My Lighting, Camera & Studio Setup: How to Create Great Videos!

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  • @juliagraf
    @juliagraf  10 років тому +52

    My complete camera, lighting & Studio setup, with lots of tips how to create great videos. Also, if you want to see a full updated MAKEUP COLLECTION, let me know by giving this video a THUMBS UP and I'll film it when we reach 5000 Likes! So let me know by hitting that Like button ;)

    • @SabrinaCrumpler
      @SabrinaCrumpler 10 років тому +2

      thank you so much for doing this video, I have a small channel and this video is really helpful to me, yes other youtubers won't tell their secrets, now i have an idea for what to ask for xmas lol and what to buy also for my own little space. that's very sweet, I been watching you since you started your channel :) hugs.

    • @SabrinaCrumpler
      @SabrinaCrumpler 10 років тому

      i think 2007

    • @MakeupbyIRMITA
      @MakeupbyIRMITA 10 років тому +1

      Sabrinas Playground ***** I also would love to know what editing software you use and does it make a difference in videos?
      Sabrinas Playground good luck on your channel I know its hard very hard.. I love when big youtubers help out with this kind of videso. thanks

    • @SabrinaCrumpler
      @SabrinaCrumpler 10 років тому

      MakeupbyIRMITA awww thank you so sweet, :) I like these kind of videos too

    • @baharsahin7566
      @baharsahin7566 10 років тому +3

      ***** thank you for filming this video, the other UA-cam's I asked just ignored me when I asked about setup and lighting. I appreciate it alot. I was wondering how you zoom in and out while filming.

  • @SILVEto
    @SILVEto 10 років тому

    I personally think that the quality of your videos is incredible. You really go the extra step to make everything extremely professional and high quality, and I think your videos have the best quality and lighting on all of UA-cam! Thank you Julia, for making this video, it is very helpful to people just starting out on youtube, like me!

  • @nataliesoutlet
    @nataliesoutlet 10 років тому

    This is super helpful to a lot of us who are just getting started. Thanks for sharing what you know Julia :)

  • @UhapiBeauty
    @UhapiBeauty 10 років тому +25

    I don't know if you realize this Julia, but you are the OG/pioneer that started the whole Ikea "Alex Drawer" craze. Now every makeup guru has one. Ikea should be cutting you some major checks!

    • @juliagraf
      @juliagraf  10 років тому +4

      Jane Doe Haha yeah I know, it's kind of awesome actually :)

    • @GlamKittyKat
      @GlamKittyKat 10 років тому +1

      everyone also went out and bought the Malm Vanity as well! lol

    • @rallyrallyro
      @rallyrallyro 10 років тому

      You are right Jane Doe. :)

  • @GRLYOfficial
    @GRLYOfficial 10 років тому +4

    I really never comment, because I get shy with commenting, but for this I really needed to comment. I want to thank you SO MUCH for sharing your equipment with us. I agree that it is sad how a lot of people don't like to share what they've learned because they feel that others should do the work themselves. Now I see the reasoning for that, but there's no reason to not help another person like you have done for us here. I don't have money yet for proper lighting, nor do I have a proper filming camera, but one day when I have enough money I will refer back to your video for help. I was thinking of buying that 600D/T3i too, and I'm glad you mentioned about the lack of auto-focus. Now I know to go for the T5i :) Thanks again Julia!

  • @alliexmarie12
    @alliexmarie12 9 років тому

    I just wanted to say thank you SO much for posting this video! I'm a new UA-camr and I was so hesitant about buying new camera equipment...But your videos have forsure made me feel more confident about purchasing some of this equipment. I really appreciate it!!!

  • @sofialvez17
    @sofialvez17 10 років тому

    Julia your studio looks wonderful!! Thank you! I've wanted to see your lighting set up for a long time.

  • @theluxuryminimalistraveler
    @theluxuryminimalistraveler 10 років тому

    thanks for doing this video Julia! you are always so forthcoming and honest about your youtube journey and we really appreciate it!! xoxo

  • @roseoconnell9601
    @roseoconnell9601 10 років тому

    I agree with you...there are a lot of MUA's who don't want to share any of their filming secrets. Thank you so much for sharing this information with us. I really appreciate it. xoxoxo

  • @jessicamal78
    @jessicamal78 10 років тому

    This is the best lighting video I have ever seen and I agree I think people don't want to share their lighting secrets. Thank you so much you are the best!

  • @alexisgeorgia8798
    @alexisgeorgia8798 10 років тому

    I'm really happy that you did a video like this because I love watching them!!! I would also love to see a makeup collection video :)

  • @SpencerBerke
    @SpencerBerke 9 років тому

    Thanks for all this info!! About to start doing my own series.

  • @DIYmitLily
    @DIYmitLily 10 років тому

    I wanted to really say: DANKEEE! Like you said, many youtubers seem very secretive about filming, and for example lighting is really what I struggle the most with my videos. No matter how much I try, they never seem like beautiful and bright like you see so many videos. But this definitely helped :D

  • @MsShayek
    @MsShayek 10 років тому

    Love to see your setting secrets! Such a nice way to learn not only about make up but about filming :) thank u so much for sharing!!

  • @BriannaFox
    @BriannaFox 10 років тому

    I literally just watched one of your videos and was curious what your setup was! Thanks so much for sharing! :)

  • @Pentax47
    @Pentax47 10 років тому

    Very interesting! I love seeing how people set up for filming. And I'd love to see your makeup collection :)

  • @shaistaabrar1835
    @shaistaabrar1835 10 років тому +1

    Hello Julia this video is very helpful and gives an idea about the camera setup........ Well waiting desperately to watch the make up collection video

  • @happyhello5988
    @happyhello5988 10 років тому

    Yes, Please do an updated makeup collection! I'd love to see it:)

  • @mikaelaabree
    @mikaelaabree 9 років тому +1

    Thank you so much for sharing your "secrets" ;) Loved learning what works for you. I can't wait until I have more space to have a proper set up!

  • @akritenbrink
    @akritenbrink 10 років тому

    Yes, definitely more collection videos!

  • @mikachansailor
    @mikachansailor 10 років тому

    thanks for sharing this with us!
    triple yes for the makeup collection video!

  • @FrkenSunshine
    @FrkenSunshine 10 років тому

    My dad is a professional photographer and has been working with cameras for many years. Some of his lenses are before SLRs even became digital, and probably older than me too. So, if you're considering buying a lense, and you know you'll stick with Canon, then you'll have it for such a long time. He always says that it is more about the lense than the actual camera itself.
    But I don't feel like from your videos that you need an extra lense - they are very professional and sharp, and I liked this video a lot, thanks for sharing :)

  • @VictoriaIriarte
    @VictoriaIriarte 10 років тому

    Thank you! I'm not a makeup artist but I always watch your videos and I'm starting my own short film stories and this was helpful

  • @AlexsandraGarza0914
    @AlexsandraGarza0914 10 років тому +1

    This is really helpful. Thank you for sharing with us!:) I would love to see your makeup collection

  • @FSRain
    @FSRain 10 років тому

    Thank you Julia!! The sharing on tip off on lighting does help alot!! I usually rely on day light that comes through my room's window. Have been thinking of getting lighting bt couldn't decide yet coz I didn't have the space for permanent set up..

  • @Orphea333
    @Orphea333 10 років тому

    This helps so much! I just started and am really strugling to get clear and bright videos of good quality.

  • @Nimuetootoo
    @Nimuetootoo 10 років тому

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge on this topic! I agree, it seems like a lot of youtubers are hesitant to share this information. Having said that, I cannot get over that little vlogging camera you have...and I just watched the video demo at amazon on the Vixia mini, amazeballs!

  • @leahpripps
    @leahpripps 10 років тому

    This was super helpful! Thanks so much for sharing! :)

  • @Therealmcast
    @Therealmcast 9 років тому

    Very informative and helpful. We've been wanting to start filming our podcasts and this helps a lot with ideas on how to set up good lighting. Thank you for sharing.

  • @jessicarichman7594
    @jessicarichman7594 9 років тому

    I agree with your last comment. Thanks for sharing and explaining how you have everything set up 👍🏽

  • @JohnoNZ
    @JohnoNZ 10 років тому +1

    Thank you for sharing Julia!

  • @Glamfaceuk
    @Glamfaceuk 10 років тому

    Thanks for sharing Julia- so helpful & love watching your make-up videos! xxx

  • @projectlifecoach7544
    @projectlifecoach7544 9 років тому

    I thought it was really helpful to see that you use a remote to do the autofocus! I bought a 50mm prime, but I had trouble implementing it into my videography workflow because i didn't know to have it focus on me when I needed to be so FAR away from the camera. The remote control is a great solution!

  • @mariannecassar2943
    @mariannecassar2943 10 років тому

    Really professional indeed!! I am proud to follow you ... keep it up!!

  • @XOJHA
    @XOJHA 9 років тому +1

    Thanks for this Julia! Been a big fan of yours since the misschievous days.

  • @Danamwoods
    @Danamwoods 9 років тому

    very helpful and thanks for sharing. I am a speaker and starting to do empowerment videos and was looking for a way to create a home studio. As I find ways to make my studio professional, I will share my tips as well.

  • @d2die4
    @d2die4 10 років тому

    Thank you love for sharing your room , Iam on a hunt for camera , lens and lighting ... I guess these are things you just can't get cheap on it

  • @rallyrallyro
    @rallyrallyro 10 років тому

    I can't wait to see your makeup collection Julia! Thank you for sharing this video with us, personally I found it very useful.
    Rally

    • @rallyrallyro
      @rallyrallyro 10 років тому

      P.S.: Seeing your video I am thinking to buy the Canon VIXIA camcorder. Do you think it would be better than a regular camera (a compact one) for vlogging?

  • @melaniemichalke5169
    @melaniemichalke5169 10 років тому

    Hi Julia, Super Video, wie alle deine Videos. Du hast ja wirklich schon ein wirklich professionelles Equipment. Hätte nicht gedacht das ein Video soooo viel Arbeit macht, danke dafür.
    Freue mich schon auf dein nächstes Deutsches Video👍😃

  • @missdemicarla
    @missdemicarla 10 років тому

    Thanks so much for this! I love how open and honest you are with us!

  • @immibeb172
    @immibeb172 10 років тому

    Thank you Julia! That was really helpful. Can't wait for the make up video!

  • @mshaymez
    @mshaymez 9 років тому

    Thank you for sharing your setup! I'm on my way to making a film for UA-cam soon and,I'm buying equipment here and there! Just got the canon eos 70 D! I have a glamcor light I've picked up at a makeup show, but I haven't even gotten a chance to film yet!

  • @amyamazed
    @amyamazed 10 років тому

    So cool to see "behind the scenes" of your videos :)

  • @jeanettelawrence293
    @jeanettelawrence293 10 років тому

    Superb video Julia.. Thank you so much for sharing. It was enormously helpful.

  • @karlaviverosmedina6903
    @karlaviverosmedina6903 10 років тому

    Makeup collection video please!!! :)) I love your videos so much. Greetings from Mexico!

  • @Sararosa077beautyandnails
    @Sararosa077beautyandnails 10 років тому

    As you said, it would be awesome if more people share their system to do videos so we can learn more from each other. I love and enjoy watching this kind of videos and I'm learning a lot. From this video I learned good things. I even added it to my playlist because I want to get the ring light and the ac adapter cable. I do have good tripods but I feel like I need another good one and I like the one you use. Thanks for sharing! You're very pretty and explain very well everything in your videos.

  • @VisualEyeCandy
    @VisualEyeCandy 9 років тому +1

    Excellent video Julia!

  • @psychogroupi3
    @psychogroupi3 10 років тому

    Thank you for this video! I was really curious about what lighting to use.

  • @claudiaftprivacy6478
    @claudiaftprivacy6478 10 років тому

    I dont know if you should change something Julia. The lightning is for this job very good, maybe you can place the soft-boxes a bit backward to avoid that the background is over exposed, it also terminates the effect from the light-globe behind you. Maybe try to use an iris like 5.6 or 8 so your whole face will be sharp. With an iris from 2.8 your ears will get out of focus when you focus on your eyes.
    For an other lens i could advice Samyang objectives, those are very nice to work with and not really ridicules expensive. It are cinematic lenses, but i use them for fashion to.

  • @mrssarahmarie55
    @mrssarahmarie55 10 років тому

    Thank you for this video! You made it so simple! I do family vlogs but I need a new camera and this helps give me some ideas to expand my channel.

  • @GabrielleMarie
    @GabrielleMarie 9 років тому +5

    Great video! I love getting an idea of what everyone else uses! :D
    xoxo
    Gabby

    • @JIJII420
      @JIJII420 9 років тому

      Hey +Gabrielle Marie fancy seeing you here :)
      I was actually heading to your channel after this

  • @ellaninkovic
    @ellaninkovic 9 років тому

    Thank you so much for sharing! This was so helpful! I started my channel a few months ago and lighting is one of my biggest challenges that I struggle with! xoxo

  • @TobinMUA
    @TobinMUA 10 років тому +1

    thank you so much for this video!!! it really helped :) also I totally agree wight the whole "youtubers not sharing their tips" I feel like some youtubers are just greedy and don't want to share but I love that you're very honest and wanted to share your tips and tricks :)

  • @kiranfashionista
    @kiranfashionista 10 років тому

    Great stuff you've got for filming.I liked ur studio, setup, decorations and everything and i will love to see your makeup collection :) I gave you thumbs up. I always do ;)

  • @Josefinelundbyo
    @Josefinelundbyo 10 років тому +1

    Perfect video - so informative!
    Thank you so much :)

  • @sherimiller5733
    @sherimiller5733 9 років тому

    Thank you Julia! Really appreciate you sharing.

  • @babyrose0730
    @babyrose0730 10 років тому

    That is so nice of you julia. Thanks for sharing.

  • @JameeMiller
    @JameeMiller 10 років тому

    Thanks for sharing all of this grea5 information! I have been blogging for over 7 years but really want to start Incorporating some video in as well so this helps a ton!

  • @SimplyjenniferN
    @SimplyjenniferN 9 років тому +1

    Such an informative video, thank you for sharing.

  • @samgilardi
    @samgilardi 10 років тому

    i was really surprised after looking at all of these items links and adding it up that for around $2,200 you can get a AMAZING high quality set up like yours!!!!! i was imagining it to cost thousandsss more. obviously the most expensive stuff you can start out smaller-the camera, the lens.. thank you for sharing all of this!

  • @LauraClendenning
    @LauraClendenning 8 років тому

    That logging camera is soooo cool !!

  • @GlaMarcoux13
    @GlaMarcoux13 10 років тому

    Thanks Julia! Need the ring light for sure!

  • @zinxgsarts
    @zinxgsarts 9 років тому

    Thanks for sharing. Very nice set up and a really informative video

  • @makemeover5562
    @makemeover5562 9 років тому

    Thanks so much for sharing this! I'm setting up to start a new channel and this video was incredible useful for me!

  • @SimplyFabFam
    @SimplyFabFam 10 років тому

    I found this video so helpful.
    thank you so much for sharing!

  • @kittenpawsbb
    @kittenpawsbb 10 років тому

    Very insightful . I really like the still shots, when you show the products. I've been wondering what your setup was. This can help me when I sell stuff on ebay, to get those nice professional looking photos. Thanks! PS: I also brought the Alex draws and the desk from Ikea, because of you videos.

  • @makeitupcanada
    @makeitupcanada 10 років тому

    Great video! Really helps to see what lighting you use, to me that is the most frustrating part when filming videos

  • @Chubbychucklez88
    @Chubbychucklez88 9 років тому

    Hi julia! I've been watching your tutorials for like 6 years! You are my very favorite and have motivated me to start a youtube channel... Took me a while to start up but here I am 😊
    My question for you is, what editing software do you use?

  • @IngridHughes
    @IngridHughes 10 років тому

    I use the same ring light as you but I have a videocamera so it's all very sharp without any bokeh. I want to improve my background because I'm using a spare room and the wall is very dark!
    Thanks for sharing, it's very helpful!

  • @tharrison0043
    @tharrison0043 10 років тому

    This is a great tutorial,thank you for doing it,it's very helpful.

  • @07mirka
    @07mirka 10 років тому

    would love to see an updated makeup collection:)

  • @Kurilah
    @Kurilah 10 років тому

    Really interesting video! Of course I would like to see your make-up collection as I'm curious to see how you store all the items you receive from the PR companies.

  • @Crochetwithkayla
    @Crochetwithkayla 9 років тому +1

    GREAT video!!! this will help me so much!

  • @belajarmenggambar8944
    @belajarmenggambar8944 9 років тому

    great tips julia. love the sets

  • @RandyHarrisJr
    @RandyHarrisJr 9 років тому +1

    Good information. Do you have any advice for the new you tubers?

  • @twominutetips
    @twominutetips 10 років тому

    Excellent - thanks for the tour.

  • @dresscodeischic
    @dresscodeischic 10 років тому

    I just need a video like this! Thank you very much, It was very helpful

  • @jovaloMiss
    @jovaloMiss 10 років тому

    Thanks so much for making this video! I just started a channel and I'm still trying to figure out lighting! This helped a lot! :)

  • @OrnelaReavesOfficial
    @OrnelaReavesOfficial 8 років тому

    thank you very much, it was so helpful and you are so humble to share your technic.

  • @hazeleyeartist
    @hazeleyeartist 10 років тому

    Love this! I have that same camera and I love it!

  • @MariahKMoon
    @MariahKMoon 8 років тому

    Thank you for sharing your set up would you prefer soft light or a ring light?...

  • @cindyselfimprovmnt
    @cindyselfimprovmnt 10 років тому

    Yes please do an updated makeup collection.

  • @TheKillgurl
    @TheKillgurl 10 років тому

    Thanks so much for sharing!! I'm just starting out and have been struggling with which lens setup to use, I'll have to give my 50mm another try ;)

  • @orerororeo
    @orerororeo 10 років тому

    Thank you so much Julia, very helpful video, would like to see your updated collection

  • @MaleenaG
    @MaleenaG 10 років тому

    Thanks so much!! I'm going to try this on my future videos!

  • @fanfare78
    @fanfare78 10 років тому

    awesome
    you are a true professional guru

  • @bevlove
    @bevlove 10 років тому

    Thank you Julia!! Love it!

  • @PolymerClayMichelle
    @PolymerClayMichelle 9 років тому +1

    Awesome video! Thank you so much for sharing, it was really helpful :)

  • @RachelWrites
    @RachelWrites 9 років тому +1

    I used the T3i for a long time but the focusing just became too much of a pain. You really should upgrade to a t5i/6i/70d because the autofocus is amazing and saves so much time.

  • @kitty686
    @kitty686 10 років тому

    C'mon everyone. Thumbs up this video please. I really want to see Julia's make up collection.

  • @MsCottoncandy10
    @MsCottoncandy10 9 років тому

    You are awesome! Thanks for sharing! I really appreciate this.

  • @stasbowshow
    @stasbowshow 10 років тому +2

    Super Video ! Es kommt wie gerufen, da ich die ganze Zeit auf der Suche nach Videos über Ringleuchten bin :D Finde es auch wirklich schade, das nur wenige Videos dazu machen. Danke für deine tollen Tipps :D
    Liebe Grüße

  • @MaggyKloset
    @MaggyKloset 9 років тому

    Great great great video! thank you! New subbie

  • @TeAmJeSuSGo
    @TeAmJeSuSGo 10 років тому

    Thank you so much for sharing! Love your vids, your lighting is amazing ;)

  • @MissClaudiaFab
    @MissClaudiaFab 10 років тому

    Thanks for sharing. I have the t3i but find the lack of autofocus kind of annoying. I may give this setup a try and do a video.

  • @LIVforstyle
    @LIVforstyle 10 років тому

    Thanks for such a HELPFUL video. As a beauty/fashion guru with over 13,000 subscribers I always look for ways to improve my filming and lighting. It is so helpful to hear tips from such successful youtubers. Thanks again :) By the way you look beautiful as always

  • @redmasquebeauty2739
    @redmasquebeauty2739 9 років тому

    Thanks Julia! This is really helpful, I'm just starting out!

  • @Teiaki21
    @Teiaki21 8 років тому

    LOVE this video!! Thank you! But I also LOVE the shelving unit!!! Please let me know what it is called! I can't find it on the IKEA site.

  • @CoralCreamCup89
    @CoralCreamCup89 10 років тому

    Tolle ausrüstung♡ ich hab mir auch schon n haufen für meine videos angeschafft:)

  • @Dollhalla
    @Dollhalla 9 років тому

    Thanks! You're beautiful and generous. Really appreciate the awesome tips. Rock on!