CHEAP LIGHTING SETUP on a Budget! - DIY

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  • Опубліковано 18 січ 2017
  • Whats up guys! Today, I'm teaching you how to rig a beautiful cinematic lighting setup $50 or less.
    Lighting is SO IMPORTANT and its pretty easy to get great results FAST. This is how I quickly throw together a studio light setup for filming inside without natural light on a tight budget!
    ITEMS USED:
    Clamps : tinyurl.com/zmt9uvc
    Lee Filter Gels : tinyurl.com/zyula9u
    LED Panel : tinyurl.com/gpyglau (Get the 2500 Lumen model - its cheaper and available in store)
    Gaff Tape : tinyurl.com/h7vnfsu
    Cheap Light Stand : tinyurl.com/jlwvmbv
    Foam Core 2 Pack : tinyurl.com/zg4ncdy
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    GEAR:
    Camera : Canon 1DX MK2
    Lens : Canon 24mm 1.4MK2
    Software: Premiere Pro
    Music : Epidemic
    Mic : Rode -Video Pro
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    Website: www.petermckinnon.com

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  • @JohnAeronCaiga
    @JohnAeronCaiga 4 роки тому +483

    It's so weird seeing this in 2020. Woah, Peter! 🤯

  • @CosasdelJardin
    @CosasdelJardin 3 роки тому +56

    i miss this Peter Mckinnon

  • @matthewanderson8585
    @matthewanderson8585 5 років тому +17

    Watching videos from 2019 then coming back to the older ones really shows me how much you have grown! Your whole personality lights up a room and you seem so much more comfortable on camera now! It's great seeing such a great person blossom like you have Pete. Keep doing what you love and keep making great videos to make people like me happy and intrigued :)

  • @GEMNaturals
    @GEMNaturals 7 років тому +43

    I'm so glad I found this channel. I haven't come across a video yet that wasn't full of helpful tips that I can use in not only my photos, but videos as well. Thanks Peter!!

  • @princeandfernee8548
    @princeandfernee8548 7 років тому +1202

    you're underrated, you deserve a million subscribers!

    • @timovanhees7300
      @timovanhees7300 7 років тому +5

      Prince Andfernee you are so right

    • @kunsunrethy
      @kunsunrethy 7 років тому +17

      hes on his way! 1 month from now, 100K is in the bag

    • @PeterMcKinnon
      @PeterMcKinnon  7 років тому +128

      I appreciate that! Cheers :)

    • @upstatesneakerhead9522
      @upstatesneakerhead9522 7 років тому +18

      You are growing crazy fast bro! When I subbed, you were at less than 10k. Crazy what good content does, huh? Cheers!

    • @liambarber6609
      @liambarber6609 7 років тому +2

      Prince Andfernee he deserves nothing... and that's how its going to stay. woodstocks over bitches

  • @Pradiip79
    @Pradiip79 7 років тому +12

    No, Peter, YOU have a great day!
    I'm learning tons from your vids, since I'm new to photography, and you're entertaining. Keep it up!

  • @SethParker
    @SethParker 3 роки тому +6

    It's so crazy to see the quality and production difference between your videos from when I first started watching you to now. Amazing, man! Give me so much hope.

  • @michaelleo5299
    @michaelleo5299 7 років тому +25

    I love your enthusiasm towards photography. Keep doing what you are doing 😀👍

  • @kendrashapka
    @kendrashapka 7 років тому +3

    Thank you for this great tutorial Peter! It was really helpful getting to see the visual comparison between each light and how they, one by one, impacted the scene differently as you turned them all on! Would love to see some more lighting technique tutorials for different scenarios. Very inspiring!

  • @RClackett
    @RClackett 6 років тому +3

    Great video Peter! I find lighting so intimidating. This video has really made me feel more at ease with the concept. I can’t get enough of your videos - I discovered you about two weeks and can’t get enough of your content! Thank you.

  • @HofTheStage
    @HofTheStage 4 роки тому +1

    This is the first video I saw from Peter, subbed right away. It's funny seeing it now and how much his channel has grown. Love seeing when good creators/people make it big!

  • @WoodsBrandy
    @WoodsBrandy 4 роки тому +1

    I am so glad you came up in my feed. I am so glad I took the time to watch you. The content you are making is awesome!

  • @morganheinzmann921
    @morganheinzmann921 7 років тому +90

    I use pot lights ($8 at Walmart?) with some LED bulbs ($5 for a pack of 3?) and I literally made some softboxes out of cardboard boxes, aluminum foil, parchment paper, and matte black spray paint and they work like a charm. I've done a little product photography and it looks great.

    • @venaustine4270
      @venaustine4270 5 років тому +3

      Morgan Heinzmann where can i see those prod. photography ☺️ under that given light setting.

    • @mobilecinematographer9317
      @mobilecinematographer9317 4 роки тому +3

      i would love to see it, show me!

    • @bingbong1790
      @bingbong1790 4 роки тому +2

      Me too!

    • @migbds
      @migbds 4 роки тому +8

      You can't just leave us hanging like that

    • @drealewis3069
      @drealewis3069 4 роки тому

      Please post a video on how you did this!

  • @BambaZillah
    @BambaZillah 6 років тому +185

    The main reason I watch this channel is because *Peter* seems like *a really nice guy* . I feel *happy* watching his videos.

    • @850Tech
      @850Tech 5 років тому +5

      also you can learn something too

    • @thetonghaokip
      @thetonghaokip 5 років тому

      Yeah thats true

    • @18deadmonkeys
      @18deadmonkeys 4 роки тому +1

      he understands the ghetto-solution culture

  • @amchildress1
    @amchildress1 6 років тому

    You have completely rejuvenated me. I've lost most of my desire to film over the past few years but I just watched about 40 of your videos. You have brought me back to living filming. Thank you for that. You have a new fan.

  • @skyredcreative7644
    @skyredcreative7644 5 років тому

    the best part of watching your old videos is seeing the comments "you're underrated, you deserve a million subscribers!"...love this. such a great motivator to me. thanks for being great.

  • @TheHungryPig0786
    @TheHungryPig0786 7 років тому +265

    I think I just found my favuourite photography/film channel. You deserve more recognition, man! keep it up!

  • @itsYaBoyBEAR
    @itsYaBoyBEAR 5 років тому +15

    I fell for it. I was watching this thinking, whoa this lighting set up! Must be one of his earlier UA-cam videos before he became Master McKinnon and then BAM 💥 perfect lighting 😂Great Video as usual.

  • @boyralf7631
    @boyralf7631 7 років тому +1

    the way you deliver the information is just so good. what a great teacher

  • @theShinySheep
    @theShinySheep 7 років тому

    Thanks so much for this! I love your videos. You can tell how passionate you are about photography and it's great that you take the time to show beginners how to do cool things without spending a fortune on equipment. Keep up the great work!

  • @lorecan5085
    @lorecan5085 7 років тому +21

    The Only problem with your channel is that there aren't more videos... Thank you for an absolutely amazing channel!

  • @Chrisjamesmagic
    @Chrisjamesmagic 7 років тому +3

    Thanks for this. First lighting video that has been useful to me!

  • @Thestyleinsider.
    @Thestyleinsider. 6 років тому +11

    Hi from New Zealand and thanks for your awesome videos 👍🏻

  • @user-sl2ov7yv7p
    @user-sl2ov7yv7p 7 років тому

    thank you!!! this is exactly what i needed! something good and cheap. and i was about to do 2-3 day research to figure out the best price to quality ratio DIY Lights but now i can relax, watch your video and the best part is that i know whatever you will show us will be really good and useful.
    thank you for giving us so many good advices

  • @erikap.8779
    @erikap.8779 7 років тому +32

    My 4 kids (2-9yrs) want to start a UA-cam channel and of course this mama is somewhat clueless when it comes to filming and photography so trying to graps and learn as much as I can so we can get these kids started on this. Thanks for another great helpful video! I agree with others found my favorite channel

    • @ethanohara407
      @ethanohara407 7 років тому +3

      Erika P. what is their channel?

    • @SilensVenator
      @SilensVenator 6 років тому +1

      Parents like you are the best kind

  • @AbdoAlTop2012
    @AbdoAlTop2012 4 роки тому +124

    2017 :didn't know gel name
    2019 : have red camera

    • @LorencCala
      @LorencCala 4 роки тому +6

      2020 start home quarantine content

  • @scottrowe533
    @scottrowe533 5 років тому +2

    Super-useful 'Lighting 101' tutorial, Peter. This should be required viewing for all beginning photographers and videographers! I studied lighting in college (many, many years ago) and the setup you advocate is exactly like the makeshift rig I used at home to produce my class assignments. It's a bit rough, but with time and practice some very impressive results can be achieved. Thanx again! 👏👍

  • @SamuelRiveraFilms
    @SamuelRiveraFilms 7 років тому

    Man I would really love to see more lighting tutorials. Different looks, etc. Loving the channel too, I'm going back and watching the rest of your videos. Thanks for what you're doing!!

  • @tigocostavisser9768
    @tigocostavisser9768 4 роки тому +3

    Watching this video in 2019. It so much fun!

  • @WW2HistoryHunter
    @WW2HistoryHunter 7 років тому +6

    Just so great details to learn. Thanks for sharing and Greetings from WW2HistoryHunter

  • @GreasyLuckForge
    @GreasyLuckForge 4 роки тому

    I'm just starting out and found your channel/tutorials. Super helpful for a new youtuber looking to start upping the quality of their videos. Thanks for showing all of these easy to follow and understand setups.

  • @keyanchougale4240
    @keyanchougale4240 7 років тому

    I''m too lucky that i found this amazing channel!! peter you are inspirational!!i'm watching his videos from last two days and i can't stop myself because i'm getting this much knowledge at one place! thank you so much man!

  • @MEDSimplified
    @MEDSimplified 7 років тому +63

    Are u bradley coopers brother?

  • @youcefben1735
    @youcefben1735 7 років тому +6

    congrats on growing on youtube. keep it up. !

  • @metinbaydere
    @metinbaydere 6 років тому

    That video is one the best tutorial i have ever seen so far. Thank you Peter

  • @AceandMaverick
    @AceandMaverick 4 роки тому +1

    Hands down undisputed King of the B Roll 🙏🏽👏🏾

  • @CraigPringle
    @CraigPringle 7 років тому +25

    Would love to see a tutorial on how you made your intro (00:09-00:14). It's amazing how well you introduce your stuff with that 5 sec clip! A lot of people make them longer but I really like the short, precise, and informative look of yours.

  • @koegon
    @koegon 7 років тому +7

    Thanks man! That's exactly what I needed

  • @ChugadaCheeseGaming
    @ChugadaCheeseGaming 7 років тому +1

    All your tips and videos have definitely helped me take my channel to the next level! Thank you so much!

  • @richardveloz923
    @richardveloz923 5 років тому

    I can really feel your passion and willingness to help beginners like me. Keep it up!

  • @laladywarriors820
    @laladywarriors820 4 роки тому +5

    im just watching this now?
    this is the most practical...

  • @JohnLuna
    @JohnLuna 7 років тому +62

    can you make a video on how to light products?

  • @antfirmin
    @antfirmin 7 років тому

    My sort of tip! DIY is definitely the best - makes you appreciate what you have so much more!!

  • @dauph6252
    @dauph6252 7 років тому

    Peter! Love your channel man, thank you for the effort and for helping people like myself who are just starting out in photography. Much appreciated!

  • @poolboyinla
    @poolboyinla 7 років тому +49

    Thanks, Pete.

  • @koegon
    @koegon 7 років тому +17

    The comment section is so chill here I love it

  • @HazyBluex
    @HazyBluex 7 років тому +2

    This is such a great tutorial! I've been struggling with lighting for a while but thanks to you now I know exactly how to fix it. Thank you!

    • @PeterMcKinnon
      @PeterMcKinnon  7 років тому +1

      Glad it helped out! You'll be lighting stuff like crazy in no time :) It gets addicting!

  • @bikhaminformationtechnolog8157
    @bikhaminformationtechnolog8157 4 роки тому

    Helpful, makes it work, genuine and you seem like a wonderful guy. Thank you for this video man. Keep it going.

  • @flowlesscards
    @flowlesscards 7 років тому +6

    Close to 40K!!

  • @nillhari
    @nillhari 7 років тому +3

    Great video. Please make video on strobe and speedlights as well

  • @keshavbx
    @keshavbx 5 років тому

    this video is proof that it's the artist, not the tools, that really make the difference. thanks!

  • @MagicallyMusical
    @MagicallyMusical 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks Peter! I'm working on upping my channel quality, and I'm confident these lighting tips will help! 😊

  • @MobileFilmmaking
    @MobileFilmmaking 5 років тому +5

    I know this is old but thank you for this.. Lightning has always been an issue for me.

  • @HoStevie
    @HoStevie 6 років тому +4

    *I need to get this setup...*

  • @farooqhussain6077
    @farooqhussain6077 4 роки тому +1

    Brilliant, you simplified the process I actually got a good insight into how to set up a scene with great lighting.
    Other vids I watched over complicated the whole process.
    Thanks

  • @gophertopher22
    @gophertopher22 3 роки тому

    Pete... you have come SO far. THANK You, for being you. Cheers

  • @jojoowens9309
    @jojoowens9309 5 років тому +3

    Who needs to pay for photography classes when we have P. Mac Academy here!

  • @GabrielRodriguez-cb8hb
    @GabrielRodriguez-cb8hb 7 років тому +83

    any tips for getting the confidence to film in public in a vlog format?

    • @PeterMcKinnon
      @PeterMcKinnon  7 років тому +99

      It can be tough at first! It was 100% weird for me when I started - Perhaps I'll do a video on that.

    • @GabrielRodriguez-cb8hb
      @GabrielRodriguez-cb8hb 7 років тому +9

      Peter McKinnon that'd be cool thanks

    • @Dunja0712
      @Dunja0712 7 років тому +1

      @Peter I'd love to see that video. Especially as a non-native English speaker. :D

    • @epion33
      @epion33 7 років тому +2

      I don't vlog but I'd imagine getting comfortable vlogging by yourself would be a good start.

    • @RasmusAbrahamsson
      @RasmusAbrahamsson 7 років тому +12

      Just do it and ignore what people think. It's not easy in the beginnig but you get over it

  • @MilesMendiola
    @MilesMendiola 7 років тому

    You're the man, Peter! I've recently gotten into making UA-cam videos and vlogging and I've been watching a ton of your videos for advice on what to do! I'll definitely stop by and grab this stuff to make this lighting setup! And this setup would be great for me to use while streaming on Twitch too!

  • @RubenvanStraten
    @RubenvanStraten 5 років тому

    I can't stress this enough... I hardly EVER subscribe to a channel, but this guy! Simple, Informative and Effective. Out of the hundreds of videos I've watched, this is handsdown the best. Subscribed! Keep it comming, I'd love to see the ISO, shutter and setiings you used. Regardless, thanks fir the upload, keep posting stuff like this mister

  • @8t5mm
    @8t5mm 5 років тому +14

    2019 anyone? Thanks UA-cam I actually needed help with my lighting set up 😂😂

  • @jimmyku5070
    @jimmyku5070 7 років тому +4

    Liked and commented

  • @benji0522
    @benji0522 6 років тому

    One of the most awesome reviews I have ever seen.Keep it up CHAMP

  • @YakirElbaz
    @YakirElbaz 6 років тому

    Thank you Peter for making something difficult, easy.
    Love your videos

  • @shubhamsinghssnl496
    @shubhamsinghssnl496 7 років тому +45

    Awesome work why don't u show your hairstyle tutorial😉

    • @kunsunrethy
      @kunsunrethy 7 років тому +12

      lol put on a baseball cap for a while and u got it

    • @PeterMcKinnon
      @PeterMcKinnon  7 років тому +20

      +Sunrethy Kun LOL pretty much

    • @kunsunrethy
      @kunsunrethy 7 років тому +2

      i got chu! haha

    • @ShubhamPa8
      @ShubhamPa8 7 років тому +1

      Peter McKinnon I really love ur channel

  • @saskelee
    @saskelee 5 років тому +12

    bro i am watching this 2019!!!

  • @megansmith9855
    @megansmith9855 4 роки тому

    Loving some of the old videos PM. Always so cool to see some of the earlier videos from people’s channels 👍🏻

  • @lucid640
    @lucid640 4 роки тому

    Finally, a serious and direct lighting solution video. So many other people are like "oh get THIS brand of light and get a lightbox, and get these other pieced of kit. Dont worry its only 200$. I just need something to get started so i can invest in the big things. Many thanks Peter!

  • @rachelgundersen377
    @rachelgundersen377 4 роки тому +14

    I saw the first three seconds of this video and my brain was like "what the hell happened to Peter??"

  • @ivettedizon7020
    @ivettedizon7020 7 років тому +11

    BRO U MADE MY LIFE 78644356 EASIER THANKS

  • @Bcre8iv3
    @Bcre8iv3 6 років тому

    Thanks peter for all your info. I’ve been so inspired by you and Casey. I’m starting up a channel in January because of you two. Thanks again.

  • @Mannydoesthingss
    @Mannydoesthingss 6 років тому

    I guess this weekend, am watching all videos from previous years. And am gonna use this setup. Awesome videos. Thanks Pete.

  • @pameladeregules2945
    @pameladeregules2945 5 років тому +12

    I almost clicked away because I thought that was your real lighting setup at the beginning. lol

    • @MrHarryGray
      @MrHarryGray 5 років тому

      Oh how times have changed 😂

  • @gabriellucido1362
    @gabriellucido1362 7 років тому +5

    7:23
    *ctb
    not cto

  • @invi_carlos
    @invi_carlos 5 років тому

    All of your videos are gold. This is great. Thank you as always!

  • @mgr001
    @mgr001 2 роки тому

    Nailed it, Peter - this is a must-see video for anyone doing Zoom who wants a professional look without the expense. Thank you.

  • @MommaFromScratch
    @MommaFromScratch 6 років тому +6

    looks absolutely disgusting, lol awesome

  • @energygiver
    @energygiver 5 років тому

    *I didn't know I needed this Video until I watched! Wow! Thank you. My new videos about to be extra popping now!! YAAAASSS*

  • @ladiseoul
    @ladiseoul 7 років тому

    Not only are your videos super helpful, but your music's on point!! Oh man, I'm always scrunching my face at the end of your videos like "damn, that sounds good."

  • @SauceStache
    @SauceStache 7 років тому

    Mannnnnn I was just looking at those husky lights the other day and walked away because I didnt know how they would look on cam! thats great!

  • @chris_tech_savy
    @chris_tech_savy 3 роки тому

    This is very creative and very helpful! Thanks a lot Pete!

  • @Worldwheelchairwarriors
    @Worldwheelchairwarriors Рік тому

    Awesome tips! Thanks so much. Others show very expensive and out of reach setups. I just want something simple, practical for my small space. Thanks again!

  • @c.vishwanath3417
    @c.vishwanath3417 Місяць тому

    He hit 6M subs, this shows the hard work and the consistency, doesn't matter what gear you use, it all works out in the end!

  • @s3lkaleksander255
    @s3lkaleksander255 5 років тому

    Watching your video's really give me the boost to become better a photography.Keep up the excellent work PM....

  • @PwnagePB
    @PwnagePB 3 роки тому +1

    Pirate Pete, I just came across this old video of yours because im looking to step up my skills. Def some really good information here. But... it did make me realize that everyone starts somewhere on youtube and well... you've come a long way with your quality. Keep up the good work friend. 👍

  • @TransplantHelper
    @TransplantHelper 6 років тому

    Great looking lighting. I loved the foam core refection

  • @lostregeneration861
    @lostregeneration861 7 років тому

    Your personality is great, man and I love the delivery of your videos. Keep it up - make more please! 😃

  • @f.6897
    @f.6897 6 років тому

    This was so facinating! I might need to do this!!

  • @GamerBuds
    @GamerBuds 6 років тому

    You rock my dude! All your videos seriously help out a bunch.

  • @RetroAdventure
    @RetroAdventure 7 років тому +1

    0:06 Oh you had me hooked already! That is exactly how I want my videos to look!

  • @alisamehmal7234
    @alisamehmal7234 6 років тому

    Enjoy watching your videos. Always entertaining and informative.

  • @hackerbynight107
    @hackerbynight107 4 роки тому

    First video I ever saw of him, been with him ever since

  • @abisayopeterabiodun574
    @abisayopeterabiodun574 3 роки тому +1

    Watching this video in 2021... Wherever you are man, I love you 🤗

  • @BobbyMacey
    @BobbyMacey 7 років тому

    I'm loving your channel. Discovered it this week and am binge watching.

  • @johntuivanuakula9802
    @johntuivanuakula9802 4 роки тому +2

    roughly two days out from the new year......Awesome stuff :)....cool to see how much Peter has grown in his videos... :)

  • @grayskystudios
    @grayskystudios 7 років тому

    you are great at what you do ... thanks for the friendly yet professional vibe. ... keep it going!!! learning with an ease

  • @VictoriaEgan
    @VictoriaEgan 7 років тому

    THANK YOU! this is the best lighting video I've found so far.

  • @Chantmagick
    @Chantmagick 7 років тому

    Super helpful, Peter. I'm using professional still photographs and videos from an online source to bring my music (stop by!) to life but I have ambitions to return to shooting with my iPad and needed to learn about inexpensive lighting options. This was perfect, thank you!!

  • @monty4924
    @monty4924 4 роки тому

    Decided to create a cinematic lighting setup for less than $100. inspired by this, one of my first videos! Thanks for the content. So cool! Stay safe

  • @gamesandphilosophy1431
    @gamesandphilosophy1431 5 років тому +1

    Awesome, thanks for this. Very helpful. Love your videos, man. Keep being you.