Curious about the equipment I use? Here’s the whole list with links to see detailed information.

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BAG

• Thinktank streetwalker Pro V2 rolling backpack
  Durable, Versatile, Configurable. This is the ultimate camera bag! I bought this in 2023 and love the convertible aspect. It makes the way I work much easier. It’s a good size bag that can be customized to suit your needs. It’s been on a lot of road trips and performed above expectations. I’m a believer in, “buy it right, but it once” when it comes to equipment. This fits the bill and you can grow into it too.

CAMERAS

• Nikon Z8
  Purchased in Dec 2023, the performance of this as a photo/video camera is incredible.

• Nikon Z6
  Purchased in 2017, I have 2 of these for low light photos and also video production.

LENSES

• Nikon 14-30 F4
  An affordable ultra wide angle for those sweeping creative shots. This is essential in my bag! 82mm filters

• Nikon 24-70 2.8 S
  My main event for weddings and work that will be low light. 82mm filters

• Nikon 24-120 F4
  I got this an an all around lens for general shooting. Plus it has 77mm filter threads which lets it work with all my filters

• Nikon 24-200 F4-F5.6
  I got this for when I’m working at the rocket plant or industrial area and can’t change lenses, but need max flexibility.

• Nikon 26 2.8
  A tiny lens great for street or indoor photography. The 28mm on DLSR was fun, and this is even better.

• Nikon 35 1.8 S
  A great standard prime lens, I tried the 35/85 combo at weddings for a while.

• Nikon 50 2.8 Macro
  An affordable way to get into macro, and what I use for wedding details

• Nikon 50 1.2 S
  I use this for events when I need to obliterate the backgrounds that have distracting junk in them. 82mm filters

• Nikon 85 1.8 S
  Part of the 35/85 combo, but I use this for portraits when I need to travel light.

• Nikon 70-200 2.8 S
  My all time favorite lens. It’s heavy but the results out of it are worth it. 77mm filters

• Nikon 500 F5.6
  My go to lens for distance! Stunning.

LIGHTING

• Nikon SB 700
  I recommend having one branded flash because I believe you’re more guaranteed it will work.

• Godox TT600 (4)
  A super affordable way to get into OCF. That’s why I have 4!

• Godox AD200 (2)
  Powerful, inexpensive, versatile. All the reasons I love this light and between my friends and I, we have a ton.

• Godox X-Pro N Trigger
  Gotta have a way to make the lights work and this is what I use.

MODIFIERS

• Magmod Octabox 24”
  My first and still most used portable softbox. Quick and easy setup is what I love.

• Magmod Octabox 42”
  My second much larger softbox that I use for headshots.

• Magmod Stripbox 36”
  My first ever strip box, pefect for edgelight, backlight, and creative light.

• Magmod Sphere (2)
  The first ever Magmod I got in 2017, and I still use these 2 all the time.

• Magmod Bounce (2)
  The second thing I got, I use it less, but it’s still usefull for on camera flash.

• Magmod Grid (3)
  Essential for controlling light spill. The more you stack the narrower the beam.

• Magmod Gels
  These open up an endless world of creative possibilities and I use them regularly.

• Magmod Snoot
  Essential for creative shots where an extremely narrow spot of light is needed.

SUPPORT

• Manfrotto 190Go
  My favorite travel tripod. Sturdy support.

• Manfrotto BHQ2 Tripod Head
  The perfect ball head to pair with the tripod legs.

• Impact 10’ Light Stands (2)
  I’ve had these since 2016 and they are my workhorses when I need to go high with flash.

• Manfrotto 5001 B Nanostands (2)
  These are my daily drivers and what I travel with.

Drone

• DJI Mini 4 Pro w/ RC2

  I bought this expanded kit in Dec 2023 and it’s so fun with great image quality.

Video

• Sony X70 4K camcorder
  Lots of pro features in a small package. What I use for dance recitals and wedding ceremonies.

• Sony CX900 camcorder
  Additional camcorder for weddings.

Video Lighting

• Godox SL60W
  A good sized LED light.

• Aputure AL-M9 mini LED
  Essential for helping with low light focus issues. This is always in my pocket. Super bright and small.

• Yongnuo 360II Light Wand
  Somewhat small and portable LED light want. I use this quite a bit for creative stuff. Fits into the side of my bag.

Audio

• Tascam DR 10 Pocket Recorder (2)
  Small and perfect for interviews and weddings.

• Tascam DR 40 Field Recorder (2)
  I put these near the piano, string section, or harp at weddings etc.

• Tascam DR 05 Field Recorder
  Backup

• Sennheiser G3 Wireless Systems (3)
  Before I got the DR10, I used 3 of these at weddings. Still awesome.

• Sennheiser ME66 Shotgun mic
  I’ve had this since 1999 and it’s still my go to shotgun mic!

• Sennheiser MKE400 Shotgun mic
  Super small and what I’ll take when traveling for content creation etc.

Video Support

• DJI Mini 3 Gimbal
  I use this for weddings and content creation. Super small, easily packable and holds my Z6 with a 14-30.

• Manfrotto 755XB (2)
  Lightweight and sturdy video tripod base

• MVH502 Tripod Head

• 701 Tripod Head