One of the most simple and efficient lighting accessories for a photographer to carry around is the classic reflector. Whether you go for a white, silver, gold, or hybrid reflector, they offer an easy fix for adding fill light and accenting various objects in a composition. Unfortunately, they’re not very convenient to carry around, even if you opt for a collapsible one. Enter Flash Bag, a new camera bag that’s designed with a built-in reflector for better lighting on the go, without the need for a dedicated reflector. The clever creation is designed by Scott Tallenger for Betabrand. If that name sounds familiar, it’s because Betabrand is the same company that created the anti-paparazzi line of clothing called Flashback. Claiming to be “your new photo assistant,” the messenger-style Flash Bag features a dedicated flap made of a reflective foil-like material that folds out to help bounce light onto subjects. Related: The Kohiko, now on Kickstarter, takes a simplified approach to the camera bag

The bag, which is looking to get off the ground with the help of a self-run crowdfunding campaign, is constructed of water-resistant polyurethane coated nylon, features modular hook-and-loop dividers, can hold up to a 15-inch laptop and offers eight separate pockets for storing accessories. Prototype bags have been developed, but full-fledged production is dependent on crowdfunded capital. Already, the campaign has collected 25 percent of its funding goal, but no specific dollar goal has been mentioned. If you want to secure your spot and get one of the first Flash Bags, you can pledge $78.40 and get it for 20 percent off what it will eventually retail for. The first Flash Bags are set to ship by late December if the funding goal is reached. For more information and to secure your Flash Bag, head on over to Betabrand’s campaign. I tried to come up with an idea that would make a hoodie more functional. Using Autodesk Sketchbook Pro 6 (trial) and Betabrand's hoodie template I think that I've achieved that.

The concept of this design is a hoodie with a built-in backpack. I can function as a regular hoodie and lie flat but in case you need to carry or store something then it would unzip and using the buckles on the back bottom you can extend the storage space. s130 backpackSomething like this would have an inner lining to support added weight but should be made to wear with comfort. backpack kenshiThis is a rather simple design and the amount of layers isn't too bad. boxy backpack vs abundance1.Take the Betabrand hoodie template and duplicate it twice. mooto taekwondo backpackAfter you make your duplicates you will need to crop the top half (front view) from the bottom half (back view). backpack chumphon

Using your second duplicate layer you will need to crop the bottom half (back view) from the top half (front view. This would make it easier to create different looks for both front and back (top and bottom of template). pewdiepie backpack review2. You can keep the sleeves the same length but I've cropped and edited them to be 3/4 sleeves. gryffindor backpack ebayI created a zipper for the top of the built-in backpack that should preferably be the same color as the hoodie so that it doesn't stand out. I also made the design with the drawstrings of the hoodie to connect with the backpack for extra support and lift why storing items. Using the body of the original hoodie template I created the buckles for the hoodie. The buckles can be adjusted to the accommodate the added weight and needed space of storage. 4. Create a layer and using the FILL tool, fill in the layer with a color of your choice.

After filling in the layer you then would want to change the opacity of that layer making it lighter and the image visible underneath. Merge the color layers with the correct layer and then merge all the layers needed for the design and save. Encompassing AdventureStorrist PackBetabrand BagsPack MeantBackpacks Bags DesignRemovable CameraBags SocksCamera PouchAdventure PackForwardOur Storrist pack was designed with cyclists and photographers in mind, but really it's the all-encompassing adventure pack; meant to hug you.Five months ago we shared Project Transfer and our Straphanger concept with the world and people loved it (check out the press coverage below). Now we’re partnering with Betabrand to bring it to life. If you’re not familiar with Betabrand, it’s a crowd-funded apparel company based in San Francisco. When designs, like gravitytank’s Germinator Transit Jacket get voted in by the community, Betabrand works with the creators to design, manufacture and sell the product.

We’re thrilled to be working with them! Based on our in-context research with commuters, the Germinator Transit Jacket attempts to take ick out of riding public transportation. It’s perfect for those times when… // The doors close and someone lets out a silent but deadly one. We added a high collar with a removable and washable antimicrobial liner that lets you discreetly protect yourself from reckless farts and coughs. // You’re wearing a backpack while carrying a gym bag in your left hand and an energetic puppy in the other. A built-in transit pass holder expedites fumble-free boarding. // Someone sneezes into their hand and grabs a pole. Fold out cuffs provide a layer of protection so you never have to touch poles again. // You just want to take a nap but the window is caked with greasy, forehead-face-finger-who-knows-what prints.  A removable hood protects you from the grime inside and the elements outside. // It’s like an arctic wasteland on the street and a tropical forest underground.