Premium Member Rupe Whiteman Posted April 17, 2006 Premium Member Share Posted April 17, 2006 Hi, ... Anyone know where you can buy folding diffusion frames in the UK? I've had them on hire in the past and want to buy a couple but can't seem to pin down a dealer... Anybody know of a dealer I'd appreciate it... Regards to all, Rupe Whiteman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Workman Posted April 19, 2006 Share Posted April 19, 2006 I'm not sure if these are what you mean but photoflex makes collapsable frames, only so big though. http://www.photoflex.com/photoflex/index.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Rupe Whiteman Posted April 19, 2006 Author Premium Member Share Posted April 19, 2006 I'm not sure if these are what you mean but photoflex makes collapsable frames, only so big though.http://www.photoflex.com/photoflex/index.html ... Thanks but no these are not what I'm looking for - but close! Cheers Rupe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Irwin Posted April 19, 2006 Share Posted April 19, 2006 What about Matthews RoadFlags? I'm sure you could have some sent to the UK if there's no dealer... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Clarke Posted April 19, 2006 Share Posted April 19, 2006 Try Cirro Lite. Look under lighting kits and accessories and you'll find Road Rags. Regards, Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Rupe Whiteman Posted April 20, 2006 Author Premium Member Share Posted April 20, 2006 ... I've got a set of the smaller road rags but need something bigger... the large sized ones are too pricey and I just wanted some foldable frames that I can attach my own diffusion/materials to. I'm going to make some!... thanks for the replies... Rupe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Smith Posted April 20, 2006 Share Posted April 20, 2006 Look at the lastolite 4x4 frames. I have a couple - usually use them as reflectors but they come with a diffusion and you can always tape your own diff on them. They are made of aluminium tubes that pull apart and you velcro the material over them. I take them on every shoot I do as they are fast to set up and help you out of all kind of corners.. http://www.lastolite.com/skylite-kits.php Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Rupe Whiteman Posted April 21, 2006 Author Premium Member Share Posted April 21, 2006 Look at the lastolite 4x4 frames. I have a couple - usually use them as reflectors but they come with a diffusion and you can always tape your own diff on them. They are made of aluminium tubes that pull apart and you velcro the material over them. I take them on every shoot I do as they are fast to set up and help you out of all kind of corners.. http://www.lastolite.com/skylite-kits.php Nick ... I discovered these yesterday in the calumet catalogue and am awaiting delivery of one!... Cheers, Rupe Whiteman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandra M.Mouli Posted April 23, 2006 Share Posted April 23, 2006 Call "Arri Media" London UK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolfe Klement Posted April 23, 2006 Share Posted April 23, 2006 if you don't mind me asking - how much did you pay for the kit from Calumet? thanks Rolfe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Rupe Whiteman Posted April 24, 2006 Author Premium Member Share Posted April 24, 2006 (edited) if you don't mind me asking - how much did you pay for the kit from Calumet? thanks Rolfe ...I've ordered the 1mx1m kit - £120 (+vat) it includes the frame, grip head and sunfire/white bounce, 1.25 stops diffuser and bag. As I've got some 1m wide bleached muslin and other fabrics I can then use them on it too... nb - like the look of your stuff - the mille miglia shoot must have been fun... I shot a Grand Prix competition a couple of years ago... Rupe Whiteman Edited April 24, 2006 by rupe w Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolfe Klement Posted April 24, 2006 Share Posted April 24, 2006 Some of those Mille Miglia people spend huge money on the race - helicopters and all. Same thing at Newbury horse races last week - I need to get into hedge funds or real estate in Iraq ! thanks Rolfe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WLphoto Posted April 29, 2006 Share Posted April 29, 2006 If you're handy, you could build a frame out of PVC pipe and plumbing fittings. It might be alittle slower to assemble than a commercially available frame, but it is easy to take apart if you lube the fittings with some soap. It's lightweight and cheap. For a VERY strong and rigid frame, build it out of square aluminum. Build it in six foot sections so you can pack and transport it reasonably. You would then have to buy fabric and sew a hem and some sort of ties or spandex to hold it to the frame. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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