Due to some requests I have posted more info on my macro flash bracket. It was built in an afternoon with spare photographic parts and aluminum from the garage and works better than I had hoped. it was built due to the need for variable lighting effects close to the subject and needed to fulfill the following requirements:
- adjustment with one hand
- not only be sturdy but add stability to the whole assembly
- work in both landscape and portrait orientations
- allow for key/fill light effects from above as well fill light effects from below.
- easy dismantling and portability

It fulfills all the requirements that I had for it and has provided me with a great deal of enjoyment. Below is an image of the bracket with the Nikon D70, 105 Micro Nikkor and Nikon SB-600 Speedlite.

Macro 2