Do It Yourself Light Diffuser

[kycreativeresources]

Rojohv

[rojohv]

I made these filters for my project which is now done. I don't want to throw them away. If anyone is interested in buying my (2) Work Force Twin Head work lights (1000W each) and (1) Floor Workforce 500 W work light *WITH THESE DIY FILTERS* for $70 (lights alone = $80 + Tax @ Home Depot) email person51587@aol.com. If I don't sell them online I will be throwing the filters away & will sell the work lights at my next yard sale. Please be environmentally friendly; REUSE. LA, OC & SB areas CA only.

[Asofterversion]

What kind of bulbs do you get?

[geekboyfilms]

@Asofterversion That's a great question! Actually just the kind of bulbs that come with those lights.

[Shukini]

@geekboyfilms Do you know what the watts are at least?

[Jazza159]

@geekboyfilms I bought some halogen globes the other day that are called "Ultra white light" globes. There made by Nelson and i picked them up for 5.90AUD at my local hardware store. They give out a great white light compared to the normal yellow looking globes.

[geekboyfilms]

@Jazza159 Hey, thanks for checking out the video and commenting. I actually just threw out that diffuser. Went onto eBay and bought a couple of semi-professional soft boxes. They work great!

[Jazza159]

@geekboyfilms hahaha yea Soft boxes are brilliant, Nice tutorial none the less :)

[geekboyfilms]

@Jazza159 Thanks again man. I appreciate it!

[rmstudio]

"Hey bob you smell something?" "Yah" "Smells like burning homedepo drop cloth" "hey bob your color balance is a bit yellow" "I know its my homedepo drop cloth CC filter" LoL

[finegoldtube]

What is the name of the fabric you employ in this light diffuser video?

[geekboyfilms]

@finegoldtube Just white sheet but I would use something a little more fire resistant. If you do use sheet, turn off your light after about 5 minutes or so.  And have plenty of space between the element and fabric.

[JoeyMedinaComedy]

@finegoldtube You can use white cooking sheets. They're fire resistant and inexpensive. Get them at any Smart and Final store. These work great for any hot lights.

[RMO6701]

Great video ..... it just shows with a little thinking you can do anything you wish..

[geekboyfilms]

@RMO6701 Thanks!  I appreciate it.

[logipaun08]

Gosh are you tired? i can hear you breathing.

[geekboyfilms]

@logipaun08 Thanks for noticing. At the time of shooting that video which was a few years ago now, I was overweight so maybe that's why my breathing was like that. I've since lost about 25 to 30 pounds.

[moonswoman1]

This was so cool. Thanks for making it,

[geekboyfilms]

@moonswoman1 Thanks for watching and leaving the comment!

[PMSANDAGUN]

Love it, and I already have all the required components around the house! You just saved me a lot of cursing and fumbling :P

[geekboyfilms]

@PMSANDAGUN Glad I could be of some help! Thanks for watching.

[dpylyp]

That is such a simple and elegant solution for lighting diffusers.

Do you handle any Portability issues?

David Pylyp

Accredited Senior Agent Living in Toronto

[geekboyfilms]

@dpylyp Thanks for your kind words. To tell you the truth, it's been forever since I last uses those diff-users. Kind of got out of the whole video production thing but when I did a couple years ago I didn't have any portability issues. They come apart so you can transport the pieces very easily.

[dpylyp]

That is such a simple and elegant solution for lighting diffusers.

Do you handle and Portability issues?

David Pylyp

Accredited Senior Agent Living in Toronto

[BellalAzimi]

This looks a lot cleaner and simpler than a softbox. You did an outstanding job on this video. Thanks man.

[geekboyfilms]

@BellalAzimi Glad you liked my video. Thanks for watching!

[GoodtoolsGoodcrops]

awesome man

[djkaneck1]

Oh, I built a portable 10ft green screen stand based on your design under 30 bucks. Thanks man!

[geekboyfilms]

@djkaneck1 WOW, I'd love to see pictures or a video of that!

[djkaneck1]

Glad you gave up smoking for one thing. 2nd, your design is off the chain! Thanks man helped me out alot. Thanks man!

[geekboyfilms]

@djkaneck1 Thanks for the comment! Yep, it'll be 3 years this fall since I quit. Glad I could help!!

[red4marie]

I really like this design. I am a woman who does not know much about the pvc stuff but this video showed how easy it is to make no matter if you have ever used this kind of material or not.. I appreciate it sooooo much for helping fellow photographers trying to save some cash. And to all the critics out there, really grow up and be thankful someone is taking the time to share their ideas. Thanks again.

[geekboyfilms]

@red4marie Thanks for such a positive comment Marie. I really appreciate. Actually there wasn't much thought put into this video. I did it just for the hell of it and it's gotten more views than any of my others. Glad it could help you!

[CBG0829]

WhAt...there are 4 points on  a square? Rlly?

[APOTABAND]

Hi, we just posted a video response to your video. We wanted to know from a photographers point of view, if we were to make our lights into a "diffuser" type set up, would it still have the same effect as far as photos go ?

[bigirish08]

Thanks geekboy. I'm looking for a way to start saving money after buying the camera, computer and software. I'll get a pro kit later. This is perfect for right now. Very helpful.

[geekboyfilms]

@bigirish08 Glad I could help! Thanks for watching.

[geekboyfilms]

You can do it how ever way you want to. My design isn't perfect and I know that. Thanks for watching.

[Somalicalgarian]

Why not just use canvas from the dollar store

[tstoner91]

geek films? you dont even know what an elbow or t-coupler is

[TheVariousArtists1]

@tstoner91 listen buddy, just cuz he's not a plummer does'nt mean he does'nt know stuff so go die.

[iTylerTransformation]

@TheVariousArtists1

Wow your mature! I was just stating an obvious observation! I;m not a plumber either and you sure the hell don't know how to spell!

Corrections to your misspelling-

cuz- because*

plummer- plumber*

does'nt- doesn't

Cheer from Canada guy!

[TheVariousArtists1]

@iTylerTransformation ...Sorry i'll go back to English class, and maybe plumbing classes too, well i'm at it. I'm Canadian too? ...

[iTylerTransformation]

@TheVariousArtists1

Good for you! Clap! Clap! Clap! Do people like you seriously have no life. You have to go around bashing comments and people on youtube!? Grow up man!

[TheVariousArtists1]

@iTylerTransformation No I just couldn't help it in that case, I was truly hurt that we're not all plumbers

[Bruce241]

Great bid thanks fella

[geekboyfilms]

@Bruce241 Thanks Bruce. Appreciate it!

[djrock9000]

Do you have any test footage of it being used?

[geekboyfilms]

@djrock9000 I tried replying with a link but it's not letting me. For an example video of the light diffuser, go to my channel and click on the video titled That Darn Dave A Big Return

[madiba241]

Thank you for submitting this video - I found it very helpful and was looking for a good diffuser solution to use with these lights. I went to Lowes today and made my own and it works great! Thanks again! :)

[geekboyfilms]

@madiba241 Glad I could help. Enjoy!

[koreybishop]

i love how your guesses for the names of the joints were completely accurate, and first try. congrats.

[geekboyfilms]

@koreybishop Thanks Korey!!!

[IanDigs]

This is a great idea, I've just started making videos and my budget is about as low as it gets. I have bought a couple of outdoor security lights (120 w) and was struggling to "cool" the light down a bit. This will work a treat, thanks very much!

[stephane1234567]

Good video. These hallogens generate too much heat in my opinion. I have the portable 500 watts that i bought at walmart and in barely 30 minutes the room temperature get overheated.

[Films4You]

What about Heat? Those lights give ot a lot of heat

[geekboyfilms]

@Films4You Just be careful. Keep an eye on it.

[RATHAHONNI]

Google,Designers Edge,twin head fluorescent worklight,600 watts,NEW!

[PeachJam]

are you tired of shooting? you seem having a hard time to breathe.

[geekboyfilms]

@PeachJam That video was shot 3 years ago and I was smoking a pack and a half of cigarettes a day and extremely out of shape. I've since quit smoking and work out several times a day. Thanks for the interest.

[Tortuga699]

Nice idea but you need to take a look at the wheater on the tv, their is a red dot over your house on the radar lol.

[geekboyfilms]

@Tortuga699 I have no idea what that means! LOL!!!

[superdad1118]

Great!!!!!!!!!

[tenchi77]

awesome video

[silveredleaf]

I photograph jewelry, and this video has given me some great ideas for a better light box/diffuser. thanks for sharing!!

[geekboyfilms]

I'm sorry for not responding to comments as of late. My job has been keeping me very busy and I really don't do film stuff anymore. Your continued viewing and input are appreciated though.

[KingKassius]

i use those same work lights for photo but the pics were always yellow.

[BigVilFromWestPhil]

@KingKassius did you adjust the white balance?

[KingKassius]

@BigVilFromWestPhil no i sure didn't but now i use a silver clamp work light $10 and a 100watt bright white florescent bulb ( i got a lowes) . i just clamp it on top of one of my background stands and i bought a $15 photo umbrella from dodd. It works alot better.

[rickalex21]

That's a lot of money on shop lights but when you compare it to how much the stuff in photography costs actually it's a really cheap method. I would have liked to seen some pics.

[JIGW]

Pretty good idea. Got the same lights an used a shower curtain as a diffuser which dimmed a bit to much light but worked good enough. However, doesn't the cloth get very hot being so close to the lights?

[pilottbaldwin]

Love the simplicity and the great results! Great job!

Thanks

[BigVilFromWestPhil]

Good tip and it is clear far enough away so I don't see where the fire hazard would be.

[wabrams748]

You call that a house fire movie waiting to happen.

Make sure the material is fire resistant.

[geekboyfilms]

@wabrams748 I never leave it on for more than a few minutes at a time and always makes sure to watch it but if you're concerned about a fire then get some kind of flame resistant material. Thanks for commenting.

[bradfrankdrums]

@geekboyfilms You can use parchment paper as a diffuser. It's fire resistant.

[lvlik9]

what's the reason for needing diffuser.What do they do..

[geekboyfilms]

@lvlik9 It makes it so the light as not so directional. It's more spread out and thus iluminating your subject much better. the diffuser also softens the light.

[lvlik9]

can you post some videos you using those diy diffuser.....

[geekboyfilms]

@lvlik9 I actually don't make videos anymore but any of my uploads posted after the date of the light diffuser were done using it. Thanks for the comment.

[xcon1]

damn dude ur out of breath

[SnugglesSecurityBear]

Great design. Did you cement the pieces together? (Aside from the T, of course)

[wylojayso]

very cool, yet simple design!

[superdad1118]

Home Depot is selling the lights for 20 Bucks!!!

[superdad1118]

Thanks! Very Helpful!

[RyanSeinfeld]

how big are the second town frames

[geekboyfilms]

I don't remember. it's been so long since I built those. They can be any size really. it's up to you.

[ebodaaa]

great Video! thank you!

[mikewoodphotography]

that is very cool. couple years ago I made one exactly the same but used wooden dowel instead of pvc. and stapled the fabric to the dowel. if you make a big enough one they can work as a sun diffuser to stop models squinting on the beach or outdoors. I thought of making it hinged so i could get the big one in the back of my SUV, but with dowel got too complicated to do in my apartment. Well done. :)

[geekboyfilms]

Thank you Sir! I appreciate it.

[carlosreyes11]

kewl. Thanks for the ideas :)

[CathodeCulture]

dude!

[sumitino]

like waoh dude!!! woah!!! woah!!!!

:) thanks for the video, im trying to find these shop lights in town here but the Home Teapot is selling them very expensive.

[craigmoonman]

If you haven't already found the lights, Walmart sells them for $34, which is a great price.

[bigju24]

thanks for the video!!!

[geekboyfilms]

No problem. Glad it was helpful!

[westwind1957]

really good video! thanks very much

on my way to Wally world

[geekboyfilms]

Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching.

[cresfactor]

Whats the fabric you're using ? is it Silk?

[geekboyfilms]

The material is just normal fabric. Bed sheet actually. If you have any other questions, they may be able to be answered with the other comments.

[bizzysim]

Great video... What are the dimensions for the fill light and back light diffusers?

[geekboyfilms]

I actually don't remember to tell you the truth. You can make them any dimension really as long as the diffuser doesn't turn out too big to be supported or too small to be non-effective.

[PermaSpinCD]

one think i learned in this video is the geekboy needs to quit smoking!

[geekboyfilms]

You'll be happy to know that Geekboy did quit smoking, about a year ago and he also lost 50 pounds. LOL!!!!

[HankJMH]

Congratulations, Geekboy. I never smoked. But I understand that it's very hard to do. And to also lose, instead of gain, weight is terrific!

Thanks for the great video.

[RCSuperPowers]

Dude awesome! We are on our way down to Homeboy Depot to get parts to make one. Thanks!

[geekboyfilms]

glad I could be of help. I would suggest reading the other comments for further details.

[lilred1216]

sorry i mean the size of the other two diffusers your fill and background

[lilred1216]

about how far is the diffuser from the light. what are the specs on the other two lights?

[geekboyfilms]

about 4 inches but you can vary that depending on how long the pvc pipe piece is. As far as the specs, I really don't know what you mean. I apologize.

[mikulphotography]

thanks.

[HotShotAB]

Thanks for sharing. I'm curious as to what the material is that is used to diffuse the light? Is it like a regular white sheet or something?

[geekboyfilms]

Yes, it is a regular white sheet. Just be careful and watch it very closely because it can get hot. Turn off your lights regularly.

[apureterror]

Cool design.

[geekboyfilms]

They are called shop lights or construction lights. I don't think it matters, as long as you find lights that are similar.

Good luck.

[diosa101]

hey! i was just wondering what those lights are called? are they called construction lights??? whats the brand of that light i hope we have it here in the Philippines thanks for this vid!

[geekboyfilms]

They are called shop lights or construction lights. I don't think it matters, as long as you find lights that are similar.

[diosa101]

thank you so much for the reply! hehe...

[geekboyfilms]

Thanks!!!!!!!!

[javierlocutor]

Just amazing, simple, cheaper and effective...receive a handshake!

[navmachine]

This was EXACTLY what I was looking for! Thanks so much!

[geekboyfilms]

Hey, no problem. When I made the video I never thought it would get so many views and help as many people as it has.

[nambobambo]

what kind of cloth did you use for the screen diffuser?

[geekboyfilms]

Just regular sheet cloth

[poembala]

nice!! keep it up bro

[wickedceltics]

nice video. You sound like you're about to die. Had you just run a marathon? You might wanna get that checked out, hoss.

[geekboyfilms]

I'm fine. I did that video when I still smoked. Still alive thanks.

[wickedceltics]

good call, friend. Nice rig though. I might just do a picture frame and then rig it onto a tripod with duct tape, the true indie rock way I suppose. Do you remember the type of sheet you bought? Brilliant fix, btw.

[jma1273]

Nice design, congratulations

[geekboyfilms]

Why bother with colored gels when you can mess with color in the editor? Just a thought.

[djaditya86]

Light behaves differently with various objects and also with other lights. This effect cannot bo replicated easily in any editor.. Also, lighting is the basic part of photography and its very important to take care of the lights before the shot.

[geekboyfilms]

Okay. I'm sorry. Was just providing the information I know. Never said I was a professional. It sounds like you know more than I do.

[djaditya86]

Hey its alright! Its a good video! I'm not a professional either. But what i said was based simply on light and its science. It is indeed easier to setup gels and have two-colored lights on either side of a subject for a creative picture than to do some editing later. Just my thought.

[navmachine]

Also keep in mind the different temperature of shop lights and daylight. Tungsten is extremely yellow in comparison to daylight, so if there is daylight bleeding into the shot, I would recommend a full blue CTB gel. You could pick those up from any photography store. Trust me, they make a difference!

[LFlatcaster]

continued from previous. (out of room).

I do some videos at night on the water and with out the diffusers the lighting is obviously very harsh. I'm looking to improve and this looks like a great way.

I would appreciate your input, if you want to see what I'm talking just check out my channel and the feature movie, its one of my best examples that I'm trying to improve.

thanks.... Great tips.

[geekboyfilms]

Thanks for the comment. To answer your questions, no I haven't experimented with any other material. What I'm using has worked just fine. The spacing distance depends on how I angle the diffusers. maybe a few inches. I'm not good with numbers and measurments so I just eyeball it. You just have to watch your lights to make sure the the material doesn't get too hot. I've had a slight smell but no actual burning.

[Peetar]

How about using gels with work lights? Have any build plans for something that can hold the gels in front of the work light?

[LFlatcaster]

Great Video!

Couple questions.....

1. Have you experimented with materials, as far as what diffusers work better than others. I guess..... is there a point where it blocks the majority of the light and not effective?

2. What is the approximate distance you are spacing the diffusers away from the work lights. They get really hot... have you had any start to smoke and get burn marks.

[gianteagle15221]

What Does Your Light Bill Look Like?

[geekboyfilms]

It's not that big, since I don't use the lights that much, only a couple times a month or so.

[cazziglio]

never go jogging before shooting a DiY tutorial ^^

that's the real lesson...

[snap1o3]

the video was quite helpful, but why were you out of breath for the whole video

[geekboyfilms]

Oh, you noticed that? I'm not sure why I was out of breath. It was when I was still smoking so maybe that was it.

[WhatsABoyToDo]

Great design...I'm gonna try it out!!!! Thanks for posting.

[geekboyfilms]

for mine I just pushed it in, like you squeeze it and each end comes out of it's hole.

[lucky13studios]

I notice there is no cage in front of the lights, did that come like that or did you remove it some how, because I can't seem to find away to remove the cage on mine.

[geekboyfilms]

I'm not sure if wood would work or not. Just try it.

Thanks for commenting.

[filmguy91]

would wood work too or no?

[PaulTarlevs]

So this is just a basic construction lamp from home depot right?

[geekboyfilms]

That is absolutely correct.

[jambred]

this is cool. the fabric isn't 2 close to the lights?? i hear they get very hot. i wanna try this

[geekboyfilms]

No, it's not too close but you have to keep an eye on it and be very careful. Thanks for the comment.

[TheNewNikoSoprano]

I saw this on an old episode of MacGyver lol

[geekboyfilms]

It's just regular fabric

[jachapez]

What kind of material is the diffusion?

[AndyfilmsTV]

Proper name: Diffusion screen.

Why would you want to diffuse your fill and back lights?

[navmachine]

softer light = better looking subjects :)

[bobaandy]

Yes, for a key light. You don't want to diffuse your back light because it sort of eliminates the point, and your fill should not even be bright enough to need it. All soft light is even more boring then all hard light.

[twininc]

stop being a HATER this is working with very little budget. for a beginner this is perfect to learn. You should be more positive and help like this guy, Keep up the good work Geekboy

[bobaandy]

Haha. I can be a hater if you want, but there is a difference between advice and sucking up.

I know nothing will improve unless he has direct and brutal advice. That doesn't mean I am being mean to him, it just means he needs to know the truth so he can improve in the future. "Good work" does not help him in the slightest. By educating him on the proper practices, he can advance his skills far more.

[acbarakas]

nice vid..

[flamingbrickstudios]

I love your voice , you could do great Voice Over work i bet.

[MysticInfusion]

Thanks. Much appreciated.

[mediarainbow]

Great instructions!

[convanjo]

Thank you for sharing this knowledge!

[DigitalPraise7]

what kind of material is the diffusion?

[redtail5]

tahts a great idea! your verry creative and helpfull! i can even mod this to hold other things!

[PoohbearDX]

Thank you for the DIY. It had given me some ideas for a indoor green house setup using high power LED's. Also I will try this when I set up some mini photo studio with high power LED's for my photo setups.

Thanks for sharing.

[Ben1257sb]

this is incredibly simple and incredibly awesome. thank you so much!