Afton Grant is a Steadicam Operator, local to New York City and Boston Massachusetts.
Afton is also the creator of the popular industry website, SteadiShots.org which is a tribute and study of Steadicam Operators and their shots throughout cinema history.
The term "Steadicam" has become synonomous with all types of camera stabilization systems.
"Steadicam" is a trademark of the Tiffen corporation. More info can be found at www.steadicam.com.
Other excellent camera stabilization manufacturers include: GPI - PRO and XCS, Inc.