In this episode of The Tap, Wes and Julian explore one of the most common beginner questions: Should I go handheld or use a tripod? They explain why both styles work depending on purpose, energy, and audience—and they share simple, creative ways to stabilise your smartphone without expensive gear.

• Why tripod shots create calm and credibility—and why movement needs purpose
• Handheld tips: Using movement to add energy and immediacy
• Gimbals explained: What they do, when you need one, and when you don’t
• Low-cost hacks: Coffee cups, blue tack, rice bags and other DIY stabilizers
• Walk-Talk-Twist method: A practical, versatile way to make explainer videos

In this episode, we cover:

• 00:00 Introduction and today’s topic overview
• 01:30 Camera movement in classic filmmaking vs modern smartphone style
• 04:00 How movement adds story, energy, or distraction
• 07:00 When walking and talking works—and when it doesn’t
• 09:00 Communication tips: freeing up your hands and using gestures on camera
• 12:00 Recommended accessories: selfie sticks, mini tripods, and flexible legs
• 16:00 What is a gimbal? Pros, cons, and when to use one
• 19:00 Walk-Talk-Twist technique explained
• 21:00 DIY hacks: coffee cups, blue tack, rice bags and creative tripod replacements
• 24:00 Final advice: think before you move your camera and experiment with both styles

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This episode was originally part of the Smartphone Video Podcast with Julian Mather. Julian is now an accomplished motivational speaker — learn more at julianmather.com. He has passed the reins of this podcast to Tap Edit Go to continue the mission, bringing you fresh episodes and new guests.