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02/19/2026

Custom anodizing now available in very limited quantities! Link in bio.

02/06/2026

A huge congratulations to Mike Bauman on his Oscar nomination for “One Battle After Another” it’s a proud day for Wisconsin! And of course BLKBRD for the opportunity to support the vision with our Mantis prototypes.

01/26/2026

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11/08/2025

Quote from Colin Anderson “A”camera operator on PTA’s One Battle After Another“Handheld shots with the camera resting on the shoulder were also impossible because of the eyepiece location, so we ended up using a prototype Mantis rig from BLKBRD with an Easyrig vest. We had a lot of success with it hard–mounted on a dolly or sled as well, allowing me to concentrate solely on the operating.”

08/20/2025

Attn NY and Atlanta operators/DP’s who’ve been wanting to try the Mantis. We’ll be running demos at the GPI PRO event at Abel Cine NY Sept 5th 1-5 pm, and Keslow Atlanta Sept 6th 2-6 pm! Come hang out and talk camera stabilizers and get tips on dialing in your handheld workflow!

07/28/2025

We’re officially back in stock. Orders placed today will ship within 2 business days. BLKBRD.film

07/11/2025

DP of “America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders” talks about how the Mantis has become a key part of his workflow:

“The BLKBRD Mantis has completely redefined my handheld work. It’s lighter, slimmer, and more compact than anything else on the market — yet somehow delivers more support, control, and fluidity than rigs twice its size.

What sets it apart is how effortlessly it allows me to flow through a scene — gliding from high to low, weaving between characters, and maintaining that smooth, organic handheld energy that feels alive without ever becoming heavy or cumbersome. It perfects that elusive handheld aesthetic: cinematic, controlled, and immersive — all while remaining comfortable for long hours on set.

Its minimalist design keeps things simple and nimble — and I tell every cinematographer who asks: this is one of the most important tools in my kit today. Nothing else comes close.” -Jonathan B Nicholas

04/22/2025

All of our video tutorials and demos are available on our website. Follow the link in our instagram bio.

03/13/2025

New Mantis accessories available on our store https://blkbrd.film
1. Mantis pin riser 3”
2. Extended mantis pins (enables Quickshift)

01/27/2025

The Mantis is a modular camera stabilizer. Easy rig, slingshot, speedrail, ready rig and more. Will effortlessly float payloads between 5 & 40 lb with our range of elastics. You’ll never want to use an easy rig without it again.

03/19/2022

We’re proud to have provided camera movement solutions for Obi Wan Kenobi Main unit. 110 days of hard work come to fruition on May 25th.

On a show without steadicam the look of the show leaned heavily on the use of hand held gimbals and a variety of support and control methods. Including the challenge of working on “The Volume” virtual LED stage.

Camera crew
DP
DP assistant @ commejean (Jean!!)
A cam op .moseley.771
A cam 1st Matt Stenerson
A cam 2nd Joey O’Donnell
Gimbal Tech 🙏🏻
B cam/Ronin Op
B cam 1st
B cam 2nd Danny Park
C cam Op
C cam 1st
C cam 2nd
DIT
Utility
Loader
Camera PA
Unit Photographer

Incredible Crew!

03/07/2022

Teleprompter Dolly walk n talk? .futerfas making this build look easy.

Address

Los Angeles, CA

Website

http://www.blkbrd.film/

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