chris fawcett

Hi Anthony, On your recommendation, I picked up a pair of the Vibram Fivefinger KSO Trek shoes on my last trip to the US, and love them. They are jet-black kangaroo leather, silky smooth and not too conspicuous. Finally I worked up the courage to try a shoot with them. Two back-to-back hour-long takes of a dance performance. They were perfect for fast-moving, delicate work, though they seem less suited to standing around in. I'll keep experimenting, but so far, I'm impressed. Thanks for the tip. Chris

Agree completely. I always request a 4-pin XLR power cable from the rental house for whatever camera they supply, and have saved most of that $10k+ for the purpose of philandering. Chris

If I say something in the forest, and no woman hears it, am I still wrong?

Matteo, more info here: http://www.steadicamforum.com/index.php?showtopic=4868&pid=53971&st=0entry53971 As for yoga, I'm on my annual week-long yoga workshop in Portugal. Fantastic! chris

I take mine to almost every gig. There's some info about them on my website if you are interested. Chris

Dear William, I understand your point entirely, I just don't think it's such a big deal that we be open about this. This is not a kangaroo court, and any comment about anyone is bound to solicit a fair amount of comment both supportive and critical. I love this forum, but what is written here is not really of much account to anyone but us.I think in these difficult times, it would be useful to open this discussion up. I don't wat to comment any further, but am very interested on what the rest of you think. There are bound to be many aspects i haven't considered. Anyone?

To everyone: Perhaps the time has come to loose our reticence to 'name and shame.' I understand the reluctance we have to this, but I would consider it a reasonable tactic under the circumstances. If anyone gets unfairly named while paying back an old favour, or doing a charity gig, they can defend themselves here on the forum. I certainly wouldn't object to being challenged, fairly or unfairly. Any thoughts on this? Chris

Hey Job, Many congratulations! Chris

Still going well!

Hey Job, If you want to test drive my Titan HD, I don't need it for the next two weeks. All the best, Chris

I have no news about the Light version. Perhaps it will be at IBC? Yes, the Titan HD also does SD. Check here for specifics: http://steadivision.com/transvideo/Titan_HD.pdf All the best, chris

Hi Tomas, Sorry, I don't do much live work. Anyone else? Meanwhile, check these posts: http://www.steadicamforum.com/index.php?showtopic=10575&view=findpost&p=53966 http://www.steadicamforum.com/index.php?showtopic=10575&view=findpost&p=54014 Chris

Here's wishing you the very best, Steve! Chris

I don't even touch the power switch now—just lock on a battery and shoot. This unit is flawless, and very popular at video village. After nearly 6 months perfect operation in the field, I give it my highest recommendation. All the best, Chris

I just did a few days on a film mostly getting shot at at point-blank range by machine guns, shotguns and pistols. the armorer gave me a set of passive Peltor headphones (along with an assortment of riot gear), but they were not sufficient to attenuate the percussive crack below pain level. In stark contrast, the Earpeace plugs worked perfectly, and allowed me to hear speech at the same time. $15 well spent! Chris

Sorry, I wanted to delete my post entirely, but could only leave this stupid message in its place :)

Agreed. Hopefully he'll be able to use the Steadiseg for most of it. Chris

You can do it. Just unscrew the chest spar, then reassemble the vest with the spar on the outside. Personally, I'm always trying to get my block higher. I prefer having the fixed point of the Steadicam arm closer to the fixed point of my own arm. It's a little more awkward, maybe (though I don't find it so), but it gets me a better boom range. Chris

Yes, That's me, Larry, and Demetri at Shepperton, where Larry was prepping for Scorsese's Hugo Cabret. That f*** bracket is one of Larry's toys. It's handy for seated hard-mounts so you can circle the arm around your knees. We weren't using it for added extension, so there was no extra strain on the rod ends or the block. It does put a lot of extra strain on the arm post, though both Larry's G70 and the Pro we tested handled it fine. The total load on the arm was 35kg (77lbs). The 3D camera rig alone was 27kg (60lbs). Larry was running around with it like it was nothing. What a pro. It was an honour to work with him. Chris

Still loving it. After 4 months of use, it hasn't failed me. I only ever got it to loose a signal when I deliberately walked away from it in a test. Last weekend I shot some dancers onstage for live video back-projection. There were no interference issues from any of the other gear in the theatre. It has become a transparent piece of kit for me now. I just switch it on, and it works. 'Search and Lock' quickly finds the best channel, and that's it. The only button I ever press now is the power switch. Problem solved. Chris

Hi Jon, My A1 would take a 12kg cam with one battery. Taping a second battery to the battery rods would up that considerably. I tested it to 18kg—this was the arm limit, and probably way over the safe limit for the gimbal. Nonetheless, it flew. Hope this helps, Chris

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Your call, Danny, You can make yourself known to either Job or me, but we feel the same way about lending our rigs. All the best, Chris

I second what Job says, and he got in first. Thanks for the plug, Robert! Chris

Dave, I admit to the opposite. I do practice at home, and love it. Operating Steadicam well is the second most graceful, balletic, and rewarding exercise I have ever known, and I feel healthier, stronger, and fitter from it. Judging from my own experience, and from the experience of my many friends and colleagues in the business, I just can't agree with your thesis. I have only to compare my physical state to that of friends 20 years younger that sit with their legs folded under desks for 50 weeks of the year, expensive gym subscriptions notwithstanding, to know for certain that you are mistaken. Respectfully yours, Chris