Reddit mentions: The best desk lamps

Glubot - it looks funny to a non woodworker, but it is an amazing thing to have around the shop. It makes glue ups about 100 times more enjoyable. Maybe get some silicone brushes to go with it.

Magnifying Lamp - a great addition to any shop. Be sure to get one with a long arm like this one so he can mount it behind his bench and still be able to use it.

Incra Rulers - these are the best damn rulers you'll ever use. The slots make consistent marks that are very reliable. A 12 inch T ruler would be best, but this one is also cool.

Wool Socks - if you live in a cold climate and his shop isn't heated, this would be an awesome gift. I got these socks specifically and they are awesome. Me feet never overheat, but they keep me very warm and are very comfortable. This is a damn good deal actually... I might order these now.

I recommend making sure you have several items:

• Hamper (foldable or collapsible is best for college students.)
  
• Laundry bag (Just in case you don't want to carry your hamper to your laundry facility, or your hamper isn't carry friendly.)
  
• Desk lamp (any kind should be fine, so that way if your room mate is sleeping you don't have to have the entire room lit up)
  
• Power strips (you never know when you're going to need to plug something in, and you might run out of wall plugs)
  
• Change jar (spare change is always useful especially when ordering food, so you can give exact change. Don't forget to tip! You can make one of these yourself for basically free minus the cost of a bottle)
  
• Desk organizer (To keep your class syllabi in, as well as any returned papers. It's very easy to lose all of that stuff, and you never know if you might need it again during the semester.)
  
• Flip flops/shower shoes (keep them cheap because they're only for the bathroom, chances are that bathroom will be shared by you and several others, and most likely won't be the cleanest place)
  
• Healthy (ish) snack foods (whatever foods appeal to you really, but that's a start for some ideas, trust me healthy food is good, you don't want that freshman 15 to catch up to you too quick now!)
  
• Alarm clock (or you can use your phone which is what I ended up doing last year, but make sure it doesn't die!)
  
• Headphones (so you don't annoy your roommate with your choice of tv/music/movies/etc.) Here's three more headphones for variety, all of which are great for the price range. Klipsch, Vsonic, Sony(these Sony MDR-V6 go on sale every so often, they were literally just on sale for $54 and are absolutely fantastic for the price range)
  
  That's basically everything I either wish I had brought, or found very useful. Oh yeah, don't forget your cell phone, cell phone charger, laptop/desktop and appropriate cables. Also don't forget to do your laundry somewhat regularly, and that includes your sheets!
  
  Would you like a falafel with that?

I'm in the process of building my first FPV drone with my 11 year old son. Tools I owned or have purchased for this are:

A set of small screw drivers. I found a set in the bargain bin at NAPA Auto that had straight, philips, a few hex, a few sockets.

A decent electronics soldering station. Not the gun. I have a digital Weller that is easy to control, but the analog is just as good for these purposes.

A third hand. There are many different kinds. I got a cheap $5 one at Harbor Freight. Not great, but does the job.

Solder, de-soldering wick, flux (maybe)

Depending on where you're doing your work, might want an air-filter or fan.

A magnifying lamp is helpful but not necessary.

An assortment of board stand-offs/spacers is handy.

A good small pair of wire snips.

Wire stripper

A digital multimeter is not a bad idea.

Those are all the major tools you might need. Plus all the drone parts. batteries/charger. Radio/receiver. Camera/receiver(goggles or screen).

In short, it's a lot of stuff. The drone parts end up being the least expensive part, honestly.

Above links are just examples, not necessarily endorsements.

You mentioned you're on a budget, which I totally understand. Building is not the cheapest route, but it's been a lot of fun so far. People who've done it for a while tend to forget the cost of tools. Once you've built one, subsequent drones are relatively cheap. You can re-use batteries, the charger, most decent radios, even the receiver.

If you're not in a hurry, Bangood is a good source for cheap(er) parts. You're on your own for support, usually, but there's lots of help out there.

Hey, glad you're using the info off this subreddit. I'm not just wasting words! :D

As for my thoughts on camera and green screen, IncredibleMacho is right that lighting really is the most important thing. Until I got my lighting kind of figured out, my c920 looked pretty bad. My HP-4110 cam was looking better by default, but I think with good lighting the C920 is a little bit better (but probably not noticeable on stream).

once I swapped the 4 lights in my ceiling fan with these Phillips Daylight LED Dimmable lightbulbs then the color and brightness in my room was finally getting up there. But that alone isn't enough. That helps with ambient light, but I still need a light over my monitors pointing right at me to really fill in.

For that setup, I'm using this:

• That same Phillips lightbulb
  
• Swing Arm Lamp
  
• CowboyStudio 9-Inch Portable Quick Setup Speedlite Softbox
  
• Lutron Credenza Lamp Dimmer
  
  The lamp arm attaches to the desk just like the mic arm does. The dimmer switch isn't exactly required, but it does mean that I can adjust the brightness of that light that is on me and puts the switch on my desk. Otherwise, I'd have to reach around the back to get to the lamp switch.
  
  The green screen I'm using is this 6ft x 9ft Chromakey Green Backdrop. The stands are nice and tall, but it isn't very wide. I cropped the camera shot in OBS down (hold ALT + drag the edges of the camera) so that my screen area just fits in it, and that is just barely larger than I am. Part of that size is because it is a couple feet behind me and angles out to pickup light from that ceiling fan in the middle of the room.
  
  But as some people have said, you really could create your own custom one for cheaper. The fabric on this thing is just basic green dyed cloth. You'd do just as well with any cheap colored cloth (doesn't have to be green, just needs to be a color you won't wear) from any fabric store (some walmarts sell fabric). How you hang it is up to you. For convenience though, this kit for $63 right now on Amazon isn't bad.
  
  Good luck with your setup! Just know that it won't work like magic when you get your items, so don't get upset if you set it up and it doesn't immediately look perfect. It almost certainly won't and will still require tweaking things for a while. I'm comfortable enough now with mine that I don't even really think about it now when I start streaming. But when I first got it, I had to adjust lighting and camera settings for a bit every day.

Ahahah ISN'T HE CUTE? The snails name was Jared! Boyfriend and I found him in a parking lot! Sometime shortly after the pictures were taken I declared Jared as TooGross, but for a while he was cool. I don't mind icky stuff but snails get weird fast. I love their little snail mouths, they've.. like,

=3 faces. Little mewing kitty mouths. 'course, I think they are filled with bunches of snailteeth that are very small, which is scary, but thats ok. Jared and I were bros.

And ah! The watch stuff is from Boyfriend. He collects watches as a hobby, but he has also gotten into watch making and watch repair. So in the background of a lot of the pictures you can probably see some disassembled (mostly American made) pocket watches. I take pictures at the watch desk because he uses a daylight lamp (like this) to see better. Um. It is very nail polish friendly! ;)

Mmm. We're being punished here with a BEAUTIFUL SPRING and horrible horrible headache-inducing allergies. That is uh, my theory anyway. I don't really have early-season allergies; some late-Fall eyeball itchiness but for the most part.. I am good. I like to blame big things like "the weather" for my problems though, makes me feel better when I acknowledge I can do nothing to fix it. ;)

& AW YOU ARE ADORABLE. I am totally weird, like-- I DO NOT LISTEN TO MUSIC? Idk how else to admit that besides COMING RIGHT OUT WITH IT. Legit, here is my Itunes Library. The first 3 songs are background audio to an iOS app boyfriend and I were developing-- we had a friend write the audio for it, so uh, iTunes abducted those songs. and the last is a eulogy i gave for a friend last year, he lived abroad (INTERNET) so i did a video eulogy for him.

BUT LEGIT

NO MUSIC-MUSIC.

i feel like bruno mars has had a place in my life lately, but only because my youngest sister is 13 and spent eight hours yesterday singing his songs in her bedroom. # w#

I like the consistency of matching lamps, but I'm not sure if either of the tripod lamps would be too large for that spot. I also like the green lamp in general, but yeah, maybe a more dramatic table lamp would fit well there. This might be too modern looking with the homey/comfy vibe you've got going, but it's also kind of a showpiece in it's own right. Or - you could continue to tripod style and just find a mini version, like one of these. I really like the nautical/spotlight ones, but it might be too bold for the space.

I really like the room in general, btw - it's functional, cozy, but stylish. Not pretentious and not too "put together" (which is a good thing, IMO) and I love all the wood accents and organized clutter (like with the picture frames on the bookcase).

 If its your first tank, start out with easy-to-grow plants and you wont need CO2 or expensive lights. <br />
 I got a GE 50 watt equivalent daylight 6500k r20 flourescent light specifically and put it into the old style lamp that uses bulbs and is tall and has an adgustable arm like [so](http://www.amazon.com/Boston-Harbor-Architect-Swing-26-Inches/dp/B002ZKDUVE) but older and could probably be found at the thrift store for cheap.  <br />

For the substrate I got a bag of miracle grow pro choice organic. You have to get all of the floating wood and bits first. I used a bunch of buckets and time. I poured a bunch into the bucket and then filled it with water, and then waited a day and skimmed off the wood and anything that was floating. You could use the wood and the other byprodeucts as extra nutrient mulch and water if you want. I then carefully skimmed off the water once clear each day untill I was close to the bottom. When it was too shallow to skim water I carefully laid plastic wrap down, weighted that with some little rocks, let it sit for a day, and then poured off as much water as I could. Then I mixed a little nutrient rich dirt from my house and little sand to start off the bacteria and make the dirt a little thicker. By now it wasn't very watery but too watery to use. I let it sit in the sun in my aquarium until enough water had evaporated. Then I put the plants a little bit into the dirt and put a sand cap on. Note: I am not sure if I did it the most optimal way and made it more complicated or not since I didn't have anything to sift the dirt with. The sand I used was some quartzy kinda rocky sand from a small creek beside my house that I rinsed very thoroughly since it looked natural and was free. I have heard that you can also use black diamond blasting sand once rinsed very thoroughly as well for a black sand and pool sand if you want a cheap white sand that will get dirty quickly and look bad in my opinion.

For plants look for low-medium light and high-medium hardy plants like wisteria, java fern or moss, water sprite (close to but not wisteria), Bacopa monnieri, duckweed, Sagittaria subulata, Echinodorus tenellus, Rotala rotundifolia, Riccia fluitans, tripartita japonica, also check out tropica for other plants, pictures, info, and they have a pretty good rating system.

As for the cycle it would be best to do it with plants since they will soak up the ammonia and grow in the water instead of algae. I added water to about half of what I eventually wanted because I would have to dump it out later anyways. I changed it about maybe 1/3-1/2 one day after and then waited a few days. I still havn't added a filter since I don't have animals yet and snails plus water movement from a siphon have cleared up algae I have had so far. Also the Diana Walstad pdf is very good for another step by step guide for what you need. Edit: I have no idea why this post looks weird

I find this light to be very effective, not to mention pretty cheap, and I like that it has a few different "temperatures" of light and has more than enough flexibility for me to get it in just the right spot.

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I also rely heavily on this head magnifier as my vision isn't what it once was. It's super cheap and works great.

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I find that Army Painter brushes work really well and cost much less than most of the other brushes I like. I particularly like their detail brushes. I don't think I could paint eyes without my beloved "The Psycho" brush.

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I love this light box. Also very cheap (noticing a trend, I'm always looking for a deal, lol). These acrylic display boards fit nicely inside the light box and give photos a cool, polished look.

Many people in this sub will probably scoff at this, but that is just a random soft white CFL from my cupboard! I had planned to replace it with a more suitable light after some proper research, but I couldn't help but notice that the plants really took off right away. I'm not at home now or I'd post a pic, but the plants are doing just fine under that light. I'm definitely overdue to trim them up as it is currently a jungle in there (but the baby shrimp love it!)



The desk lamp, which I love, is from Amazon. And I also picked up a timer which is set to come on for about 7 hours a day with a 2 hour siesta mid-day.


I didn't go with a dry start method. I stuck with the shrimp bowl directions on the first three pages of that document. The dry start method is fantastic for carpeting plants, but I don't really have any of those in my jar. I honestly half expected my first foray into the Walstad method would be a failure so I didn't want to invest too much into it, but everything is going fantastic. I am blown away at how easy it has been. I initially had some melt on the crypts and the sword, but they recovered and started new growth in about a week!

Looks like a solid start to me! I would recommend not fully assembling your models before you paint them, some places can be hard to reach when fully assembled.

1. The army painter range of brushes is a solid starting point, I think they have a starter pack with a few essential brushes. Get a tub of brush cleaner and clean your brushes throughout your time painting, I like to clean them when I change colors. This will keep in good condition and extend their life!
   
   
2. I like the GW plastic glue, it melts the pieces together for a strong connection! Super glue is also good and if you need to change a model up you can freeze them and they will snap apart.
   
   
3. I like the GW brand primers, though they are expensive! I've used army painter before and had mixed results, some good some terrible.
   
   
4. I do not have any experience with sealers.
   
   Necessary Hobby Items
   
   

• Brush Cleaner
  
• Hobby Knife
  
• Cutters
  
• Pin Drill
  
• Desk Lamp W/ Magnifier
  
  
  

super basics:

• x-acto knife, super glue, plastic cement, side cutters (ideally flat cut, but these are good enough and inexpensive if you don't already have a pair), #1 round brush, #3/0 round brush (or a #2 and a #0), proper lighting, a palette, some kind of primer (check the sidebar), 2 water cups/jars (one for rinsing your brush, the other for clean water).
  
  
  expanded basics:
  
  
• basing materials and PVA (white) glue, MOAR brushes, needle files, sticky tack and mounting supplies (think corks), Masters' Brush Soap, epoxy putty (typically "green stuff").
  
  I use this lamp for painting, as do a few other people here. I generally only use the magnifier for prep work though.
  
  For starting out, I like this brush set. The package it comes in is a small dry palette, and nearly all of the brushes are useful, except for the 6 round and the 1 round liner. You will want to pick up some better brushes once you get a feel for things. I bought this set when I got back into the hobby last year and even though I do have nicer brushes, I still use these for basic work.
  
  Picking up one of these at the craft store (with your coupon, ALWAYS use your coupon at the craft store) is probably the most cost effective source of basic starting basing materials. Scene-O-Rama is Woodland Scenics' craft store brand, so it's decent stuff. You don't need to worry about this kind of stuff unless you're going to be working in minis that don't have integral (built-in) bases though.

This might seem odd, but one of the things that's most helped me in my coin enjoyment is a nice desk lamp I got from my GF's parents. This is the one and costs a little less than $50. It has a really heavy base, maybe 6-7 lbs, touch on/off and light setting buttons, a usb port to charge a phone on or whatever, and looks pretty sharp! I really like it for checking out coins under magnification because my room is so poorly lit. I mostly like to check out the change I get to look for errors, I don't have much for valuable coins. Really helpful for homework too.

I own this lamp, which has some great features.

https://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics-Eye-caring-Dimmable-Charging-Control/dp/B0197ZOAKE/ref=pd_yo_rr_bia_t_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=BVYDDDP8VJSAQS38AXPX

The LEDs are long-lasting, fully dimmable, and can change color from pure white to a soft yellow. There's also a USB port built into the lamp so you can change a device from the lamp itself. Finally, the whole thing is on a swinging arm that can pivot and rotate however you want. After looking at several lamps that were similar to this one, I think this is the best of the bunch. So I bought it and I love it. It's a great lamp, definitely worth the price!!

You can point it at the wall in order to get a diffuse light across the whole room...or point it directly at your table for when you're working on something intricate like writing or crafting.

Also, here's a cool link to some higher end stuff: https://www.reddit.com/r/malelivingspace/comments/6tfgkq/ideas_for_lighting_in_gaming_room/

Here's a thread where people talk about LED bulbs: https://www.reddit.com/r/malelivingspace/comments/460tun/led_white_light_vs_more_traditional_warm_lighting/

Find a dark corner of the room, set up a table, put something on it, shine a bright directional light at it, and paint it. You don't need a fancy setup to start painting still lifes; even a suboptimal one is good enough for studies. And as long as you can set it up in a corner that won't be disturbed you can leave it up for as long as you need to.

This is the lamp I'm using these days, by the way, and it's much better: clean, white light, very bright, like a little spotlight, and the flexible neck makes it super easy to adjust. But there are youtube videos and other instructionals out there for setting up a proper shadow box for setting up your still lifes in if that's something you have time and inclination for.

/r/minipainting has some hobby guides listed in their sidebar, including a couple lamps.

I picked up this one on their recommendation, but don't really use the magnification often:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016LTTS8S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_XUKQBb6XT4TKV

I am very happy with how bright and adjustable it is. The light temp feels good for painting too, not too blue like my last lamp.

Hope this helps.

Edit: just saw that you wanted battery powered. Sorry! I'll leave this here in case anyone else finds it useful.

Here is my build list formated for reddit

Group | Name | Price | Quantity | Total | Link
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Pc | (Everything Inside the case) | | | |
$1,601.62 | Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor | $347.00 | 1 | $347.00 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012M8LXQW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Cooler Master Hyper D92 54.8 CFM Rifle Bearing CPU Cooler | $44.80 | 1 | $44.80 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NXLYE4G/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Gigabyte GA-Z170X-UD5 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard | $171.49 | 1 | $171.49 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012N6EW6G/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Corsair Vengeance LPX 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-2666 Memory | $129.99 | 1 | $129.99 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OTJZTZE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $97.99 | 1 | $97.99 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OAJ412U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Hitachi HD​S723020BLA​642 | $58.00 | 3 | $174.00 | EBay
| EVGA GeForce GTX 1070 8GB FTW Gaming ACX 3.0 Video Card | $459.99 | 1 | $459.99 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01I60OGUK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| EVGA 850W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply | $90.39 | 1 | $90.39 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KYK1CC6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| XFX AMD Radeon HD 5450 1GB | $29.99 | 2 | $59.98 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005IUW7YE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| PWM Female to 4 x PWM Male Computer Case Fan Splitter | $6.50 | 2 | $13.00 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DYQRFY6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Sabrent 2.5" SSD & SATA Hard Drive to Desktop 3.5" | $12.99 | 1 | $12.99 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UN550AC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| 80MM 5000RPM Fan | $0.00 | 2 | $0.00 |
| 92MM 5000RPM Fan | $0.00 | 4 | $0.00 |
Monitors | | | | |
$744.66 | Seiki Pro SM28UTR 28-Inch 4K UHD 3840x2160 | $195.69 | 1 | $195.69 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013XWQF28/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| AOC e2460Sd 24-Inch Widescreen LED Monitor | $142.99 | 3 | $428.97 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C99MUHQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Dell 17" 5:4 | $30.00 | 4 | $120.00 | EBay
Cables | | | | |
$137.77 | Cable Matters Gold Plated DisplayPort to DisplayPort Cable 10 Feet | $11.99 | 1 | $11.99 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005H3Q5E0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Cable Matters Active DisplayPort to DVI Male to Female Adapter | $19.99 | 2 | $39.98 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EDT01TO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| DVI Male to Female 90 Degree Adapter Connector | $4.43 | 3 | $13.29 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008X0ZJZ0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| 15ft 28AWG CL2 Dual Link DVI-D Cable - Black | $10.47 | 3 | $31.41 | https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=102&cp_id=10209&cs_id=1020902&p_id=2760&seq=1&format=2
| 15ft Super VGA M/M | $5.69 | 4 | $22.76 | https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=102&cp_id=10201&cs_id=1020101&p_id=3622&seq=1&format=2
| 15ft USB 2.0 A Male to A Female Extension | $1.87 | 5 | $9.35 | https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=103&cp_id=10303&cs_id=1030304&p_id=5435&seq=1&format=2
| 25ft hdmi cable | $8.99 | 1 | $8.99 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SKVMHI4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Desk Accesseries | | | | |
$263.49 | Perixx PX-5200 Cherry MX Blue | $72.91 | 1 | $72.91 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NY45NCY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Logitech C310 Webcam | $31.93 | 1 | $31.93 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003LVZO8S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Lapel Mics | $6.50 | 1 | $6.50 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005DJOIHE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| FingerPrint Reader | $12.58 | 1 | $12.58 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000HHHP7C/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Mouse Pad | $8.99 | 1 | $8.99 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GB0IF50/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Headset Func HS260 | $79.99 | 1 | $79.99 | https://www.amazon.com/FUnc-FUNC-HS-260-1ST-fUnc-HS-260/dp/B00HH3H83U
| Altec ACS 54 - Speaker | $0.00 | 1 | $0.00 |
| Logitech G700S | $50.59 | 1 | $50.59 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BFOEY3Y/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Audio Accesseries | | | | |
$58.33 | BEHRINGER MICROAMP HA400 | $24.99 | 1 | $24.99 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KIPT30/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| 5-Pack 6.35mm Male to 3.5mm Female Adapter | $7.99 | 1 | $7.99 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XAQD4YA/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| 3.5mm Male to 2 x 3.5mm Female Splitter Cable | $3.99 | 1 | $3.99 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0081ZBNI4/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Coupler 3.5 mm Female - 3.5 mm Female Stereo or Mono | $3.93 | 1 | $3.93 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000068O4N/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| 3 feet Slim 3.5mm Stereo Audio Cable - M/M | $2.71 | 2 | $5.42 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004G3UK5C/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| 3-Feet 3.5mm Stereo Male to Female Extension Cable, 5-Pack | $12.01 | 1 | $12.01 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SWOJLSS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Lighting | | | | |
$86.88 | Studio Designs Swing Arm Lamp Black | $24.75 | 2 | $49.50 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I2S7MHQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Lutron TT-300NLH-BL Credenza Lamp Dimmer Black | $14.83 | 1 | $14.83 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00024BJZE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Triple Outlet Swivel Adapter, White | $3.27 | 1 | $3.27 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000HJBENG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| Daylight LED Light Bulb 15W | $9.64 | 2 | $19.28 | https://www.walmart.com/ip/Great-Value-GVRLA1850ND-Great-Value-LED-15W-A19-Light-Bulb/38596922
Cable Managment | | | | |
$18.81 | 100 Velcro Ties | $5.00 | 2 | $10.00 | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001E1Y5O6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
| 100 Releasable cable ties | $2.47 | 3 | $7.41 | https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=105&cp_id=10520&cs_id=1052012&p_id=5795&seq=1&format=2
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| Case Rack Mount | $35.00 | 1 | $35.00 | EBay
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I don't use any magnifiers, but desk lamp wise I grabbed this a while ago and really like it.

The max brightness is very crisp, clean light. The lower settings are good for other normal desk lamp uses as well when I'm not painting.

I do like mine, I easily get a day of tuning and tweaking out of a full battery. The screen isn't bright enough to compete against direct sunlight (nothing much really is though) but it is brighter than I expected for the price.

If you are like me, blindish, you may want to consider a lighted magnifying glass too. Something like this. I found mine at a thrift shop a while ago for like $5 though I did eventually replace the old cfl ring light with a custom LED setup. It is really nice for the little transistors and such that have more than just 2 pins.

Get a great lamp

I'd recommend this over a spot lamp, it's LED, so lasts longer and is more controllable than a standard bulb. It's also super bright and the long strips of LEDs give great coverage.

It also has a bloody USB slot! To charge your phone! How good is that??

I was hesitant to get it because I thought it was gonna be a lot smaller for some reason, but I love it and it's the perfect size. It can rotate, tilt, have different brightness levels and settings (with an hour auto-shutoff timer button), and has a USB port for charging electronics. And it's a good price on Amazon at around $60.

This is the exact lamp that I bought. It's just a nice bright LED with a positionable gooseneck, and a weighted base. The base fits perfectly in the cutout shape on the top.

I just mounted a surge protector strip in the inside of the box, and the desklamp is plugged into it along with all my hero panel lights. That way I've got one switch to turn the whole thing on.

Lighting it from the top like that is REALLY a must to get the effect.

It's great! This is the one I have. The touch control works very well. It has 5 different color modes (basically a spectrum from a bright LED to a softer yellow color) that you change by tapping on the icon above the brightness display, and a USB charging port on the back.

It swivels at the base to rotate left and right, folds at the base of the neck to flatten/make more upright, swivels at the top part to adjust angle of light AND folds at the top of the neck for compact stowing.

Edit: Forgot the most important part- it serves as a headphones stand, too! Ha

I have a basic table and chair with this LED lamp as the light source. It's very adjustable and has a low footprint so I can make sure I'm not hunched over the table while also having a plethora of brightness / wavelength options to fit my needs. There are brighter lamps available, but I liked the metal construction and the fact that the lamp can be twisted at the top arm. If those factors aren't important to you, this one is cheaper and brighter.

As far as making sure your back isn't wrecked, that can probably be fixed by better posture. Instead of hunching over the table to get a closer look at the figure, sit upright and hold the figure closer to your face. I imagine table height would be the most important factor there since I rest my elbows on the table when I paint, so the table being the correct height means I can sit upright and hold the figure in front of my face.

Camera above your head: Logitech C920 webcam, mounted on a boom arm (can be positioned however you want to). It's a decent enough quality if you have good lighting. Couple of high power, bright white lights on a table stand and you should be good. I'm using one right now, but if I could, I'd use two. Links: https://www.amazon.ca/Globe-Electric-Multi-Joint-Finish-56963/dp/B00HX2EVPS Softbox (bit of a tight fit): https://www.amazon.ca/Professional-Off-Camera-Photography-Panasonic-Neewer/dp/B00KT5ETNA/ Bulb: https://www.amazon.ca/LOHAS-150W-200W-Equivalent-Daylight-Dimmable/dp/B07D48S8V2/

Taking pictures of your work: a good DSLR camera would be suited, with a good lens. Expensive option though. You could get away with using the webcam to take pictures and it'll look decent. Sony A6000 is a nice option, and if you want something fancier, Sony A7 III.

I have two windows in my bedroom but they're both surrounded by trees, so there isn't much natural light.

Artwork would definitely help a lot. Any suggestions where I should look?

I actually planned on buying a better desk lamp. I was thinking about this one - Do you think it's alright?

Also, can you (or anyone else) recommend a decent fps gaming mouse that isn't too expensive? If I were to get one, I would want it to match my keyboard, however I don't really like the idea of spending $50 or more on a mouse.. Unless of course there is notable difference between that and an everyday ordinary mouse.

I used one of these for a while and just upgraded to one of these. The first one is pretty good for just painting, the second one is great for painting and a pretty good all-around desk lamp.

$3/$4 is average for a regular size medium weight acrylic skein. They get more expensive when you change fibers or go to boutique yarn shops.

These larger Caron Cakes are very popular right now and on sale!

If she likes to make hand towels or face scrubbies, this is my fav cotton yarn

And never underestimate the benefits of a great light

Sign up for coupons through the website of the store you want to go to (email or text) and that way you'll know about sales (like black Friday).

If you think you're going to spend a lot, let me know cuz I have a $50 off $100 coupon to JoAnn's

I love my taotronics lamp that I got off Amazon. You can control the brightness and the warmth of the light (so if warmer lights bother you less for example) which helps me a lot!!!

TaoTronics LED Desk Lamp, Eye-caring Table Lamps, Dimmable Office Lamp with USB Charging Port, 5 Lighting Modes with 7 Brightness Levels, Touch Control, White, 12W, Philips EnabLED Licensing Program https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VUTAFR8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_5PF.BbXFJ2K3J

This guy grows all kinds of things indoors that are normally outdoor plants. He can be entertaining too. He uses high intensity compact fluorescent lights.

I overwinter many tropical plants every year. I generally don't provide extra light but this year I'm going to set up a adjustable arm lamp with a 100W fluorescent for a miracle fruit plant I got this spring. Many people don't realize that even shade outside is much brighter to plants than even a sunny window inside. The glass blocks a lot of the light plants need.

The biggest problems I usually have indoors are scale insects and regulating moisture levels....especially in the spring. You really have to be attentive because water requirements change during during the year and it's easy to overwater even with plants that have proper drainage.

Edit: I had intended to mention that you can put an inexpensive timer on the lamp to turn it off at night and to make sure it's on every day.

Hey, like 15 million people asked for the link so here it is guys. Honestly, super nice lamp with 5 different settings for the warmth of the light. Charging spot just an extra plus ;)

https://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics-Eye-caring-Dimmable-Charging-Control/dp/B00VUTAFR8/ref=asc_df_B00VUTAFR8/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=221837225016&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12641289378203912075&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9002066&hvtargid=pla-380229123041&psc=1

Hand tools! Laser cutters are fun, but sometimes you just need a utility knife. Every maker space starts without the right hand tools.

Here are the hand tools I keep in easy reach. This is all for small and tiny stuff that I work on at my desk. Bigger tools are in the garage or at my maker space.

• screwdrivers: #0, #1 and #2 Phillips, small straight blade
  
• jeweler's screwdriver set
  
• hex key wrenches, metric and imperial
  
• Torx driver set
  
• weird Apple product driver set
  
• needle nose pliers in 3 sizes: small, really small, and miniscule
  
• hemostats
  
• tweezers, needle tip
  
• wire cutters, wire strippers
  
• crimping tool
  
• jeweler's drill and a bit index
  
• digital calipers
  
• rulers, mostly steel, several sizes
  
• tape measure
  
• pens and pencils, Sharpies, highlighters
  
• printer paper for drawings and notes
  
• utility/carpet knife, extra blades
  
• hobby knife (X-Acto), extra blades
  
• electrician's tape, several colors (I use it to color code things.)
  
• Stickvise
  
• lamp with magnifier (but my eyes are old).
  
• flashlight (ditto)
  
  Then there are two more drawers of electronics tools which are kind of specialized.
  
  Edit: and you can never have enough sandpaper nor enough variety of sandpaper. Makerspaces go through sandpaper like Kleenex.
  

https://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics-Eye-caring-Dimmable-Brightness-Licensing/dp/B0197ZOAKE/ref=sr_1_4?s=lamps-light&ie=UTF8&qid=1543467934&sr=1-4&keywords=taotronics%2Bled%2Bdesk%2Blamp&th=1

Thanks! It's super useful, especially cuz I can change it from white to yellow light - much more comfortable at night

Just a simple setup would be, in no particular order:

 

• Vise
  
• AR Tool - I have a powder coated green AR tool, forgot who makes it.
  
• Screwdrivers
  
• Good Lighting - Seriously, a good light source goes a long ways in the ease of building things. I have a drafting lamp very similar to this type.
  
• AR Mat - Useful for putting stuff together (and cleaning of course) your AR on your desk/dinner table, so your wife or SO won't murder you. I have this cleaning mat.
  
• Roll Pin Punches - I used a set of regular punches from Lowe's for a while, i finally got around to getting a set of actual roll pin punches on Amazon recently.
  
• Small Hammer - I got this small 8-ounce hammer on Amazon. It's perfect for use with the roll pin punches.
  
• Mallet - Useful for hitting things without marring up the finish.
  
• Vise Block - I use a Magpul Bev block for work on my lower or upper. Waiting for the next Geissele sale so i can snag a Geissele Super Reaction Rod to replace the Bev block on upper work.
  
• Allen Wrenches - I have this set of 3 hex-torx allen wrenches. Super handy for rails and other mount screws. Might also want a long handle set if you use a hex screw for your pistol grip like i do.
  
• Torque Wrench - I have this Tekton torque wrench for barrels nuts, castle nuts (if you do torque yours, i don't usually), and whatever else needs to be torqued.
  
• Torque Screwdriver Kit - I have this Wheeler Torque Wrench/Screwdriver set, super handy for screws that require a certain torque spec.
  
   
  
  That's what i can think of off the top of my head, you probably won't need all of that if you only plan on building a lower first. It'll be useful down the line to get most of those tools, but i'd go with first:
  
  
• AR tool
  
• Bev Block/Vise Blocks/Reaction Rod
  
• Roll Pin Punches
  
• Vise
  
  If you have Amazon Prime, there's quite a bit of stuff you can get on there, it's where i got most of my tools.
  
   
  
  ^Edit: ^Formatting.

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May work better than those small lamps, the led bulb got really good reviews so is proven, and also the lamp was just personal because i think architect lamps ar too damn beautyfull to pass the chance to put one in a desk. So that combination would provide good light to ur plants, but mostly check for what u like lamp wise, just know that led bulb is advised widely on amazon compared to those lamps u linked.

I did not actually use flash! I just have two lamps with very white bulbs at my desk mounted on both sides as seen in this photo.

I positioned the lamps to be in front of the shoes for each photo so that I could have good lighting from two sides.

I love the lamps a lot. I totally recommend them to anybody looking for a desk lamp. Other lamps take up space on my desk and these can be moved around very easily to wherever I want them.

This plus this could give you a limited version of that.

Some assembly required.

with some extra work you might be able to fix an old junky tripod head to the lamp and use the tripod handle for some extra control, but I think the natural movement of your hand may feel more organic.

If the lamp springs are strong then even if you let go the camera should stay in relatively the same position.

I got a floor lamp at IKEA that has a button you step on to turn it on, it's good for reading bedtime stories. And then maybe a dimmable desk lamp for diaper changes. I got this one on Amazon and it can do yellow and blue light and has different brightness settings. When it's folded closed, there's a little bar in the back that light can come out of for super dim lighting, and I actually really like using it that way late at night.

That guy is pretty etiolated. Just because they are near a window doesn't mean they are getting adequate light. I have my succulents on a west-facing windowsill that gets blasted with super bright sunset light and yet they are STILL etiolating. You might want to either invest in a grow light or put in on a south-facing window. If you want to do a grow light (which I realize you are in an office and space is valuable), this clip lamp and this bulb.

Hmm. Personally I'm a fan of Architect Desk Lamps, but ultimately I'd just make sure to go with a color that matches your desk/peripherals. Since everything is a dark brown/black I'd stick to that color lamp. Silver/grey might look good since you have a white wall.

I think this is my personal favorite:

https://www.amazon.com/Tomons-Scandinavian-Swing-Wood-Black/dp/B016XWX52I/ref=sr_1_17?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1485528612&sr=1-17&keywords=architect+desk+lamp

Overall I like it a lot. I wish it were a little taller to give a bigger spread over the desk, but I like the ability to change temperatures and it throws out a good amount of light.

http://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics%C2%AE-TT-DL01-Dimmable-Lighting-Touch-Sensitive/dp/B00APAQSP6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421053263&sr=8-1&keywords=Taotronics

This is the one I have.

I don't have a desk, I just do all of my colouring at the kitchen table, but the lighting situation in our house is GRIM. I love that I can swivel this one any number of ways so that the light best hits the paper, and it's a bonus that I can use it to charge my phone since I usually listen to audiobooks while I'm colouring.

Thanks! Yeah I want a new wooden desk now. The little table is pretty shitty but I have it perpendicular to the desk now. Wish I had more space on my desk.

So I got these underneath the desk and I've got these going on behind the monitor. I'm using this bulb for the lamp.

I also have corsair LED fans and strips in the case to make my PC go faster (:

I used brushes - a 3/0 round, 18/0 short liner and 10/0 flat shader. I don’t know from brushes so I just eyeballed which ones would work well at the local Michaels and it worked out pretty well. I had the massive advantage of a magnifying light which I love and highly recommend for gunpla in general but was particularly useful for this task. this is the one I have.

High lumen LED light bulbs like these, or building your own key light with LED strips is the way to go.

They all run extremely cool. When using bulbs, you'll want something like a positional desk lamp so you can spotlight areas that might have shadows and blast them out of existence.

That's the super budget way to go.

I've had pretty good luck with these.

That was a quick search, should be able to find a better price if you look around. I got mine for about $14 each.

Hey man, i know it has been 3 weeks since you have posted this, but I too have had similar issues. I have an idea of what would be ideal, but have had too much life going on to do anything about it.

I was thinking of buying a used makeup mirror with a light ring, and replacing the mirror with a magnifying glass and attaching it to the articulating arm of a lamp. It would end up something like this. I am a cheap ass and think it is too much money for something I can build myself from some thrift store items, but you may not be as cheap as me or in need of the magnifying glass.

Anyways, good luck and let me know what you came up with

Amazon - 14W LED Grow Light, New Dual Head Desk Clip Lamp Warm White Light with Swivel 360 Degree Adjustable Gooseneck and One Switch, Warmwhite Comfortable Light for Indoor Plants at Home and Office https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G9C9485/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6NWGDbVPP4R64 😊

Nice setup! The right workspace makes the hobby so much more enjoyable. I added this magnifying task light last year and it's become my favorite tool on my bench.

Which one of the Fostex kits are those bookshelf speakers? I've been thinking about getting a pair and I'm curious to know what you think of them.

It's just a pretty cheap one from Amazon. I think it's the one I linked below. I do like it, I've just changed the bulb to one I like better.

https://www.amazon.com/Globe-Electric-56963-Multi-Joint-Metal/dp/B00HX2EVPS/ref=sr_1_24?keywords=desk+lamp&qid=1574268292&sr=8-24

I think every shop needs a lamp like this with the brightest LED you can get. LEDs are great, all I ever use anymore.

2 Ottlites and a Conair light up oval mirror.
(The two big windows on either side help too.)

I like the Ottlites because they're a good simulator of daylight, and fold up when you're not using them. And I like the oval mirror because it has x1 magnification on one side and x7 on the other, which was hard to find for a light up mirror.

I've gotten compliments for my "minimalist" and "modernist" cube space. I keep it clean and modern, which is what I like anyway, but in particular for work I find it calming. The main items are this desk lamp and this floor lamp for general lighting. I have a couple of pieces of abstract art- one is a nifty cube my daughter made with geometric designs.

His (Left)

-Microsoft Surface Pro 4

-(x2) Dell P2411H 24" Monitors

-HHKB Lite 2 Keyboard

-Microsoft Arc Touch Surface Mouse

-Taotronics Lamp

-iKammo XXL Gaming Mat

Hers (Right)

-13" MacBook Pro w/ Touch Bar

-22" Monitor

-Magic Keyboard 2

-Magic Mouse

-iKammo XXL Gaming Mat

-Qiaya Lamp


Mid (Daughter's)

-42" Television

-Mac Mini (Under the desk)

-Magic Keyboard

-Raspberry Pi running RetroPie with 2 SNES Controllers

--XBOX Kinect for Arduino/Raspberry Pi Development


Desks

-IKEA Alex Drawers with Linnmon Tops (x2 in mirroring formation). Altogether it's 118"x29.5" of tabletop space.

-OLOV Support Bars (x4)

-RGB LED Strip on back/sides w/ remote

Future Plans

-Gaming Chairs (I have a DX Racer Formula at work and love it)

-Monitor Mounts (Also have some at work and love them, so that's a must. Just need to figure out placement first)

-Different color Linnmon Table tops. The black ones are nice but we feel we should have gone with another color for contrast.

Feedback/Suggestions welcome!

I would assume that there aren't a lot of monitor arms that use non-gas springs, if any. It would but somewhat unsightly, though you can cover them up.

It wouild be like this. You would need some beefy springs for it to look trustworthy holding a monitor worth hundreds of dollars.

My lamp: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00I2S7MHQ/ref=psdcmw_1063292_t1_B00WFZS55A

Softbox: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0093OWIYA/ref=pd_aw_fbt_421_img_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=BSC20C7JTC1YYXM1ZQJT

Bulbs: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HNEPPJM/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

If you get a lamp that can fit that softbox and fire those bulbs, you should have a decent setup. You can check my VODs if you need examples. I hope my links are good, because I am on mobile haha. But yeah, that setup works wonders for me so far.

I can only speak on the Daylight triple bright lamp (assuming you mean this one), but it's great. For me it was a game changer.

For photos, I find it's adequate for WIP shots with my phone for Instagram, but you'd probably want to augment it with some a pair of side lights for high-end shots.

You could get a clamp light like this (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HX2EVPS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_oeMqDbAP9ZZTH) and clamp it to that shelf and put a grow bulb in it so you can place it above. Just make sure the lamp can handle your bulb wattage. Or I’m sure a floor reading lamp works great too.

For a walstad like I described, I originally just used a small ikea desk lamp. It was this one actually.

You can also buy a timer for the light, so you won't ever need to worry about missing a day. This is my favorite timer so far. They have cheaper ones that work great too.

You should never need to feed the walstad bowl I described. At most, you'd have to add a glass of water every few days. You'll never need to do a vacuuming session on it. Just topping off should be fine. I've got my walstad bowl I made forever ago, and it still looks awesome. I've borrowed its light for weeks at a time, so it sat in the dark, and it's fine. I top it off every few weeks when I realize its getting REALLY low.

Super low maintenance. Looks beautiful. Just buy a large glass bowl (a few gallons), miracle grow organic potting soil, gravel, the plants you choose, and a piece of driftwood to get started. If you want to add a lamp on a timer, it's an extra ~$30 probably. You'll need a small bottle of dechlorinator too, but you'll need like a drop of it per large glass of water for the most part. If you stay on top of just adding a half cup or so every day (assuming its a hot day), then you won't even need to bother with dechlorinator after the initial fill.

Ahhh, yeah, somehow I. glossed over "behind the screen" and thought he was talking about LEDs inside the tower.

And yeah, I have a cheap LED lamp I got off Amazon that I have set behind my screen for some back lighting. Works pretty well and has multiple brightnesses and temperatures (aka blue balance) for different times of day.

Still though, the others were def talking about regular ceiling room lighting.

Sure! Link:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KSQ8ZNA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Love 'em. We had one, then ordered many more. Bright, well-built, and priced right.

oh no!, i live in a basement so the light here is very minimal, i had it by the window but where the window is pointed it gets sun only in the later part of the day, so i moved it under my desk lamp to see if it would be better. i don't know if it is adequate enough for growth though

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here's the link to it: https://www.amazon.ca/Sunlight-Natural-Spectrum-Simulates-Daylight/dp/B003DRBOJ8

We should have a side bar for lighting, fixtures and bulbs are a big part of preservation and presentation; people don't laugh when we say PP around here!
TCP 35s are good elegant bulbs
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D8OPI0C?ref_=ams_ad_dp_asin_3
TT-DL01s are great BMT models
https://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics-TT-DL01-Dimmable-Touch-Sensitive-Charging/dp/B00APAQSP6/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1478321295&sr=8-4&keywords=desk+lights
I'll leave side lights up to you

I personally don't think a phal would work in that setting. It would survive, but it won't thrive. I'd recommended a simple desk grow lamp, I've got one and my orchids (and other plants) love it, plus it looks like a desk lamp. The one I have is this http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003DRBOJ8/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1422392462&sr=8-1&pi=SL75

By the way, I have this desk lamp - it's awesome. Very bright, doesn't give off heat, can change the color temperature (at night I change it to a warmer temp), and has a dimmer.

Haha, it's nice and pretty cheap! Here's the link: http://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics-TT-DL01-Dimmable-Touch-Sensitive-Charging/dp/B00APAQSP6

Full Spectrum Natural Daylight Effect Magnifier Task Lamp with 3 Diopter Glass Lens and Desktop or Clamp-On Mounting Options

You could look for something like this to help with the detail work and it's a great lamp

This is for the LED Lights
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0040FJ27S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This is for the desk lamp which i highly HIGHLY recommend it is an excellent desk lamp that also has a usb plug in!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00APAQSP6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It's the Jansjo. I have several in my shop and at home. If you point it down you will get a nice bright spotlight, if you point it at the ceiling or wall you get a nice ambient light. A very good lamp for the price IMO.

As a side note, they fixed the switch problem several of the reviewers mentioned (I have the old and the new).

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The new leaves are definitely a good sign. The general recommendation for fertilizer is half strength once a month, or lower strength more often. A lot of people do "weakly weekly," personally I just add a little fertilizer every time I refill my watering can. Basically the more consistently you can do it, the better.

And if you don't think they'll get enough light where you are now, I'd invest in light and a timer. They are low light plants, so they don't need anything fancy - a cheap clip on light would work, or even any old desk lamp.

Seconding scytheis' comments. I have the AT2020 XLR version and run it through a usb interface with preamps. (would be a good option if you didn't already have a good DAC). It sounds a ton better than the Blue Yeti that I have at the office. You can easily tell which recordings I do where. The Yeti's not bad or unbearable, it's just not as good (despite glowing reviews). Glad to know the USB version of the 2020 is good too though; I might have to switch.

I got mine second hand from a younger cousin who beat it to death recording in college. It's truly nuke-proof. But it will pick up any ambient noise near it. Mechanical keyboard would be super loud but you could mitigate it. You can rig up a boom desk stand similar to this Rode using a cheapo scissor desklamp. There are some forum reviews as to which cheap ones have heftier springs for balancing but I couldn't find it right away. Generally can do it for 1/4 of the price of the real boom.

So I work with classified stuff in a room with no windows. I have a few plants: a succulent, a shamrock, a peperomia, a dieffenbachia, Chinese evergreen, a polka dot and Brazil Philo and they are doing very well with this light. 14W LED Grow Light, New Dual Head... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G9C9485?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I love this light since it's pretty affordable for a non purple, white light.

I got a desk lamp and put a daylight bulb in it. This is the one I got, but you could probably find a similar one at a local store. I like it because it's very easy to redirect the light, I have it pointed above my mirror and a second lamp a few feet away to add some additional lighting.

You could hit up your local thrift stores for a couple of swing-arm desk lamps. You can find them new for $15-$20, so the thrift store could easily be in the $5-$10 range.

It shouldn't be too difficult to remove the lamp and cord and re-purpose the armature.

Plus, assuming you can find them with the mounts, it will give you another axis of movement. (Of course, you could make your own mount pretty easily, too.)

Thanks for the compliment! What mini did you just finish?

Yea I think I took the pictures too close though. You can REALLY see every little stroke, a bit harder to sell the illusion. Just for your reference I used 2 of these lamps (I got 2 for $25) and I used these bulbs and this light tent and a point a shoot camera I had laying around. It is like 16ish megapixels and full HD...

This is a pretty good primer. It seems daunting, but it's actually pretty simple once you dive in. You can do this on any scale, from a half-gallon nano tank to as big as you can imagine. If you choose to try live plants, the cheapest lighting there is consists of a clamp light or clip-on desk lamp with a 23 watt 6500k compact fluorescent bulb in it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0197ZOAKE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It's pretty nice. My only annoyance is having to cycle through light modes instead of having dedicated buttons for cool white, warm white, nightlight, etc. and having the power button doubling as the lowest light intensity on the slider so you have to hold it to turn the light off.

I run a super budget setup as close to professional lighting as I can. Well it's budget in comparison to pro set ups.

I start with one of these.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014H2P89O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_wSnezbPMKMHMZ

It's dimmable so I can adust the brightness for any time of day and turn it off without messing around with switches.

I plug that into this.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HX2EVPS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_TVnezbVVQ3QQB

Well in reality I have a small desk lamp with a clip on it. It attaches to my monitor stand. But we'll get what ever lamp work for you.

Then I bought this soft box. Modified it slightly (just cut it open a little)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ENSKUUK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_eYnezbNZ9D1XR

Then bam. Simple and adjustable set up for my setup. I can make the light as bright or dull as required by the remaining room lighting.

Go for a larger softbox if you have room. I don't as I have all my monitors on a 2x2 stand!

(Not referral links)

You want something with a large light surface. As large as possible really. Covers more angles of your miniature and casts softer shadows.

Did a quick search, I have no experience with these personally but it looks decent enough: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VUTAFR8?aaxitk=OFK8pSgerHvhjf579pwT8w

Hope that helps!

Thanks!

The thing behind the Plustek is a lamp. It has some very bright settings which makes it useful when cleaning negatives or the flatbed scanner.

A few of the spring clips on the back broke when I was unhooking the wires to rearrange stuff. I probably could have fixed them or just taped the wires in. I've had the speakers for probably 10 years so it was more of an excuse than anything to get something new...

Pictures of whats behind my desk for a reference of my room at a whole. I've been looking at this lamp, but love seeing other peoples ideas

https://www.amazon.com/Tomons-Natural-Designer-Living-Bedroom/dp/B016XWX52I/ref=sr_1_17?s=lamps-light&ie=UTF8&qid=1492235231&sr=1-17&keywords=desk%2Blamp&th=1

I have been growing a bunch of different plants at my cubicle desk at work - which means nowhere near enough sunlight even for a spider plant - and that includes quite a few cottonwood seedlings who are all doing very well.

I use an LED grow light at home and and the office desk that does a lot for plants.

>Bulb: https://www.amazon.com/SANSI-Daylight-Spectrum-Sunlight-Greenhouse/dp/B07BRKG7X1/
>
>Lamp: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HX2EVPS/

It is a full spectrum light that is in the same range as natural sunlight. It has been perfect for me, every plant I have put under it has started putting out new growth almost right away and bends toward it just like they do with the sun. (Which is how I am getting interesting curves in my seedlings.)

You do need to keep the lamp about 16 to 18 inches from the plant to get the full amount of light for it though, but it will not put off any amount of heat worth worrying about.

I have this lamp and it's great. Four different modes each with 5 different brightness settings. Swivels for different angles and a USB port. I think there are newer models.

TaoTronics LED Desk Lamp with USB Charging Port, 4 Lighting Modes with 5 Brightness Levels, 1h Timer, Touch Control, Memory Function,14W, Official Member of Philips EnabLED Licensing Program https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00APAQSP6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_58yrDb78BEJ3W

This is the one I use, it’s amazing!

Thanks! Both are by Tomons. The one on left is a table lamp, and the one on the right might have been their last available floor lamp version of the same model. Took me a while to even find this one...

Worked out exactly how I was hoping!

That looks like a good lamp but it doesn't appear that Amazon sells it in the U.S.

I found this one, I'm thinking of getting it.

https://www.amazon.com/Daylight-U32500-Triple-Bright-White/dp/B0052OT64K

Mainly because I saw someone using something similar to paint on camera at Adepticon and it looked really good.

I use these

multijoint desk clamp

clamp with aluminum reflector

LED 150watt equivalent 5000k daylight bulb

They’re game changers. Good luck

I use one of these, which I like because it clamped onto the edge of my desk, can be powered off a USB port from my computer (directly below it), and has a reasonably flexible gooseneck so I can get the light where I need it. On the down side, there's no way to adjust the brightness. I haven't minded because I basically want full brightness all the time so I can see my mini clearly.

When I attended ReaperCon last August, I noticed an awful lot of TaoTronics desk lamps in use.

What do you think about Lake country's "smart" pads and hex logic pads by chemical guys? I recently got some hex logic pads and the hexagons are like falling apart..I'm thinking about just switching to flat because of that.

How do you clean your foam pads?

Also for a swirl finder light, I have a lamp: http://www.amazon.com/Sunlight-Spectrum-Simulates-Daylight-Touch/dp/B003DRBOJ8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1370595072&sr=8-1&keywords=full+spectrum+lamp

that I leave in my room, but can I use this to look for swirls on the car than buying the swirl finder light? I can carry it around easily.

Ottlite makes really nice bright lamps.
I've got one of these and it's all the light I need. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004Q0CUXA/

My sleep dr at Mayo told me to get a reading light , u can get these nice led ones on at Amazon.

TaoTronics 14W LED Desk Lamp with USB Charging Port, Touch Control, 4 Lighting Mode with 5 Brightness Levels, Timer, Memory Function Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00APAQSP6?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I use this one, it’s awesome. It’s not so bright and has different levels so doesn’t mess up your sleep cycle like turning on lights does.

I was told to read for 30 minutes or however long it takes before I feel tired again. Much better than just laying there in pain trying to fall back asleep.

In the morning, then use 10,000lux light led lamp for 30 minutes while you eat breakfast/morning journal/routine.

now that I’m weening off pain pills, I’m starting to get insomnia again so this my protocol.

It's a lampat led lamp I got on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/LAMPAT-Dimmable-Lighting-Relaxation-Touch-Sensitive/dp/B00KSQ8ZNA. Works great!

It's actually put out a huge leaf! double the size of the other leaves. I place it near a East window as I do not have any South facing windows and I put it under a growlight as well. It gets strong light Morning to Noon but the growlight is on 24/7 even now in Summer. I use this one from Amazon, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G9C9485?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I have the Lampat one.

It's a nice little lamp. doesn't take up a whole lot of space and can be very bright.

I'd really like to recommend [this LED magnifying lamp] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UW2IRJ2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1) for painting. I've been able to have 2-3 hour continuous painting sessions sitting upright in a chair, and not hunched over. Alleviates all kinds of back and shoulder pain.

The focal length is a little short (you need to have the mini a little close to the lens), so on rare occasions the lamp gets in the way of the brush. However the vast majority of the time its perfect.

This is the one I recently purchased and I LOVE it

Great guide. I have a very similar setup going right now. I used a desk lamp from Amazon. The lamp I linked has 2 models, one with a base and one with a clamp.

I went with a 15W SANSI bulb.. the closest Ikea is 2hrs away so I relied a lot on Amazon.

Just a cheap lamp from amazon. I wish it was a little brighter

LAMPAT Dimmable LED Desk Lamp, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KSQ8ZNA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_hwGLAbQSR6ASW

Howdy! I’m lovin’ it, it’s LED with 5 different lighting modes and 7 brightness levels with a nice USB port on the back.


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VUTAFR8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_wsZ2DbGB5XRJ2 is the exact one I got

I got this one off amazon, I'm happy with it!
Brightech - LightView PRO SuperBright https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016LTTS8S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_Dr5ZwljmhZSCQ

I found it on amazon. It's a screw tight base, so it fits on the little stand perfectly!

Globe Electric 32" Multi-Joint Desk Lamp with Metal Clamp, Black Finish, 56963 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HX2EVPS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_NHx-yb5E629A2

Just to be clear, something like this. Maybe with leds in the base too, that can do a rainbow wave and custom combos. A single bulb is pretty lame.

i'm pretty sure it's just this one: https://www.amazon.com/Designer-Reading-Bedroom-Bedside-Nightstand/dp/B016XWX3ES

I use this lamp and I absolutely love it.

https://www.amazon.com/LAMPAT-Dimmable-Desk-Lamp-Black/dp/B00KSQ8ZNA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1519722968&sr=8-1&keywords=lampat

I got it as a gift it's very cool. it has a timer and 3 dimming options too

Do you have an ikea near you?
These are awesome little lights and you can buy them in the store for 10 bucks... I attached some rare earth magnets on it..

EDIT: forgot to add a link
http://www.amazon.com/Ikea-201-696-58-Jansjo-Light-Black/dp/B0055IVM1I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421157494&sr=8-1&keywords=ikea+led+desk+lamp

You mean these?

http://imgur.com/gallery/Jmu5C

Those are some binding/terminal blocks I made awhile back for testing speakers/drivers, etc. I can plug in cables with banana plugs on them, and clip on to the terminals to test different drivers, etc.

There's some led tape/strip lighting under the top most shelf, and a clamp on adjustable led light with magnifying glass built in. I can swing it in when I need, and out of the way otherwise.

I think the magnifying lamp is this one: https://amzn.com/B00UW2IRJ2

The diagonal flush cutters are:
https://amzn.com/B000IBSFAI

and the small nose pliers are:
https://amzn.com/B0006N73BU

The little parts boxes are from a Bosch organizer:
https://amzn.com/B00BD5G6X6

There's cheaper options, but I had the organizer and extra bins so I used those.

Fire extinguisher is a Kidde ~3lb standard fire extinguisher. An absolute must imo.

The drawers are great, when I'm properly using them I can keep the desk clutter free.

Generally when I'm working on a project, if it's going to take longer than an hour or so, I put all the parts needed into bins, organize/label all the components. Then get started on the build. I have a small whiteboard to the left of the desk that I can pin up schematics, and take any quick notes while I'm cussing myself for forgetting something obvious.

One thing I put on my work bench that I don't think I could do without now is a magnification lamp. One like this or similar. So useful.

I have the KDP90, and I use this lamp. It does the job pretty well.

I initially got it on wayfair here, but it looks like you can get the same one on amazon here

These were 25 dollars when I bought it. It's modded (duh) and gets in the way a sometimes. But in general it gives me the freedom I need.

That I can do! I will tell you though that i'm still very new at this so my approach was/is kind of weird. Before the Arduino I bought a remote controlled outlet kit and had fun turning my lamp on and off for awhile.

But then I got curious and busted the remote open. And found it had a little transmitter that was talking to the outlet converter that i plugged my lamp into. Click the switch, it sends a signal to the converter, lamp goes on. Click it again, it sends another, lamp goes off. After a little digging I found the frequency needed to talk to the converter (315 Mhz) and ordered a 315Mhz transmitter and receiver kit which would plug directly into the arduino. Here's where the coding comes in.

I now was on the right frequency but I still needed to know a few more things about the converter so I could talk to it ( send it a signal). BUT because I had the receiver I could listen to the communication the old remote made with the converter. So basically my first code used the receiver to eavesdrop on a private talk to hear a password. Then all I needed to do was create a loop that sends the signal with the transmitter to turn it on and off after a given time.

void setup(){
Serial.begin(9600);
mySwitch.enableTransmit(7);
mySwitch.setProtocol(2);
mySwitch.setPulseLength(800);
}
void loop(){
mySwitch.send(13330,15);
delay(64800000);

mySwitch.send(13322,15);//signal to turn off
delay(21600000);// ms..converted to 6 hrs
}

You mean the lamp? I got it off amazon a while back. Best feature is the USB port on the side for charging my phone.

Link. I love it. I needed one with a USB plugin, and this is fantastic.

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Be sure you get a daylight bulb that is in 6500k or 6700k. I use a 23 watt but I have it on a desk clamp light with a very long adjustable arm so I can pull it higher or lower depending on how much light I needed. Mine is pulled up quite a bit, about a foot from the substrate. Might try a 16 watt? ( http://www.amazon.com/Alvin-G2540-B-Swing-Lamp-Black/dp/B001DNFLYS/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1368668919&sr=8-14&keywords=clamp+light )

I have medium plants in my tank. Pearl weed, hydrocotyle Japan, Rotala Indica, luwigia, Alternanthera reineckii, and some moss. They're all doing well actually with flourish once a week. I'd like to put in a root tab but I'm afraid for my shrimp.

I dont have a permanent station. I pull everything out each time I paint.

So I have a storage box with all the fiddly bits like brushes, putty, wet palette, etc.
Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Latchmate-Turquoise-Storage-Tray-Recollections/dp/B078R8B4CP

And I recently upgraded my reaper learn to paint kits with the army painter big box. I needed a way to have those handy:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N24LHLZ

And a pair of these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0197ZOAKE set up over the work area.

Takes about five minutes to throw it all onto a folding table and get going.

Chairs are super tricky, I would recommend trying them out before buying. The next chair I get will probably be an ergohuman style chair. ( Something with an aggressive lumbar and a headrest which is lacking in most chairs )

Any normal looking chair with robust padding is probably a 'safe' choice though. Just stay away from barely padded fake leather chairs. Padding is really the most important factor if you're going in blind.

I have a cheap swing-arm lamp - $20 - with a - $4 - clamp-on mechanism for my desk. That and a bright white, high lumen bulb will work very well for $30~. A friend has a more robust version, which is basically a giant hinged arm with built-in, color-changing LED bulbs. That's much more impressive but is > $100.

Examples:

https://www.amazon.com/Globe-Electric-Multi-Joint-Finish-56963/dp/B00HX2EVPS

https://www.amazon.com/Architect-Dimmable-Eye-Care-Technology-Adjustable/dp/B01N07P618

https://www.amazon.com/BYB-Architect-Eye-care-Drafting-Brightness/dp/B014KQE6RW

Safe: ( aside from the cancer )

https://www.amazon.com/Office-Star-Intensity-Ergonomic-Synchro/dp/B00752SXS2

Probebly not safe:

https://www.amazon.com/Flash-Furniture-Mid-Back-Leather-Swivel/dp/B0049FWN5M

Anyone use this lamp? I have it saved for when I do start my jarrarium because I saw it recommended a while ago.

The setup from Uline was not cheap, but it will last.

Here is the desk light: Lampat LED Desk Lamp, Dimmable LED Table Lamp Black, 4 Lighting Modes, 5-Level Dimmer, Touch-Sensitive Control Panel, 1-Hour Auto Timer, 5V/2A USB Cha https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KSQ8ZNA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_RO9LtBOpaePBU

It’s been good to have something in addition to the overhead shop light.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0052OT64K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_TFcyzbWR75PXN

This one is amazing

I use one of these bad boys:
http://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics%C2%AE-Elune-TT-DL01-Dimmable-Lighting/dp/B00APAQSP6/ref=sr_1_1?srs=5608252011&ie=UTF8&qid=1412630343&sr=8-1&keywords=desk+lamp
I also have a normal halogen desk lamp on the other side of my desk. My only complaint is that you can't rotate the bar, but that's rarely an issue. It has a USB charger on it too, which is surprisingly useful.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VUTAFR8?aaxitk=J-9YZAe2RXs7fJlVbfI30w
I got this one last summer and it’s a pretty solid one

Certainly, I bought this new lamp once i upgraded to dual monitor about 2 months ago! Serves me well with my Lifx bulb -
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RXSRQCC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have this one. Bright, with excellent magnification...
https://www.amazon.com/Brightech-LightView-SuperBright-Magnifier-Adjustable/dp/B00UW2IRJ2/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1486673304&sr=8-7&keywords=magnifying+lamp

Yeah, I used to have the speakers and router attached to the wall on the left, but as you can see I moved them, I'm looking for something to go there. As for light I have ordered one of these. Also it's a little brighter than it looks in the pictures, they were taken with my phone.

My one is like this and it has been serving me well for a few years: https://www.amazon.co.uk/TaoTronics-Charging-Lighting-Brightness-Function/dp/B00APAQSP6/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1523982577&sr=8-3&keywords=piano+lamp&dpID=31729IPCTYL&preST=_SX342_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

https://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics-Charging-Lighting-Aircraft-grade-Brightness/dp/B01HOAVK0W/ref=sr_1_11?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1495229554&sr=1-11&keywords=taotronics+led+desk+lamp


Enjoy!

Nice! Is your Macbook on a cooling stand or a regular stand?

Awesome LED lamp with a USB outlet and a bunch of light temperature/intensity adjustments :3

I've been using one of these for a few months now. I like that it's both nonintrusive (for maximum desk work space) and flexible. I have another smaller general lamp near my desk to provide ambient light in the area, and use the LED light above to really focus on my work.

Thanks, appreciate it.

The phone holder is just wireless charger.

The ipad holder is from Anker, but I don't believe they make it anymore. This is the closest thing to it that I could find.

The lamp

Is this the same lamp?

Daylight Triple Bright Lamp

I bought it from bauhaus which I think doesn't have an online store, but you could probably use any cheap-o architects lamp, i.e. something like this.

You could wear gloves.

There was a LPT here recently where someone got a desk lamp, the kind that you can move around the actual light part, like this, and put an incandescent lightbulb in it and shine it on their hands to keep it warm. I would go with a heat lamp bulb, though, less brightness.

A desk-length mousepad.

https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Gaming-MM300-Anti-Fray-Extended/dp/B01798VS4C/

Monitor Mounts

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B21TLQU/

Cable Management knick knacks.

Ambient lighting behind your monitor. I just use a variable desk LED lamp.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HOAVK0W/

Headphone wall mounts.

https://www.amazon.com/Stick-on-Headphone-Hooks-2-Pack/dp/B00P9GYUE2/

A decent speaker/sub combo for when you want to just sit back, relax, and watch a movie.

https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-980-000382-Z313-Speaker-System/dp/B002HWRZ2K/

A Microsoft Wireless Adapter + Couple of XB1 Controllers = local wireless multiplayer gaming (up to 8 controllers I think).

https://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-Wireless-Adapter-Windows/dp/B00ZB7W4QU/

Thanks! Absolutely.. here ya go.

Globe Electric 32" Multi-Joint Desk... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HX2EVPS?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Thanks! It's this one.

One of the most useful things in my setup: Lamp

So I got the idea from this lamp on amazon that has different modes

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00APAQSP6?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_sfl_title_2&smid=A2KUZVNQ9LP7N9


I couldn't find any specific studies. But I wouldn't be surprised if changing the colors can help induce focus.

Thank you!!
https://www.amazon.com/Globe-Electric-Architect-Balanced-5698601/dp/B00RXSRQCC/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?adgrpid=59694723527&hvadid=274719836552&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9052848&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t2&hvqmt=e&hvrand=16111542265668120967&hvtargid=kwd-295642225856&keywords=black+desk+lamps&qid=1555954124&s=gateway&sr=8-6

What's the difference between this lamp and the second most popular lamp (besides $10)?
https://www.amazon.com/LAMPAT-Dimmable-Lighting-Relaxation-Touch-Sensitive/dp/B00KSQ8ZNA/ref=zg_bs_1063296_2

You can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00APAQSP6/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1521309283&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=taotronics+lamp&dpPl=1&dpID=31PBWAJJJtL&ref=plSrch :)

Sure, according to my Amazon history it's a Gladiator GAWB04HWEG Adjustable Height Hardwood Workbench, 4' the vise is whatever brand they sell at Lowe's and the light is a Brightech LightView PRO LED.

Yes! This is what I have;
Globe Electric 56963 Metal Clamp - Swing Arm Multi-Joint Desk Lamp, 32", Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HX2EVPS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_UpcxDb1ZPR8HD

I think it was this one, with the aluminum housing:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HOAVK0W?psc=1

Other ones I got were less pretty.

I would recommend 2 of these:

http://www.amazon.com/Globe-Electric-56963-Swing-Finish/dp/B00HX2EVPS/ref=sr_1_12?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1463438726&sr=1-12&keywords=desktop+lamp

with these:

http://www.lowes.com/pd_302257-3-26966_1z0vlimZ1z0vs6mZ1z10dveZ1z10htl__?productId=3202347&pl=1

Set one up on each side so the light comes from above your shoulders.

My only beef with many hobby store brushes is the dreaded "hook-tip" that cheap nylon brushes quickly develop. Otherwise, you are right. You don't need ultra high-end brushes. Just one or two solid kolinksy sable ones of appropriate size.

I TOTALLY agree with the decent lamps. I have 2 swing arm lamps clamped to my desk that I angle to the middle so that I don't have shadows. Here are some like I use.

this is the exact lamp in the pic:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00KSQ8ZNA?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

there are probably other similar kinds on amazon that work just as well

Might be your primer then, there is a weird texture on the model.

Got eyesight problems? Get a magnifying setup then such as [this](https://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-Daylight-Magnifier-3-Diopter-VS40203B/dp/B00D5WM8EG/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&
qid=1506473036&sr=8-4&keywords=magnifying+light)

Tip for brush control: Rest your arms on the edge of the table. That alone will help a lot, then when doing fine fine detail (like pupils) flex and press against the table (it hurts cause its working)

Also it looks like your not letting coats dry between layers (swirly patterns) not a bad thing (its called wet blending, but its something that needs to be practiced)

Chitin (skin) - Do the crimson onto the primer for the fleshy bits then paint the screaming skull alone to cover up the shade in the wrong spot.

For the carapace, yes, want to do it even faster and have it look not half bad? do it via dry brushing

Those colors should work fine for your bigguns youll probably do ratios for better gradients (eg 100/0>75/25>50/50>25/75>0/100) Check out Duncans guides for nids if you havent yet.

TaoTronics LED Desk Lamp, Eye-caring Table Lamps, Dimmable Office Lamp with USB Charging Port, 5 Lighting Modes with 7 Brightness Levels, Touch Control, White, 12W, Philips EnabLED Licensing Program https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VUTAFR8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PXIZCbD2PQS6N

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00VUTAFR8/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It changes shades of white and brightness

TaoTronics Desk Lamp Metal LED Desk Lamp Table Lamps for Office Lighting, Ultra-slim, Aircraft-grade Alloy, 3 Color Modes with 6 Brightness Levels https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HOAVK0W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_sE.6yb2MV33CV

TaoTronics Aluminum Alloy Dimmable LED Desk Lamp with USB Charging Port, Table Lamp for Office Lighting, 3 Color Modes & 6 Brightness Levels, Philips Enabled Licensing Program https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HOAVK0W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_0YAVDb0CZS49X

You could try a full spectrum lamp--they're supposed to imitate natural light.

I recently bought one of these LED lamps for work. I might get a couple for home, I like it.

I use a swing-arm clamp lamp (The kind with a long reach) and a floor standing lamp. I use GE Reveal bulbs, 75W in the swing arm lamp and a 50/100/150 3-way in the floor lamp. I like being able to adjust the ambient light to similar levels regardless of the day/night/weather factor

Something like this could work until you could splurge for a bigger one.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G9C9485/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_coI7CbHFK2ZT9

Another thing, using a super bright point source light for a work light is usually a bad idea. It will cast shadows, be very harsh on your eyes and overall be a very difficult light to work with. (If you use it in like a lamp like this then it maybe ok)

pretty sure I found it

put monitors on one side, tower on the other. Or put the monitors on one side, tower in the middle, and controllers/headset/mic/etc. on the other side. I'm using these to hold power strips, it's only going to work for the long skinny ones though. IKEA has one that can hold a wider variety of sizes. Based on the shadow and graininess of the pic I am guessing you only have a ceiling light? You could add a lamp on one side and one of these on the other. If you want to continue with the green color scheme, you could get one of these orb things and an rgb led strip

I'm sorry I couldn't get you the links to exactly the same lamp and succulent but I found a similar one on Amazon. If you're interested.https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07FTSCTFD/ref=sspa_mw_detail_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1


https://www.amazon.com/Designer-Reading-Bedroom-Bedside-Nightstand/dp/B016XWX3ES/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=wooden%2Bdesk%2Blamp&qid=1555497374&s=gateway&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1