The Ultimate Wildlife Photography Accessory (How To Make A Camera Bean Bag)

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  • Опубліковано 6 бер 2021
  • Here's a little lockdown project for all you budding creators out there!! We all know that bean bags can be a great form of support for wildlife photographers. I use one regularly and sometimes can be a lot easier and quicker to use than a tripod. In this film I show you various ways that I use one and show you an instructional film on how to make your own.
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  • @kevinharmon480
    @kevinharmon480 3 роки тому +3

    You are a superstar tackling a sewing machine. Beautiful design, well done good effort.

  • @trevorcarpenter6678
    @trevorcarpenter6678 2 роки тому +1

    My other half whose a bit of a wizz with the sewing machine just knocked me up one of these , following your recipe. Great piece of kit. Thank you.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  2 роки тому

      Nice one Trevor, well done to the Mrs!!😀👍🏼

  • @twiztedzero1685
    @twiztedzero1685 3 роки тому +2

    I think what they've been using is Buckwheat Hulls for the filling, a whole lot lighter than rice. You can travel with an empty bag to a distant overseas location, pick up a bag of buckwheat hulls and you're set. Oh an kudo's on the shirt. I just bought a bunch of olive utility shirts myself from Mark's Work Warehouse over here to wear in the field when I'm out and about. :)

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Not sure we can get Buckwheat over here in the UK, sounds a good option as the rice is pretty heavy 👍🏼

    • @twiztedzero1685
      @twiztedzero1685 3 роки тому

      @@simoneardley Seems you can get buckwheat hulls in the UK after all, they use them for beanbag chairs and pillows too. Google them up find your nearest outlet. :)

  • @simondevaney2174
    @simondevaney2174 3 роки тому +3

    Brilliant those, put me down for one

  • @ppac5903
    @ppac5903 3 роки тому +2

    +1 for the UK made "Eardley" Bean Bag

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Cheers Paul,www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @WynneEden
    @WynneEden Рік тому +2

    Thank you for this video. I know this was over a year ago, but a suggestion you may have already come up with: your side and bottom pieces could be one continuos piece, (or the ends and bottom could be a single piece). That would make for less seams and make it much stronger.

  • @kevinwebb1977
    @kevinwebb1977 3 роки тому +2

    Yes please Si, I’ll buy one mate if your able to.... top VLOG as usual

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Cheers pal, here's the link.
      www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @annbjorg6
    @annbjorg6 3 роки тому +1

    I bought my Sony 70-200 2.8 brand new in box, of Ebay and it saved me a bunch of money. No regrets on that decision

  • @AndyJenkins999
    @AndyJenkins999 3 роки тому +2

    That’s bloody brilliant. Just need a sewing machine now!!

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Cheers Andy, plenty on ebay mate👍🏼🧵

    • @AndyJenkins999
      @AndyJenkins999 3 роки тому

      @@simoneardley cheers mate my sisters hooking me up with one.

  • @colpage4030
    @colpage4030 3 роки тому +2

    Cracking Simon will give it a go

  • @cathimcdonald7146
    @cathimcdonald7146 3 роки тому

    My brother asked me to make him a bean bag and I came across your video. Instructions are clear and simple and so I am off to make it. Thanks very much.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Youre welcome Cathi, glad it helped you 👍

  • @franceee1000
    @franceee1000 3 роки тому +2

    Yes please, great video

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Thanks Raymond.www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @MrJeyjey2707
    @MrJeyjey2707 3 роки тому +2

    My wife's dab hand on the machine so I've ordered one from her! Lol...Excellent job Simon....

  • @mikehowell1877
    @mikehowell1877 Рік тому

    Just discovered your channel today, I"m really enjoying your work. Love the bean bag, and I know its a year later, but I've made 3 purchases from Japan and never had a problem. If you read their comments on the bottom, many have a no questions asked policy. I've only returned one Item, and it was a lens I made a mistake with, there was nothing wrong with it. They refunded my money in full, and paid the postage back to Japan from USA. I always shop my options with Japan. Buy with confidence. Thanks for a great channel, you have a new subscriber. Thumbs up, well done!

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Рік тому

      Thanks for the sub Mike and also the info. Welcome to the channel 👊🏼📷

  • @KGsPhotography
    @KGsPhotography 3 роки тому +5

    I know photographers are multitalented but this is taking it to the extreme Simon 😂. Brilliant. Cheers Keith

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks Keith, you have to have a few irons in the fire eh!😉

  • @andrewmcfarlane8271
    @andrewmcfarlane8271 3 роки тому +2

    Great idea would be interested in one thanks

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      They'll be on my Etsy shop this week #eardleycreations

  • @deborahstockwell9291
    @deborahstockwell9291 2 роки тому

    I love your video. Thank you so. I have for doing this. I am American and I sew a good deal but I do need to change all the measurements to inches. But I suspect I can handle that part. I am 73 and want to make a camera Bean bag to help me shoot from my car. I want to give a shout out to my Tamron lenses. My 150 to 600 and my 18 to 400. A very nice lens for a bit less. I know you are a professional while I am a student. Photography has truly helped me. I lost my middle child 3 1/2 years again. A beautiful 45 yr. old son. The birds and my work keep me going. But at my age and size being able to shoot from my car is a big help. So I am going to try and make your bag to use in my car. Thanks so much for sharing your talent!

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  2 роки тому

      Hi Deborah, so sorry for your loss. The pain must be indescribable, hopefully being out in nature will go some small way to help to try to heal your broken heart 😢 Good luck following the film and I hope the beanbag will help you to get some great images. All the best, Si 👊🏼📷

    • @deborahstockwell9291
      @deborahstockwell9291 2 роки тому

      @@simoneardley thank you for your kind words regarding my loss. I just finished my first bean bag today. I used your video and added some of my own ideas.I used a pair of bluejeans and cut them up for much of the material. I think I spent about $20. The first test run was over the door of my Honda Pilot as I photographed a bald Eagle on her nest using my Nikon D500 and my Tamron 600mm lens with a coupler added. It worked very well. I plan to make a second one incorporating some improvements based on what I have learned. You are my inspiration for sure🙂

  • @JohnSahl
    @JohnSahl 3 роки тому +2

    Perfect timing, I just asked my wife to make me one yesterday :-)

  • @JohnCooper-jl5nt
    @JohnCooper-jl5nt 3 роки тому +3

    Hi Simon love the vid. All the way through this I kept thinking, "People are going to ask him to make these" I'm interested, as always brought a smile to my face.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      You're not wrong there John, I've created a monster!!🤣 They'll be on my Etsy shop this week #eardleycreations

  • @NikCan66
    @NikCan66 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant as always

  • @graemehogg4465
    @graemehogg4465 3 роки тому +1

    Nice one Si you creative genius was only looking at bean bags last week. Looks like the wifes got a job while I'm on the perches will let you know how I get on mate. By the way the wife was impressed with the sewing skills she's a bit of a whiz on the machine so take a bow mate. Stay safe 📷 👍

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Bow taken Graeme!!😆. I must admit they can be a swine sometimes but I'm gettin the hang of it. All the best, Si 👊👍🏼

  • @martinmoseley128
    @martinmoseley128 3 роки тому +2

    You have my respect Simon! NeVer got on with sewing machines... The wife says if i give her the details and templates and get the material she will make one for me so.. Cheers!

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Haha, me neither Martin. They can be fickle to say the least, good job theres no swear box , I'd be skint !!😆😆

  • @mikeday8295
    @mikeday8295 Рік тому

    Absolutely brill .Polystyene will just flatten out . Used it for shooting Rubbish, no weight. Again great stuff.

  • @treasurehunter1964
    @treasurehunter1964 3 роки тому +4

    Brilliant Simon, was going to buy one, but will make one now !

  • @rosemills2172
    @rosemills2172 3 роки тому

    Fantastic... thank you so much.. will be making one soon. like the idea that it can be filled and emptied as one travels!

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  2 роки тому

      Thanks Rose, hopefully you'll be able to follow my instructions !!😆👍🏼

  • @nzbirbz
    @nzbirbz Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the video. I made one of these today and am looking forward to trying it out.

  • @andrewnicholson9657
    @andrewnicholson9657 3 роки тому +1

    that beanbag is absolutely stellar I for one would have one from you and like you said made in the UK to boot.
    keep the vids coming, I look forward to each one

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Thanks Andrew, will do!👍🏼📷🎥

  • @steviebye1
    @steviebye1 2 роки тому

    Brilliant. you sir, are a modern day Jack Hargreaves!

  • @johngoodwin34
    @johngoodwin34 Рік тому +1

    Lot of work there Simon Day working into night by looks of things.

  • @touchedbynature5445
    @touchedbynature5445 2 роки тому

    Absolutely Brilliant, So Pleased, What A Surprise, Just Got One For Christmas. Many Thanks. Christmas Greetings Fron Norfolk.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  2 роки тому

      Good stuff, hope your pleased with it. Hopefully it'll help you get some great shots. All the best and thanks for the support 👍👊🙂

  • @fotonube4457
    @fotonube4457 3 роки тому +2

    Absolutely fantastic idea and vlog. Thank you so much for sharing Simon 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @longfish8892
    @longfish8892 3 роки тому +1

    Wow fantastic ~

  • @SkylarkFields
    @SkylarkFields 3 роки тому +5

    You are bloomin' brilliant! I'll never have the patience to make one myself, but well done for designing and making this, and for taking the time to demonstrate how you did it. Thank you!

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +2

      Kind words indeed, glad you found it of interest.

  • @christhorpe1966
    @christhorpe1966 2 роки тому

    Wife has just bought me one , Excellent Quality , Very well made ! Your a dab hand on that sewing machine Simon
    All ready for scotland now

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Chris, it will make you a great photographer!!😆 Cheers for the support and have a great trip to Scotland mate👍🏼

  • @laurencearnold5822
    @laurencearnold5822 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks Simon knocked one up between me and the Mrs👍

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Nice one Laurence, cant beat a bit of teamwork!!👍🏼😀

  • @NikCan66
    @NikCan66 3 роки тому +2

    Great video as usual and here in Ireland still in lockdown till May at the earliest.

  • @jillharrison2419
    @jillharrison2419 3 роки тому +1

    Fab! I've made my own but the design wasn't as sophisticated as this. Love it.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Thanks Jill, sewing really tries my patience. Got there in the end though!!😆

  • @EspenHelland
    @EspenHelland 3 роки тому +1

    Nicely done Simon, that looks great 🙌

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks Espen, its surprising how often I use one these bags. Would have been great to test out on the Mountain Hares this Winter but it wasn't to be. Some many projects gone by the wayside in the last 12 months, heres to better times eh 👍🏼👊🍻

  • @bumptybump
    @bumptybump 2 роки тому

    Great design and I will have a go at making one. I had one for years filled with polystyrene balls but my new dog shredded it when on the riverbank recently and I spent an hour cleaning up the mess.... I'm sticking with sunflower hearts in future just in case. I learned to sew when I needed a boat cover and have saved thousands since I bought an old machine. It just takes a bit of patience and practice! Great video. Well done.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  2 роки тому

      Cheers Stuart, yeh its a great skill to have and comes in handy for allsorts of little projects. I use bird seed in my bags, heavy but gives you a much steadier platform and seems to form to whatever its sat on a lot better.👍🏼

  • @phil23go
    @phil23go 3 роки тому +1

    Love the bean bags

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Cheers Philipwww.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @markfrost9005
    @markfrost9005 3 роки тому +2

    Bloody hell Si is there no end to your talents 😂 I'd definitely be interested in buying one of these 😊

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Haha, thanks Mark. Just a messer mate who likes to have a go at everything, keeps ya busy mate eh !!👍🏼😆

  • @vicariousaviator9742
    @vicariousaviator9742 3 роки тому +1

    Don't know how much you would save buying lens from Japan, but I just saved £300 on a D500 from Panamoz. Great service.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the info Iain👍🏼

  • @telkirton
    @telkirton 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent work Simon..

  • @v.r.9145
    @v.r.9145 3 роки тому +1

    Absolutely great UA-cam channel, everything is very interesting and I can learn a lot! Respect. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Glad youre enjoying the channel and welcome along 👍🏼👀

  • @malcolmnicholson864
    @malcolmnicholson864 Рік тому

    Super beanbag Simon thanks, anybody thinking of making one, it's a lot easier to just buy one of Simons they are great value.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Рік тому

      Cheers Malcolm, youre welcome and great to meet you the other morning 👍🏼👊🏼

  • @gjermundlindstad
    @gjermundlindstad 2 роки тому +1

    Very illustrative. Thank you! I will def have a go at this. Much appreciated!

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  2 роки тому +1

      Youre welcome Gjermund. Hope it turns out well 👍🏼

  • @andrewgill6863
    @andrewgill6863 3 роки тому +2

    Really enjoyed watching you make the bean bag going to give it ago myself but not 100% confident it will work out well I will let you know great video

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Cheers Andrew, always worth having a go mate.👍🏼

  • @pascalereaux1937
    @pascalereaux1937 Рік тому

    Brilliant ! Thanks for sharing !

  • @stuartdunning2626
    @stuartdunning2626 3 роки тому +2

    Brilliant Simon I would definitely be interested in one . Keep the amazing videos coming !!!!!

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Stuart, more on the way👍🏼

    • @stuartdunning2626
      @stuartdunning2626 3 роки тому

      @@simoneardley hi Simon I have ordered one looking forward to receiving it know 👍

  • @garymcdowell2502
    @garymcdowell2502 3 роки тому +1

    Great Idea on the bag. Nice job with the channel as it is very informative.

  • @aquaticcolledgefishing
    @aquaticcolledgefishing 3 роки тому +2

    I love these Simon. Great bit of kit. I wanted to practise ground bird photography so one of these would be
    prefect. I'll look out for them on Etsy 👍

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks, they will be on there in the next couple of days#eardleycreations

  • @fototyz
    @fototyz 3 роки тому +1

    Fantastic Simon.... you totally cracked me up at, “nearly gone through the window six times!” 😂😂😂..... I’ve got to find me someone proficient with a sowing machine, I need one of those! 🙌

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it Paul 👍🏼😆

  • @derekflynnsnr
    @derekflynnsnr 3 роки тому +1

    I’d definitely be interested in at least one, as for buying from Japan, I’ve bought twice, excellent each time, I picked up a Canon L series lens and a 2x extender, saved myself a small fortune even with the import duties, well worth looking into, keep up the good work, love the vids 👍🏻

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Yeh , I'll look into the charges Derek. As far as the beanbags go they'll be going on my Etsy shop soon #eardleycreations 👍🏼

  • @christinepepper4053
    @christinepepper4053 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Simon
    I'm really enjoying your channel. I like photographing wildlife and like your down to earth approach. You prove you don't need a £10,000 lens to get good pictures. I'm enjoying your set up ideas to attract birds (and like Mike Lane's channel) you talk about behaviour, which I'm interested on too.
    I ordered a bean bag after watching the video. (I want to support the ordinary man rather than big companies.) It arrived safely and I can recommend it to others. I watched you make it, so I know it is well made! Happy with the good price too.
    Keep up the great work and I hope you don't have to sacrifice too many hours at the sewing machine now the weather is improving!

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Thanks Simon for your purchase, your right it's not all about the equipment but just getting out their enjoying nature. Glad you are enjoying channel and thanks for your support👍🏼

  • @andyheywoodsphotographya-h7913
    @andyheywoodsphotographya-h7913 3 роки тому +2

    Great stuff Simon i got wor lass to make me one a couple of years ago out of some water proof dpm material its just basic but its great for the car door.👍

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +2

      Good on her Andy, yeh they're a handy addition to the camera gear.

  • @photografiaaustralis2131
    @photografiaaustralis2131 3 роки тому +1

    Buying from Japan is great. The quality is as described - for example a rating like Excellent +++ and the service before Covid was sensational. I have purchased a few lenses from them in the last few years. You will be happy Simon. Yep..interested when you put them on sale. Take care! Greg

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the input Greg 👍🏼

  • @AcuaticaFaerie
    @AcuaticaFaerie Рік тому

    Wow, this is fantastic! My husband is an amateur photographer and I'm an amateur sewer :P He mention the other day that he'd like to have a bean bag and I thought that could make a nice Christmas present. Thank you so much for this tutorial, I wanted to make the bag myself and your video is perfect guidance. Greetings from Spain!

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Рік тому +1

      Glad the film was of use to you Marina, good luck with the project 😀👍🏼

  • @markfullerton3510
    @markfullerton3510 3 роки тому +2

    I you be interested in buying one great skill on the sewing machine by the way 👍

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Thanks Mark, years of practice!!👍🏼www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @eddiek0507
    @eddiek0507 3 роки тому +2

    Great video,
    You did a fantastic job at making that bean bag.
    I once bought a Minolta 400mm lens from Japan, from Ebay.
    I got it a lot cheaper than in the UK. It's condition was near mint and it did not take too long to come. It was sent by tracked post. The only thing to watch for is how much the custom charges are, but it should state that when ordering...🙂👍🏼👍🏼

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Cheers Eddie, yeh its something to keep an eye on is the hidden charges. Cheers for the headsup 👍🏼

  • @garrycroy2896
    @garrycroy2896 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome Simon!! I'd be interested in purchasing one. Not bought one before due to design and price but this design looks perfect for me.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Cheers Garry, they'll be going on my Etsy shop soon. 👍🏼

  • @richardgee9558
    @richardgee9558 3 роки тому +1

    If I got the sewing machine out it would definitely end up with a trip to A&E for me...I would certainly be interested in buying one...looks way more substantial and practical than the one I'm using a the moment...good job 👍👍

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Don't take the risk Richard🤣, link below
      www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @briancox144
    @briancox144 3 роки тому +1

    Impressive well done great job brilliant idea .

  • @stephenwilliams6682
    @stephenwilliams6682 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Simon, I have my misses looking up the products to make one of these great idea, thanks for sharing. Going back to your question about 300mm f2.8, I bought the VR version from Japan a few years ago used, it came no problem and was mint. I had to pay import duty but even with that still £1000 cheaper than same product in uk. I traded it in for some other photographic equipment and got quite a bit more for it than what I paid. This has been my only purchase from Japan and I had no issues. Steve.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Cheers for the reply Stephen, i bottled it and bought in the UK!!😆 It was the thought of the postage back to Japan if it wasn't quite right. 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @steverobinson939
    @steverobinson939 3 роки тому +1

    Hello Simon. Put me down for one of your bean bags, I wouldn't trust myself on the sewing machine as I would end up sewing my fingers together! I am more of a spanners and hammers guy. Keep up the great work on the video, and congratulations on reaching 5k subscribers, all your hard work is obviously paying off.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Thanks for that Steve, They'll be on my Etsy shop this week #eardleycreations

  • @mat5943
    @mat5943 2 роки тому

    Enjoy your vids, keep up the good work. Just purchased one of your bean bags, looking forward to using it 👍🏻

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  2 роки тому

      Thanks Mat and thanks for supporting the channel and shop. Hopefully it'll help you get some awesome images👍🏼

  • @BuckRogersLive
    @BuckRogersLive 3 роки тому +1

    Cracking Simon !

  • @popeyeni
    @popeyeni 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Simon, Another super job is there no ends to talents!! I would be hopeless with the sewing machine so will order from you shortly. Keep up great work.

  • @1971wizzard
    @1971wizzard 4 місяці тому

    This is absolutely amazing and so well made….. my daughter has a sewing machine…. I am getting her to show me how to use it….. excited to get my hands working……What do you think…? I think the home made version of this is a million times better than any shop bought item…I absolutely love it…. Your are a craftsman buddy…. I amazed at this…. Well done!!

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  4 місяці тому

      Thanks mate. Nothing like making something with your own hands. It makes it all the more special. Good luck with the project.👊🏼👍🏼

  • @annbjorg6
    @annbjorg6 3 роки тому

    This is awesome 👍

  • @DC.images
    @DC.images 3 роки тому +2

    Great vlog Simon stick me down on your list would love 1.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Cheers Dean, link attached.www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1👍🏼

    • @DC.images
      @DC.images 3 роки тому

      @@simoneardley Ordered

  • @kevinsteer-fowler8174
    @kevinsteer-fowler8174 3 роки тому +2

    Nicely made Simon, I would definitely be in the que for one of these.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Cheers Kevin, they'll be on my Etsy shop soon#eardleycreations👍🏼

  • @smiffy5467
    @smiffy5467 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent tutorial Simon, just asked the misses to sew one up to match the tripod leg covers she made me.. I looked at a Canon lens on eBay from Japan but when you factor in the duty and import taxes post brexit it was about the same as their priced over here. Got one used from Wex in the end with warranty. Also have a look on CEX website as they do 2 year warranty on lenses if they have a tidy one of the model your after. 👍🇬🇧

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Cheers Andy, yeh theres a few factors to take into consideration. Its a lot of money to gamble!!🤔🤔

  • @wildlifephotobylenabratt5077
    @wildlifephotobylenabratt5077 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for a nice tip :o)

  • @IanWilsonPhotography
    @IanWilsonPhotography 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks Simon I made one yesterday and it’s a brilliant add to the kit.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Good stuff Ian, send me a pic when youre out with it and i'll put it on my blog👍👌

    • @IanWilsonPhotography
      @IanWilsonPhotography 3 роки тому

      @@simoneardley will do. did some of the finished bag on my FB page . What platform should I send the pics?

    • @IanWilsonPhotography
      @IanWilsonPhotography 3 роки тому

      @@simoneardley FYI I filled my bag with Buckwheat husks 👍

    • @IanWilsonPhotography
      @IanWilsonPhotography 3 роки тому

      @@simoneardley found your email so just sent some pics

  • @springer67gs
    @springer67gs 3 роки тому +1

    Nice one Simon, I'm that impressed I've bought one. Just try to keep that sewing machine under control while mine is being made. 😊

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Thanks Gary for your support hope it helps you get some great pictures📷

  • @tomwhitmore
    @tomwhitmore 3 роки тому +2

    I'd definetly buy one of these up from you. I have one from Amazon that is brilliant for using over the car window as it comes with a metal plate and a tripod screw welded to it meaning I can set up a gimbal but I've been looking at getting a second to fill with something lighter than rice so I can take it out with me in the field.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Nice one Tom, i'll attach the link to Etsy for you.www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1 👍🏼

  • @basiccarping6983
    @basiccarping6983 3 роки тому +1

    Just subscribed to you and can’t stop watching.. Great videos and please keep them coming, it must be so demanding editing it all afterwards, but the content is brilliant and I have picked up some great tips..
    Thank you,
    Si

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Thanks, glad you are enjoying the channel and picked up some tips👍🏼

  • @RickTOutdoorAdventure1969
    @RickTOutdoorAdventure1969 3 роки тому +1

    Great stuff Simon 👍 and a great film both the in field testing at the start and the superb master class. Your a talented man for sure. I am never ever surprised by your talent and skills because I've seen your amazing work for a long long time. You're a perfectionist.
    Great stuff, loved it.
    Atb Rick n Billy

    • @RickTOutdoorAdventure1969
      @RickTOutdoorAdventure1969 3 роки тому +1

      photography haha I wish 😀😀

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks Rick, appreciate the comments mate. Looking forward to knocking those stoves up !!🔥🔥 Catch ya soon, Si 👍🏼👊

    • @sstokoe2301
      @sstokoe2301 8 місяців тому +1

      What a great video……well done!

  • @robshipman7242
    @robshipman7242 3 роки тому +2

    Great video Simon and yes I am up for purchasing one please, I would like to make one but not got the equipment. Great work and great videos keep it up 👍🏻

  • @littlemike50
    @littlemike50 3 роки тому +1

    Another Cracking video Simon might knock one up in the next couple of weeks, out of some gortex camo material from an ex army pair of over trousers the bottom of one leg is already my wet weather camera and lens cover, your machine skills where not learnt overnight, my mother was a theatrical seamstress many years ago, so I was brought up with a sewing machine as a plaything as a child ,,, all the best, Mike...

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Nice one Mike it's obviously in the DNA👍🏼😀

  • @sonnyryan5345
    @sonnyryan5345 3 роки тому +1

    nearly on 6k subs now Simon, great informative video, thanks Sonny R.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Cheers Sonny, thanks for watching and yes very close😀

  • @stuart1970
    @stuart1970 5 місяців тому

    Brilliant video.. let us know how much you would like for one...keep the videos coming..

  • @gordonpearson1265
    @gordonpearson1265 3 роки тому +2

    Brilliant video Simon, I’ve not got my licence for a sewing machine🤣. I would definitely be interested in buying one from yourself.👍

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Thanks Gordon, theyre not the easiest machines to control!!!😆 They should be on Etsy in the next couple of days#eardleycreations 👍🏼

  • @Paul-ot2yc
    @Paul-ot2yc 3 роки тому +2

    Hi Simon would defo be interested in one. If i tried i think my fingers would be stitched to it

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Thanks Paul, ive attached the link www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @timcollingwood6158
    @timcollingwood6158 3 роки тому

    Hi Simon Excellent thanks for sharing Best Tim

  • @Chrischalkart
    @Chrischalkart 3 роки тому +1

    Bought my new Nikon D7500 and new Nikon pf 300mm lens on grey market, camera from America, lens from China, no problems with either. Both genuine items, just no guarantee or manual. Also got my 1.4 TC from China, new and no problems. I'd get a bean bag off you if you make them 👍

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Thanks for the info Chris, the bags are on Etsy now mate. 👍🏼😀

  • @daveroberts1139
    @daveroberts1139 3 роки тому +1

    If I had to lay odds on what your next vlog subject would be I think I would have put sewing at 500/1 lol.
    You seem to have a bee in your bonnet about the 300mm 2.8 so I checked it out. First things that struck me was the price at over 5 grand and the weight which is an arm stretching 2900 grams. That's too heavy for my liking. The 600 mm f4 is only about a kilo heavier! I use the 500mm 5.6 PF which weighs only 1460 grams. Nikon do a 300mm f4 PF which is 1669 quid but weighs only 755 grams you might like to consider. I thought maybe you were thinking of using teleconverters on the 300 2.8 as a 2.0x would give you a 600mm f5.6 which would be handy and half the price of a 600 f4. Nikon DSLR's won't autofocus below f8 as you probably know so I can just about get away with a 1.4x on my 500mm which gives me 700mm f8, usable on my D850. This limitation doesn't apply on Nikon mirrorless cameras and there's a very interesting vlog by a guy named Geoff Cooper which compares the 500mm PF and the 300mm 2.8 with all the Nikon teleconverters. You might find it interesting although he does use a Nikon Z7 mirrorless. There's a company called E-infinity which does imports with a guarantee you might like to have a look at.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Hi Dave, thanks for all the technical info I've watched Geoff's film and it's given me a lot to consider. Decisions, decisions all the best Si👍🏼

  • @briancox4339
    @briancox4339 2 роки тому

    Great video a man of many talents love the bean bag idea I use a blowup pillow but I may get my wife to make me one similar to yours keep up the good work thanks for sharing.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  2 роки тому +1

      Nice one Brian, youre welcome👊🏼

  • @clivemear4481
    @clivemear4481 3 роки тому +2

    Fab video again Simon... thanks - the bean bag is perfect for public hide work as well as in the woods. Let me know the cost if you do make them! Cheers

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Thankyou Clive, they'll be on my Etsy site soon #eardleycreations👍🏼

  • @Markeymarc321
    @Markeymarc321 2 роки тому

    I bought a few used cameras and lenses from MAPCAMERA from Japan on ebay and find their shipping cost and delivery time extremely good. Also the condition of product very good. Mind you I live in USA. I don’t know how this will apply to where you live. Just trying to help. Thank you for that excellent video. I always wanted to buy a sewing machine and your video get me good incentive to finally get one.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the info! Good luck with the sewing👍🏼😀

  • @markconway5156
    @markconway5156 3 роки тому

    Fantasic mate, id be interested in one of those . Think if i made one id loose it and set fire to the sewing machine or it would end up looking like a pair of underpants. Keep it it mate always an enjoyable watch.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Believe me Mark, i've nearly done the same. Thanks, they'll be on my Etsy site soon #eardleycreations👍🏼

  • @oliverwilkinson5773
    @oliverwilkinson5773 3 роки тому +1

    Id be happy to buy one off you pal

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Cheers Oliver, link below👍🏼
      www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @1evertonfc100
    @1evertonfc100 3 роки тому +1

    great video

  • @ggwildlife
    @ggwildlife 3 роки тому

    excellent video **subbed** i was looking online for some advice as model which is similar to yours came with polystyrene which although was very lightweight wasn't very moldable so i emptied it all out and was looking into either bird seed or rice, i mainly would be using it for hide windows etc, i did like the knee tip thanks. but also like you lay on a branch or indeed to stand upright when on the floor without collapsing. i would definitely have one of these from you.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the sub !! Agree completely about getting rid of the polystyrene, I always use rice or bird seed. Theyre available on my etsy shop (EardleyCreations). Thanks again, Simon👊👍🏼

  • @sharpyonthetube
    @sharpyonthetube 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Simon - Definitely interested in a bean bag when you know how much they will be and availability.
    Keep up the good work. Look forward to your vlogs.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому

      Thanks mate, glad you are enjoying the channel. Link below for beanbag👍🏼
      www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

    • @sharpyonthetube
      @sharpyonthetube 3 роки тому

      @@simoneardley Cheers. I have ordered a bean bag and look forward to receiving the modified version. Received my notification today that it has been posted. Happy to support your channel. Watched all your videos during lockdown and gave me the desire to get out there and get some shots.

  • @gregwilsonnaturephotography
    @gregwilsonnaturephotography 3 роки тому +2

    Hey Simon, looks great, perhaps you can show how the setup works in the hokki sometime soon?

  • @johngoodwin34
    @johngoodwin34 Рік тому +2

    I’m interested as soon as you can, just let me know the cost. You’ll soon get that Macro lens you wanted. Christmas come late that’s all Simon.

  • @nigelpilsbury7328
    @nigelpilsbury7328 3 роки тому +1

    Great video Simon, you can put me down for one of your Bean Bags it would be great in the hide mate 👍

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Cheers Nigel, they'll be on my Etsy site soon #eardleycreations👍🏼

  • @maggyfish
    @maggyfish 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Simon I’m in Wigan just down the road great video as per usual.
    If you did not pick up a 300 2.8 I have af-s version ii the lighter one (still heavy) for sale.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  2 роки тому

      Thanks Shaun, i bought the same lens but moved it on as it didn't work brilliantly with the Z6ii

  • @user-kk9cw
    @user-kk9cw 3 роки тому +1

    Simon I would be interested in buying one ;)

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  3 роки тому +1

      Theyre going to be going on my Etsy site very soon#eardleycreations