/ScreamTutInfoPage.htmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-88227052637077314292010-01-29T11:35:39.421+01:002010-01-29T11:35:39.421+01:00First, brilliant idea. Second, since you are Peter and stand is yours, it is Peter&#39;s stand, right? Shortly <b>PeterStand</b>.Aleš Vaupotičhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18261406617288395613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-6014757192860766482010-01-27T10:40:55.863+01:002010-01-27T10:40:55.863+01:00Great idea! Thx for sharing it!<br />Can u tell me what kind of softboxumbrella u used?robhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03836724775255436759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-58327377160790871802010-01-25T07:15:13.019+01:002010-01-25T07:15:13.019+01:00Thanks for sharing. Very cool looking. Can&#39;t wait to see the follow-up video.Rebecca Littlehttp://www.rebeccalittlephotography.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-49383648291211351342010-01-25T03:37:28.203+01:002010-01-25T03:37:28.203+01:00Just found a company that sells carbon fiber cords and poles. The cords are stronger than shock cords and the poles are about half the weight of aluminum. http://www.fibraplex.comMicha Sanders Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10897859753595501809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-30066629017399077302010-01-25T03:32:52.858+01:002010-01-25T03:32:52.858+01:00Great idea! I&#39;ve constructed a variety of homemade light stands over the years. The design is simple and looks great in your studio. <br /><br />You can buy &quot;Shock Cord&quot; through various manufactures and after doing a search for tent pole sections, I&#39;m ordering some from http://www.polesforyou.com <br /><br />Check out their pricing section.<br /><br />Thanks again for sharing...<br /><br />MichaMicha Sanders Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10897859753595501809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-2893742758408749992010-01-24T23:57:42.261+01:002010-01-24T23:57:42.261+01:00peter, really great idea which I look forward to experimenting with. Thank you for sharing this. One question, would you mind posting what brand of softbox-umbrella and flash bracket you are using? i really like the look of these. Many thanks, Robert,robertnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-38497566125082441402010-01-24T19:41:06.667+01:002010-01-24T19:41:06.667+01:00You have already made it as a successful photographer. Kudos to you for sharing your knowledge for free to those still trying to make it. Hopefully we will remember to do the same.<br /><br />By the way, I love your use of depth of field in your interior shots. Most interiors are shot at f/8 or more, so yours are refreshing. I might steal a bit of that idea for my next shoot too ;-). I appreciate what you&#39;ve done.JThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17774867276701965656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-81676845326299646072010-01-24T15:44:34.559+01:002010-01-24T15:44:34.559+01:00I&#39;ll be anxiously awaiting a link to a written form of instructions, as video breaks up in my slow internet connection.<br />Thanks for sharing!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-30556830602057871812010-01-24T04:28:50.061+01:002010-01-24T04:28:50.061+01:00Nice one. Looking forward to instructions. Thanks for the IKEA-tip Reine.<br /><br />Idea for keeping it somewhat stable in windy conditions: Loop for tent peg.Jontajontahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16255893995239226575noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-13230334638311826412010-01-23T05:13:08.759+01:002010-01-23T05:13:08.759+01:00Great idea! Have been looking for something like this. Though the materials are pretty difficult to get in my part of the city will surely try this out.<br /><br />Eagerly waiting for the consturction video.<br /><br />Wish a happy vacation and a good future<br />Regards<br />bekzbekzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17319788608558698983noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-19222655541524596532010-01-23T04:33:23.882+01:002010-01-23T04:33:23.882+01:00Great idea!!! Thank you so much for sharing!Germanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04444697772761000444noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-58384118514268029612010-01-23T00:15:45.838+01:002010-01-23T00:15:45.838+01:00Peter,<br /><br />Thank you for sharing this excellent idea with fellow photographers. As an architectural photographer I do carry my equipment to locations, and reducing the weight would be an amazing plus. Looking forward to detailed instructions!<br /><br />Arpad RonaszegiRonaszegi design imaging photographyhttp://www.ronaszegi.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-70291088898479372482010-01-23T00:11:01.339+01:002010-01-23T00:11:01.339+01:00Np Peter! You can&#39;t go to the Alps now. You must stay and do the instructional video! :-)<br /><br />Oh, well. I tried. Looking forward tihe the video!Rob Byronhttp://piedmontphoto.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-89691290454705785892010-01-22T23:42:54.057+01:002010-01-22T23:42:54.057+01:00Folks,<br /><br />I&#39;m so thankful for all the comments.<br /><br />I&#39;m leaving for the French Alps in a couple of hours, and will be back again one week from now. I&#39;ll put up a new video then at www.strobist.com, to show the details about the construction, and how to build them. I&#39;ve got the go-ahead from David, so it will happen.<br /><br />Talk to you soon /PeterPeter Karlssonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02472666818943568831noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-69600627649500675222010-01-22T23:29:06.135+01:002010-01-22T23:29:06.135+01:00Great idea Peter! <br /><br />Congrats to a fellow Sweden to the sudden success! ;-)<br /><br />As GeckoMarc I immediately saw the potential of ripping my son&#39;s Ikea tent (http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30073090) and steal the two tentpoles (there are two of them, 250 cm / 100 inches long in five sections). Three tents give you two tripods... Mind the quality though... <br /><br />By the way Peter, great photos (the B&amp;W are defintely an inspiration!) and hope you get a good trip to the French Alps :-DReinehttp://www.jarletun.se/Reine/index.htmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-80362340316089152872010-01-22T23:12:11.307+01:002010-01-22T23:12:11.307+01:00Maybe they could be called<br /> Light^2stands<br />(that&#39;s Light raised to the power of 2) as they are<br /> Light lightstands :-)Rexhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249813656679177921noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-42298877446870904422010-01-22T21:08:31.865+01:002010-01-22T21:08:31.865+01:00He, the &quot;Karlsson stand&quot;, that&#39;s kind of amusing :-)<br /><br />Actually, regardless of patent or not, China will build and sell anything profitable anyway.<br /><br />And I&#39;m actually contributing to that when I buy cheap (and good) Gitzo-ripoffs named Induro and Benro; I have three of those in different sizes, plus one good old Gitzo that once did cost about the same as all the new ones together.<br /><br />Hey china, do copy these please, I&#39;ll buy them (cheaper than the material, I&#39;m sure).Peter Karlssonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02472666818943568831noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6788470449864503272.post-22444790362563429222010-01-22T20:59:12.362+01:002010-01-22T20:59:12.362+01:00This IS great! Thanks Stobist for the link...<br /><br />Will this work with dedicated lights as well as flashes? I&#39;ve only recently begun venturing into the world of studio lighting (been focusing on natural light only-with reflectors and such)and can&#39;t really drop $500 for a flash yet...<br />Thanks so much for sharing!vikkijachttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02974334824892942739noreply@blogger.com