3 Smart Ways to Use Grip Arms in a Photography Studio with Gavin Hoey

Grip arms (often called boom arms in error) are one of the most versatile and useful tools in any studio, especially in a small home studio where space is limited. In this video photographer Gavin Hoey walks you through three practical ways he uses grip arms in his small home studio, from solving limited height problems to safer, cleaner lighting setups. First, Gavin shows how a grip arm can instantly make a light stand taller. It’s a simple and secure fix when your light just won’t quite reach the heights you need! Next, Gavin looks at the classic use of “booming” a light so the stand stays out of frame. He shares essential safety tips, including how to position the arm, where to mount the light and how to use sandbags correctly to keep everything stable. Finally, Gavin uses a grip arm to hold something completely different, an A1 sheet of frosted plastic, turning half his image into a diffused into a soft focus portrait. This also brings all three techniques together in a short portrait session to show how grip arms work in the real world. If you’ve ever wondered how to get more from your lighting gear and reduce post processing time, or how to work smarter in a small studio, this is one accessory that easily earns its place in any studio, large or small. Timestamps and Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:34 Extend a light stand height 1:24 Basic booming a light tips 2:44 Photo session with a boomed out light 3:22 Longer grip arm set-up tips 4:18 How to use a sandbag 4:52 Grip arm to hang accessories 5:38 Photo session with frosted screen 6:24 Conclusions and Subscribe SUBSCRIBE AND BE PART OF THE ADORAMA FAMILY: ➥ https://www.youtube.com/user/adoramaTV __________________________________ Be the first to shop our great deals and sales by signing up for emails from Adorama! https://www.adorama.com/MyAccount/Login 🔷 Save 5% Every Day† or Special Financing* On purchases of $199+ with the Adorama Edge Credit Card. Learn More: https://www.adorama.com/g/adorama-credit. __________________________________ ✘ GEAR USED: Flashpoint 10’ C-Stand and Grip Arm https://www.adorama.com/fplsc.html Flashpoint 20" C-Stand Kit https://www.adorama.com/fplsct20k.html Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro II https://www.adorama.com/fplfev200p22.html Flashpoint XPLOR 100 Pro https://www.adorama.com/fplfx100pt.html Flashpoint Zoom Li-on X PRO Speedlight https://www.adorama.com/fplfsmzlxps.html Flashpoint R2 Pro Transmitter https://www.adorama.com/fprrr2proo.html Glow S2 Round Flash S-type Bowens Mount Bracket https://www.adorama.com/glbdsm02pro.html Glow EZ Lock 12x36" Quick Strip Softbox https://www.adorama.com/glsbez1236.html OM SYSTEM OM-1 https://www.adorama.com/iomom1.html OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro II https://www.adorama.com/iom1240pb.html Flashpoint Saddle Sandbag (15 lb Capacity, Black) https://www.adorama.com/fpsbeb15.html SmallRig 2 Pack Super Clamp https://www.adorama.com/sr7352.html #studiophotography #studiolighting #adorama __________________________________ ❐ LET'S GET SOCIAL ❏ ➥ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@adoramanyc ➥ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/adorama/ ➥ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/adorama/ ➥ X https://x.com/adorama ➥ Discord https://www.adorama.com/discord ❐ MORE ADORAMA ❏ ➥ Shop https://www.adorama.com/ ➥ Blog https://www.adorama.com/alc/ ➥ Adorama Events https://www.youtube.com/@AdoramaEvents __________________________________ Follow Gavin Hoey on https://www.instagram.com/thegavinhoey Model: Chloe Kerley https://www.instagram.com/chloekmodel __________________________________ THANKS SO MUCH FOR WATCHING!