Some angles, particularly low angles, are difficult to capture. To solve this problem we are going to create a U bracket that can attach to your steadicam. We can then invert the steadicam and get some interesting shots.

The bracket is simple to construct, all you need is a hacksaw, electric drill, vice and a piece of aluminum bar that you can pick up for a couple of dollars at any hardware store.

Cut a 24” length with your hacksaw.



Drill a ¼” hole in each end of the bar. One end is going to be for the camera mount and the other can attach to your steadicam.




Your bar should be 24” with two ¼” holes in either end. Now measure 8” down from either end and make a scorch mark with your hacksaw. Place the bar in the vice at the first 8” mark and bend by hand.






Here is the finished result with the bolt camera mount. I have wrapped each end with ducttape because the corners are sharp and it is easy to cut yourself.









Here is a detailed view of the camera mount. I have used a ¼” bolt, a reverse wing-nut and washer. The camera mounts on the opposite side. This U bracket is really versatile. You can attach it to the steadicam, but you can also use it as a handheld device or you can attach it to the jib to get a little more height.








Here is a shot angle I captured by using the U bracket. This type of angle would be difficult to capture in any other way.