Updated Mar 12/10
Green Screen Equipment & Supplies
Blue Screen Compositing : A Practical Guide for Video & Moviemaking
By John Jackman - $40 - in stock
Master the art and technique of blue and greenscreen compositing with this comprehensive
how-to course in creating effective and realistic composited scenes in video
formats. You get clear, understandable explanations of the different types of
keying techniques and how they work, including real-world examples and tutorials.
Topics include setting up a greenscreen studio, how to light the screen effectively,
how to light the talent or foreground material, and matching lighting to the
composited background plate. Complete tutorials of each of the major software
keyers walk you through the process for creating a clean and accurate composite.
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Find Rosco chromakey "greenscreen" paint here
Rosco Digicomp chromakey tape green tape - $26 - in stock
Westcott Green Screen Kit 417 - $99 -
in stock
Kit includes 5'x7' Green Screen backdrop with 4 grommet holes for hanging,
PhotoKey 2 Lite Software and 100 digital backgrounds. Software is both
Mac and PC compatible.
Mac Requirements: 1GHz Intel or PowerPC processor, Mac OS X 10.4 or
greater, Minimum of 512MB of RAM, 30MB of available disk space, Display
minimum resolution of 1024 x 768 in 32-bit color, CD/DVD-ROM drive
Windows Requirements: 1GHz Intel or AMD processor, Windows Vista or
Windows XP with Service Pack 2 (or later), Minimum of 512MB of RAM,
30MB of available disk space, Display minimum resolution of 1024 x 768
in 32-bit color, CD/DVD-ROM drive
See a video demo of the kit here
PhotoBasics 9'x10' Green Screen Background - $89 - in stock
Constructed using wrinkle-resistant fabric. Each background contains a pole pocket and grommets along all four sides.
Cameron Muslin Greenscreen Background
Cameron Backgrounds are made of 100% durable cotton muslin and are ideal either for use in studio or on location with a 4" pole pocket along the top for use on a background pole and 5 grommets on the top to allow the background to be installed on a track system. Please note: It is impossible for the material used in cloth chroma-lays to be wrinkle free. Some software may have issues with wrinkles, others may not. The only solution to get rid of the wrinkles is to use a portable travel steamer.
10' x 16' Digital Green - $159 - in stock
10' x 24' Digital Green - $199 - special order - usually takes 3 business days
10' x 16' ChromaKey Green - $159 - special order - usually takes 3 business
days
10' x 24' Chromakey Green - $199 - special order - usually takes 3 business
days
Westcott Chromakey Green Background
10x12' - $169 - in stock
10x24' - $299 - special order
Nylon-based polyester green screen background that has a rod pocket on top. Ships in a clear PVC carrying case. Works for either studio or location.
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Cameron Portable Background Stand - $199 - more in soon
Versatile support system for muslin, canvas, display and background paper rolls. Easy to set up, fully portable, and light weight. This kit contains 2 poles, 1 crossbar in 3 sections and 1 carrying case. Solid construction with easy adjusting columns and crossbar. Min ht 40 in. Max ht 12.5 ft. Width 9.5 ft. Please note that the Cameron Green Screen backdrop that goes with this stand is 10 ft wide so 6 inches wider than the stand and needs to be clamped on the sides to pull tight.
Optional 3 foot Extension bar - $35 - in stock
Manfrotto 314B Background Support System - $269 - special order - takes 5 days
Designed to support rolls or sheets of background paper or any other background material, such as muslins, that fits into a compact case. One 2983 three section Telescoping Cross Bar - Length 44" to 117". (Max width is 9.75 feet). Two 3086 8' Light Stands. Two 2891 Mini Spring Clamps and Carry Bag. Wt. 9.3 lbs