Abstract: A photographic apparatus including a telescopic extender connected between a camera and an electronic flash or strobe unit by a pair of universal joints at the respective ends of the extender. The extender and flash unit may be selectively adjusted to virtually any position with respect to the camera and the subject being photographed. In one embodiment the universal joint coupling the extender to the camera is a ball type joint. In another embodiment the universal joint is an adjustable swivel joint which permits rotation about two mutually perpendicular axis. Elements are provided for retaining the flash unit and extender in a compact storage position. The flash extender described may comprise a plurality of oval shaped telescoping sections. The strobe unit consists of two separate housings, a main housing for the power source and a second housing for the flash lamp and trigger element therefor.