How To: The Garfield Crane Shot
Because of the overwhelming interest in how I did the crane shot in The Carol and Steve Show: Episode 17 - Car Wash, I've listed the steps here:
Parts Needed
1. REI UltraPod Tripod
2. Canon S400 ( or similar camera, these days I suggest the SD500 )
3. Broom Stick
Assembly
1. Attach tripod to camera
2. Attach Broom Stick to Tripod using velcro strip which is already attached to the tripod
Use
1. Turn on camera
2. Start recording close up
3. Carefully lift camera as high as you can in one smooth motion, keeping the viewfinder pointed at the subject
Thanks to Zack Branff for inspiring me to do this shot from the pet cemetary crane shot in his movie Garden State.
