Flinters' Artstream Studio Setup
I've had some questions about my streaming setup for Tigerdile and thought today would be a good time to take a picture of what is behind the scenes during a live art stream broadcast.
I just replaced a black cart I had built a few years ago that was a bit too big and bulky with this metro wire rack setup on the left here. Walmart had their brand on sale for $60, which is about half the price of the same thing at Home Depot. It has a wire top, but I wanted solid, so I picked up a pair of 10" x 24" premade shelves and used some mending straps on the bottom side to connect them together into one solid top. I used my router to notch out hole reliefs for the top of the lets as they are higher than the wire shelf surface. End result is a clean and level solid top.
After I was all done cleaning up, I realized I really didn't even need the cart. The cart's purpose is to hold all those Copics at a handy level for access. Being that it is a cart, I can just wheel it out of the way easily now and reclaim floor space.
Off the left off camera is my computer area- two LCD's on arms, the 21" Cintiq, a LCD TV that also duplicates as a monitor through HDMI at times, more storage, etc,. You know, a computer geekery thing.
If you have questions, please ask. I'll answer as best I can about equipment, supplies, and sources.
I just replaced a black cart I had built a few years ago that was a bit too big and bulky with this metro wire rack setup on the left here. Walmart had their brand on sale for $60, which is about half the price of the same thing at Home Depot. It has a wire top, but I wanted solid, so I picked up a pair of 10" x 24" premade shelves and used some mending straps on the bottom side to connect them together into one solid top. I used my router to notch out hole reliefs for the top of the lets as they are higher than the wire shelf surface. End result is a clean and level solid top.
After I was all done cleaning up, I realized I really didn't even need the cart. The cart's purpose is to hold all those Copics at a handy level for access. Being that it is a cart, I can just wheel it out of the way easily now and reclaim floor space.
Off the left off camera is my computer area- two LCD's on arms, the 21" Cintiq, a LCD TV that also duplicates as a monitor through HDMI at times, more storage, etc,. You know, a computer geekery thing.
If you have questions, please ask. I'll answer as best I can about equipment, supplies, and sources.
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It's a pretty poor unit from Fry's. It ... works, sorta. I mean, it works, but it looks better than it works. I have a much nicer one that is omnidirectional that I need to replace it with. I think this cheapy cost about $20. It's not a computer / gaming mic, but true audio gear.
Xsplit is the application I use to connect to Tigerdile (works with Livestream too). It lets you have 12 vitural desktops in which you can combine any number of webcams, media files, pictures, text, etc. I typically run a large window with my overhead video, then a smaller second live webcam of me drawing (or show the ferrets playing). I add a couple of graphics for stream identification and keep pricing on other screens.
I've got a full oxy/ace setup, but have yet to actually use it. It was included in a purchase from a coworker with an Hobart 120 MIG welder. I love that little Hobart (Miller made), and it replaces a much cheaper Harbor Freight lightweight. I've gained a lot of experience and think now I could actually make the HF unit work decently for sheet metal if I need to, but... well, MIG with bottled gas shield has made me never pick up flux core again. It's there as a backup. I might even sell it.
Metal horizontal bad saw, grinders, drill press, compressors (just got a nice 60 gallon vertical unit recently),all that fun stuff. Tools are another hobby as important to me as drawing, which has its own tools.
For wood, I've got the usual. Sanders, saws, drills, etc. My radial arm just died though- motor won't turn on. I've tested power all the way to the motor- the motor needs to be taken apart. I suspect the breaker failed or brushes. Just maintenance to be done. My father's friend has a table saw with the extended leaves for me to pick up at any time. Hmm, I'm running out of room in my garage!
Wish list: TIG welder, plasma cutter, floor mounted drill press more wall cabinets.
Even now, I need to go out to the garage, yank the twin carbs off the Ninja and rebuild them. One cylinder is starving for fuel, and on a twin cylinder engine, a 50% loss is rather noticable. :) I also need to continue on the Spitfire's rear trunk (boot) lid where I am cutting out rusted sections and welding in replacement with sheet metal.
Always stuff to do. Sometimes my happiest times are when I am faced with a sudden challenge where I need to *make* a tool. Oooooh, fabrication time!
Metal horizontal bad saw, grinders, drill press, compressors (just got a nice 60 gallon vertical unit recently),all that fun stuff. Tools are another hobby as important to me as drawing, which has its own tools.
For wood, I've got the usual. Sanders, saws, drills, etc. My radial arm just died though- motor won't turn on. I've tested power all the way to the motor- the motor needs to be taken apart. I suspect the breaker failed or brushes. Just maintenance to be done. My father's friend has a table saw with the extended leaves for me to pick up at any time. Hmm, I'm running out of room in my garage!
Wish list: TIG welder, plasma cutter, floor mounted drill press more wall cabinets.
Even now, I need to go out to the garage, yank the twin carbs off the Ninja and rebuild them. One cylinder is starving for fuel, and on a twin cylinder engine, a 50% loss is rather noticable. :) I also need to continue on the Spitfire's rear trunk (boot) lid where I am cutting out rusted sections and welding in replacement with sheet metal.
Always stuff to do. Sometimes my happiest times are when I am faced with a sudden challenge where I need to *make* a tool. Oooooh, fabrication time!
I have lost count of how many pounds of wire I have run through a Mig welder, rally it's more like tons. (I worked as a welder for many years) I have a Miller 210 mig for my own use. Fluxcore wire has it's uses and works well it you are out side or in the wind. I would like a plasma cutter but just couldn't see spending the money for what little I would use it right now.
I have a Portaband for cutting steel would like a slow speed bandsaw for cutting steel sheet for when I'm making sheet metal parts.
Wood working tools I have too most of what you would need for building a boat. But no planer, but I have a couple of friends that do have them. I have two tablesaws. I grab my little one most of the time the big one is under a pile of stuff in storage. Just like most of my tools are.
I have a drill-mill that I have yet to set up and a small metal lathe that works for little jobs. It's just right for making bushings and pins.
Yes it is fun to make your own tools. Or something that you just can't find.
I took one of the Harbor Freight 2 inch chop saws and reworked it to take a 3 3/8 blade so I can now cut 1 inch stock not just up to 5/8". I'm stopped at 1 inch because that's the max opening of the saws vice. It's just what I need for cutting the Spruce that's going into the plane for the most part. It's also nice having it set up with a foot switch that turns on the saw and vacuum at the same time.
I have a Portaband for cutting steel would like a slow speed bandsaw for cutting steel sheet for when I'm making sheet metal parts.
Wood working tools I have too most of what you would need for building a boat. But no planer, but I have a couple of friends that do have them. I have two tablesaws. I grab my little one most of the time the big one is under a pile of stuff in storage. Just like most of my tools are.
I have a drill-mill that I have yet to set up and a small metal lathe that works for little jobs. It's just right for making bushings and pins.
Yes it is fun to make your own tools. Or something that you just can't find.
I took one of the Harbor Freight 2 inch chop saws and reworked it to take a 3 3/8 blade so I can now cut 1 inch stock not just up to 5/8". I'm stopped at 1 inch because that's the max opening of the saws vice. It's just what I need for cutting the Spruce that's going into the plane for the most part. It's also nice having it set up with a foot switch that turns on the saw and vacuum at the same time.
The nice thing about Harbor Freight is that the tools aren't so expensive that you are afraid to modify or customize them. Sure, no warranty, but you pretty much assume that anyways with HF. :)
Planer? Yeah, got one. Extra blades too. I might even use it, along with the spindle sander, but they store under shelves for the moment.
I've sent the last three plus hours tearing the carbs out of the Ninja, doing a fast rebuild. I couldn't leave them the way they were- greasy, dirty, nasty, so once torn down, time to media blast, then clean, blow out all passageways, etc. I found the cause of one cylinder acting like it was badly choked- one of the damper pot needle valves was bent! It wasn't free to move up and down with throttle RPM's and had jammed in a lowered position. I've been fighting that thing for a year now off and on trying to figure it out. It didn't take much to free it up, get it back into alignment and fix it, but I'm curious how it got bent. Internal carb parts aren't exactly exposed. Just got back from a test ride on the naked chassis and- wow. LOTS of power. I dare say more than I had originally, so that dampener was definitely having issues. Now there's another two hours of trying to reassemble the body work. I love the styling of the crotch rockets, but all that body work sure is a pain to take on and off for maintenance!
Planer? Yeah, got one. Extra blades too. I might even use it, along with the spindle sander, but they store under shelves for the moment.
I've sent the last three plus hours tearing the carbs out of the Ninja, doing a fast rebuild. I couldn't leave them the way they were- greasy, dirty, nasty, so once torn down, time to media blast, then clean, blow out all passageways, etc. I found the cause of one cylinder acting like it was badly choked- one of the damper pot needle valves was bent! It wasn't free to move up and down with throttle RPM's and had jammed in a lowered position. I've been fighting that thing for a year now off and on trying to figure it out. It didn't take much to free it up, get it back into alignment and fix it, but I'm curious how it got bent. Internal carb parts aren't exactly exposed. Just got back from a test ride on the naked chassis and- wow. LOTS of power. I dare say more than I had originally, so that dampener was definitely having issues. Now there's another two hours of trying to reassemble the body work. I love the styling of the crotch rockets, but all that body work sure is a pain to take on and off for maintenance!
You're talking about this makes me feel rather inadequate..
I do like working with wood, when an idea strikes me to make something.
My last major project is was the wood case/table i made for one of my computers, the latest minor one I did last Friday.
A shelf that attaches to the passenger pad on the honda rebel i have for commuting on good days.
It's to prevent my bike bag from flopping from one side, without having to stuff the thing with towels or something.
I do like working with wood, when an idea strikes me to make something.
My last major project is was the wood case/table i made for one of my computers, the latest minor one I did last Friday.
A shelf that attaches to the passenger pad on the honda rebel i have for commuting on good days.
It's to prevent my bike bag from flopping from one side, without having to stuff the thing with towels or something.
I have a collection of about 80, but the whole bunch is amazing.
I tried to hint to people I want copiics, but all they gave me were prismacolors or Michael's giftcards (and Michael's doesn't stock copiic). :/ So I just buy new colors when I need them and have the spare cash.
I often buy them at dickblick.com who have sales where the markers are only $5. C:
I tried to hint to people I want copiics, but all they gave me were prismacolors or Michael's giftcards (and Michael's doesn't stock copiic). :/ So I just buy new colors when I need them and have the spare cash.
I often buy them at dickblick.com who have sales where the markers are only $5. C:
Don't overlook TV trays. Those folding lightweight tables are what I used for temporary platforms with the Copics. They have the advantage of being able to be brought up and set up for a session, then put away behind a door, dresser, or closet easily. The wood ones are heavy and nice, but I actually like the cheap 60's era metal ones you can get at garage sales even more.
I love carts. I have many carts in my garage and everything is on wheels- workbenches, large tools, welders, everything. I can roll everything out of my garage and clean easily, or reconfigure. Having specialized carts have advantages too. For my art cart, the $60 Walmart unit was a good choice. I added the wood top (Don't want things falling through the wires), and then used nylon zip ties to mount the plug in strip. I fabricated the hooks/bars for the extension cord storage. Why? If I want to put a light or laptop or anything electrical on there, I don't have to search for an outlet strip, cord, futz around and so on. It's right there, always ready to go. This cart could just as easily be used at a party or in the kitchen. Big rolling wheels will make it easy.
Anyays, I like building stuff.
I love carts. I have many carts in my garage and everything is on wheels- workbenches, large tools, welders, everything. I can roll everything out of my garage and clean easily, or reconfigure. Having specialized carts have advantages too. For my art cart, the $60 Walmart unit was a good choice. I added the wood top (Don't want things falling through the wires), and then used nylon zip ties to mount the plug in strip. I fabricated the hooks/bars for the extension cord storage. Why? If I want to put a light or laptop or anything electrical on there, I don't have to search for an outlet strip, cord, futz around and so on. It's right there, always ready to go. This cart could just as easily be used at a party or in the kitchen. Big rolling wheels will make it easy.
Anyays, I like building stuff.
I totally agree: carts are awesome, especially when you have small room or limited space, you can totally change it at will, like having your art tools close and then put the cart away when you don't draw. I really like the idea of the electric strip on the cart, very practical!
I can see why you like building stuff :)
Also: dook!
I can see why you like building stuff :)
Also: dook!
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