Posts in Category: Filming

Med Mooring Made Easy!

Welcome aboard!
In this week’s Patron only J-Log, I’m going to share some fantastic tips that will make stern-to-mooring a breeze.

Welcome aboard!  I’m thrilled to have you here as we embark on a delightful journey to explore the ins and outs of stern-to-mooring. Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Whoa, that sounds like a whole lot of maneuvering!” But don’t you worry, my nautical friends, because I’ve got your back, or should I say, your stern!

Today, I’m going to share some fantastic tips that will make stern-to-mooring a breeze. We’ll tackle it with a sprinkle of humor, a pinch of laughter, and a boatload of confidence. So grab your favorite deck chair, find a cozy spot, and get ready to navigate these waters like a pro!

Picture this: you’re approaching the dock, the sun glistening on the water’s surface, and a gentle breeze tousling your hair. As you gracefully glide towards your mooring spot, you’ll be armed with the knowledge and techniques to make it a flawless docking experience. Believe me, when you master stern-to-mooring, you’ll be the envy of all your fellow boaters.

But hey, we won’t keep you waiting any longer! Get ready to discover those handy tips that will make stern-to-mooring a piece of cake. So, let’s set sail on this adventure together, blending the thrill of learning with the joy of being out on the open water. Get those sea legs ready, my friends, because we’re about to dive into the art of stern-to-mooring like never before!

So, tighten those life vests, adjust your captain’s hat, and prepare to become the ultimate stern-to-mooring maestro. Our ship is about to set sail into uncharted waters of knowledge and skill. Get ready to rock those mooring lines like a boss and impress everyone who sets eyes on your docking prowess.

Without further ado, let’s weigh anchor and delve into these marvelous tips that will have you docking with finesse in no time! Are you ready to become the star of the marina? Let’s hoist those sails and embark on this unforgettable journey of stern-to-mooring mastery!

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Jenny

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5 Tips for extras you may need when antifouling your boat

Ahoy, fellow sailors! 🌊⛵️ In today’s Patron only J-Log video, we’re sharing our top 5 tips for extras when antifouling your boat, ensuring it stays in tip-top shape and ready for your next adventure. Join Jenny as we dive into the world of boat maintenance and protection.

In this video, we’ll cover items you might not consider prior to antifouling:

  1. Choosing a foldable seat 🎨🛥️
  2. Properly protecting your boat’s hull for antifouling application, get some tie wraps 🧹🔧
  3. Techniques for protectio, Sticks and cardboard. 🖌️🔄
  4. Cleaning products ⚓️📆
  5. Music/radio/podcasts – entertainment. 🌱🌍

If you’d like to watch this and over 200 other Patron only videos head over to our Patron channel at Patreon.com/carlandjenny from less than the cost of a cup of coffee per month. We publish at least two Patron only videos per week as well as other posts.
Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more sailing tips and adventures! Hit the notification bell 🔔 to stay updated on our latest content. Let’s set sail and make this summer one to remember! ⛵️🌞🌴
Carl and Jenny

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We got to 5000 YouTube Subscribers

We got to 5000 YouTube Subscribers

We made it! We got to 5000 YouTube Subscribers!

We got to 5000 YouTube Subscribers

We are so pleased and happy this morning because we woke up to find that our subscriber count has reached 5000! We can’t believe we have come this far already.

This couldn’t have happened without you guys so a massive THANK YOU to each and every one of you for following our channel and clicking that subscribe button. It really does help our channel grow and the more views we get the more inclined we are to put out more content for you.

We have given our production side a big kick and are now putting together more content than we ever have done. 

Last month we put out 8 videos on our Patreon channel. So how does that work?

To reward our Patrons we publish, for Patron’s only, a series of regular videos.

Monday we have our D-Log episode. This is where we discuss what’s been happening in real time, we put out hints and tips and it’s a place where we open up a bit more. 

Wednesday we have our “Carl and Jenny Talk About” vodcast episode. This is a video version of our weekly podcast. In the podcast we talk about everything that influences our day to day living, not just sailing related. The podcast itself is available on all of the Podcast channels online in just audio format, but for Patrons only we do the video version.

Friday is when we post a regular episode that goes out on YouTube. The Patron version comes out a week earlier and is ad free during that time.

There are other rewards also available depending on what tier Patrons opt for.  Any funds we raise from our Patreon channel go directly back into our film making budget, it is not supporting our lifestyle.

So if you are wanting more content for the cost of a cup of coffee, or more if you prefer 😉 then pop over to our Patreon channel for more info by clicking on the image below.

Patreon

 

Fair winds,
Carl and Jenny

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Photography and Film equipment we use on board.

Photography and Filming gear we use on board

As YouTubers we need a fair amount of filming and photography equipment. We thought we would write a blog post explaining the Photography and Filming gear we use on board of Dream.

The equipment we use is what we have built up over a period of time. We were fortunate that we ran a wedding photography and film company and so had a massive amount of equipment. So much so that we had to sell quite a lot of equipment before we moved aboard as we just didn’t have room to store it all, along with the fact that we didn’t need it all any more.

We are not going to make this blog post too technical as it would go on forever. This is just to give you an idea of what we use to bring you the videos we put out.

So, lets break it up into different pieces of kit:

Filming and Photography

Panasonic Lumix GH5

This is our main camera. This camera is a micro four thirds camera, good for still photography, but  a fantastic camera for film use. It’s not too heavy so its comfortable for long shoots, has all the ‘Pro’ features you need. It films in 4K which is now the standard and has more features than most people would ever need. Combined with some ‘fast’ lenses this camera takes some beating. We have pre-sets on ours that can even film in slow motion to a good standard.

Canon G7X mk2

The canon G7X is a compact camera which is easy to carry around, is self contained and comes in a small package. It has a built in lens which has a built in zoom. The great thing about this camera is that it has a screen that can be flipped up so if you are using it in selfie mode you can see what you are recording. We tend to use this camera when we are out and about. The battery life is good and can last for a full day (not continuous). This model only records in High Definition 1080, the new model records in 4K so we may have to update at some point in the future.

GoPro Hero 6 Black

The GoPro is the action camera we use. We have had this one a couple of years now which we bought to upgrade our older model, the Hero 3 Black. The battery life on the 6 is so much better. The Hero 6 Black is waterproof without having to use a special case so is ideal for boat life. Small enough to keep in your pocket and can be ready almost instantly to use. Downside is lowlight filming is a bit noisy, but the capabilities of where you can film with this camera is endless. It’s also voice activated, so you can fit it in a position where you don’t need to reach it, give it a voice command and you can film or take pictures without having to touch it.

Panasonic LUMIX DMC – FT3

This is another waterproof HD camera. No moving parts, slimline and also has a built in GPS. We don’t use the GPS. For quick, instant filming/photos, this is ideal.

DJI Osmo Pocket

This is a new addition to our kit list. The DJI Osmo Pocket is a 4K gimballed camera that gives excellent stabilisation. Just what you need in rough seas lol! We haven’t used this yet in any of our videos but we are looking forward to using it soon.

DJI Mavic Pro Drone

The Mavic Pro is a great Drone with some great features. We don’t use it as much as we should do and promise that next season we will be using it a lot more.

Audio

Sometimes we use external audio recording. if we have a noisy background or are further away from the camera then an external recorder and microphone is how we get around it. The other option we have is to use an external microphone on top of the LUMIX GH5.

Wireless Lavalier Microphones and receiver

The wireless mics are a great addition to the kit. We can wear these when out and about. You don’t need to be right next to the camera, you can be 100 metres away. These ensure that you capture the sound you want. You do need to connect the receiver to your camera or a seperate audio recorder, and then sync in post.

Zoom H6 Audio Recorder

The Zoom H6 is a portable recording studio you can carry anywhere. It has built in microphones and several inputs for extra microphones, headphones or even musical instruments. It records in MP3 and wav files. The sound quality is excellent. We can use this as a standalone recorder or connect it to our computer and use it as an audio interface when recording podcasts or producing music. A great piece of kit and offers that bit more than the older H4we have.

Zoom H4 Audio Recorder

Much like the H6, the Zoom H4 is a portable recording studio you can carry anywhere. It has built in microphones and several inputs for extra microphones, headphones or even musical instruments. It records in MP3 and wav files. The sound quality is excellent. This is our older version, it still does a good job but the H6 offers a bit more.

Zoom H1 Audio Recorder

The Zoom H1 is a portable recorder. It is a one button record system. Again built in mics and a headphone socket so you can monitor your recording and a jack plug where you can plug in an external mic. This one is really small so will fit in any pocket and is easy to hide from view.

Rode Smart Lavalier Microphone.

This microphone has great audio qualities. It’s very small so you don’t even know you are wearing it. It is designed to be used with the Rode recording App on an iPhone. To use it with the Zoom or other recorders you need to purchase the small adapter plug by Rode. The iPhone has 5 terminals on a jack plug and the recorders only need 4. The adapter converts it from 5 to 4 so it works correctly.

Rode VideoMic pro

This fits to the hot shoe of the GH5 camera. It requires a 9Volt battery. It plugs into the microphone socket on the camera. The downside to this mic is if you forget to switch it on, or the battery runs out you don’t get any audio recorded.

Rode Micro

Similar to the Video mic pro but does not require any power. This is ideal because you don’t have to worry about batteries or losing audio. The quality is quite good, it’s also a small convenient size and it has a ‘Dead cat’ to cut down on wind noise.

Editing

MacBook Pro

We have used different editing software packages. Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro X.  Now we use Mac computers and Final Cut pro X for all of our editing now.

One of the reasons we no longer use Adobe as they moved over to a subscription only package.

Hard Drives

We also require Hard drives for storing all the footage we record onto. The ones we use mainly for storage and editing now are the LaCie Rugged hard drives. These are shock proof and come in a nice rubber protected case.

We have quite a bit more equipment than this, extra camera bodies, desk mics, lights etc etc. Not to mention all the spare batteries, memory cards, mounts, tripods, monopods. The list goes on.

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If you click on any of the links of the equipment we have featured and order anything from Amazon, we get a small commission from amazon at no extra cost to you. It just puts a few coppers into our Amazon affiliate account, which we use to upgrade and replace the equipment we use for filming. If you have any questions about any of the kit we use please comment below and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

Fair winds,
Carl and Jenny

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