5 Safety Tips for C-Stands

One upgrade to their studio gear toolkit that many photographers make is investing a c-stand or two for lighting support. C-Stands are primarily used to position light modifiers like flags, silks or nets in front of light sources, but are also commonly us
One upgrade to their studio gear toolkit that many photographers make is investing a c-stand or two for lighting support. C-Stands are primarily used to position light modifiers like flags, silks or nets in front of light sources, but are also commonly used to mount lights high or in overhead positions. C-stands are heavy-duty, solid metal stands. Working with them requires care to ensure you and anyone else on set is safe from accidental slips or hasty movements. Check out these 5 safety tips for c-stands before you get started!

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