{"id":96308,"date":"2017-11-06T06:00:20","date_gmt":"2017-11-06T12:00:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/?p=96308"},"modified":"2017-10-30T15:57:33","modified_gmt":"2017-10-30T20:57:33","slug":"practical-guide-light-stands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/practical-guide-light-stands\/","title":{"rendered":"A Practical Guide to Working with Light Stands on Set"},"content":{"rendered":"

Light stands are priceless assets on any set. With the right stand for the job, you can create a safe and effective working environment.<\/h2>\n

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Different projects call for different light stands. The team at Grip Tips<\/a> has created a series all about the standard light stands you’ll see on most any independent film set. Let’s take a look at how to effectively use each type.<\/p>\n

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Standard Light Stands<\/h3>\n

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Most of us are familiar with these standard aluminum light stands that come with most kits. While they usually get the job done, they can easily break or deteriorate over time. It’s always a great idea to upgrade standard stands for something more robust. A poorly built light stand that you can’t raise to its full height can slow down the workflow on set. By investing in high-quality equipment, you can avoid this headache in the future.<\/p>\n

Preemie Stands<\/h3>\n

A preemie baby stand is a sturdy replacement for your standard light stand. These stands weigh around 5lbs and can typically rise up to six feet and support up to 25lbs. In situations wherein your standard light stands may fail, the preemie stand will excel. If you take good care of them, these stands can last most of your career.<\/p>\n