Part of taking great photos or shooting great video is to pay attention to your lighting, and it can be frustrating when you're shooting indoors and there just isn't enough light for the job. Instead of struggling with desk lamps, this DIY strip light uses a heavy duty power strip, a bunch of compact fluorescents (CFLs), and an umbrella stand to create a portable strip light that packs enough lux for photography, shooting video, or just some task lighting in the garage. More »