Today I follow Knoptop's advice and use an extension pole (also known as a painter's pole) as a DIY light stand for home studio, which can also act as a tripod replacement by holding a camera as well.
Knoptop's original "DIY Light Stand" video: • DIY LIGHT STAND! - QUICK EASY Video L...
Brickseek link for Mr. LongArm Pro-pole 6-12' extension pole: https://brickseek.com/lowes-inventory...
5 Ways to add a tripod mount to anything: • Add a tripod mount to anything!
Painter's Pole Tripod Adapter: • Painter's Pole 1/4-20" Tripod Adapter
Frugal Clamp: • C Clamp Mount for $10
Frugal Clamp 1.5: • Frugal Clamp 1.5
Zinc ground clamp
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11" Magic Arm
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Light Socket fixtures (for light stand)
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Male-to-Male 1/4" adapter
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Lighting spud
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Light socket Y-adapter
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