PI Bang "I'm On It" Video Shoot

Last week, Orlando recording artist P.I. Bang shot his fourth music video. Most people recognize his sound from his single "Trap Keep Jumping." The video has received over 70,000 views on YouTube and other outlets. The song is also impacting clubs as well as the local stations. His latest single "I'm On It" has also received good response.

The video was directed by Ryan Lightbourn, who has also worked with artists such as Big A.C. and Haitian Fresh. Ryan is also a Cinematographer. In this video, he had the help of Jib Operator Sunil (NexgenFilms). The video had a great turnout, and according to P.I. should be released within the next week.

TE - The Weatherproof Canon 7D

Photo By Ole Jorgen Liodden

It's official, the Canon 7D has won me over and will be the next cam in my arsenal. And after seeing the great work of long time film maker Philip Bloom and Photographer Vincent Laforet, I had to get hands on. This cam will greatly compliment the 50D, and being that I recently started shooting weddings, a second cam is essential. Yes it would be nice to have the full frame of the 5D MKii, but at the current price points, the 7D is perfect for my workload. Plus it allows me to take full advantage of my 580exii.

Something I have been researching lately is weatherproofing. Everyone is a little touchy when it comes to their pricey equipment being exposed to the elements, but as new equipment rolls out this becomes less of an issue. Even Canon's latest flash units come weather sealed. In the case of the 7D I saw the most extreme. Actually, this seems like a vision out of a nightmare. Photographer Ole Jorgen Liodden went on an expedition to Antarctica last year and had his bare 7D with him. I've never had more than 10 drops of rain on any of my equipment, but needless to say, a rainy day is looking like no reason to cancel a gig. Ole reports no issues with the 7D after the shoot. Personally, I recommend a rain cover, umbrella, or simple plastic covering when applicable. Also as a note, when shooting in the elements be sure that all of your gear is protected, not just your camera body!