In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his conceptual photograph, The Queen’s Grounds, from his Alice in Wonderland photography series. This video will show you the importance of choreographing your location photo shoot. When a sense of movement is needed in a photograph the best way to achieve this is to make the subject move! Sometimes you have limited time to capture the shot you need. With careful choreography you can shorten your shoot time and maximize the quality of expressive movement shown by your model.

Run time: 8min 15sec, size: 433MB, part 1 of 15

To see another tutorial on capturing action in your photography you should check out Parachute how-to from Drew’s Bridge of Doom series. The Parachute photo shoot provided some other obstacles that had to be solved while on location, make sure to check out the video to see for yourself.

In this how-to Drew will also share with you how he achieves the amazing light in The Queen’s Grounds photograph! The photo is an amazing example of how to achieve depth and perspective with your lighting. To see another tutorial on depth and perspective you should also check out the Mini Village Dove how-to.

In this video you will learn:

• tips on choreographing your shoot to capture dynamic movement.
• on location lighting for great depth and perspective.
• the benefits of scouting for the perfect location for your conceptual photography shoot.
• the importance of engaging/communicating with the model to get just the right expression.
• Drew’s thoughts on camera angle and low iso setting.

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This video is 1 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images. Learn more about the complete series HERE.

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In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his conceptual photograph, On the Wall, from his Alice in Wonderland photography series. This is tutorial 2 of 15 from the series, you will learn that sometimes the most magical and successful photographs not only come from careful planning but also adapting so you can take advantage of an unforeseen opportunity. Drew discusses how he happened upon the most picturesque perfect spot during a 2 day shoot and adapted to incorporate the location into the schedule.

Run time: 7min 37sec, size: 415MB, part 2 of 15

To see another great example of adapting your photo shoot under pressure you should check out the Sea of Tears how-to, another awesome shot from the Alice in Wonderland series.

One tip Drew offeres from his years of expertise is to engage the model, this provides for the perfect expression and builds your relationship with your subject. To see an example of engaging the model for a true portrait you should check out the Vinnie Jones portrait tutorial.

This video will answer the following questions:

• what are the benefits of adapting for the unforeseen opportunity for your conceptual photography shoot?
• how do you light on location for a large area to achieve great depth and perspective?
• what are the benefits of adapting to unforeseen problems during your photoshoot?
• what is the importance of engaging/communicating with the model?

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This video is 2 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images.

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In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his conceptual photograph, The Pig, from his Alice in Wonderland photography series. This is tutorial 3 of 15 from the series, developing your own personal style is more important than technical perfection. Drew discusses how he adapted for an unforeseen problem while shooting for the Alice in Wonderland series and still the final product ended in what could be seen as a technical imperfection. What you will see is that imperfections lead to experimentation and experimentation leads to your personal style. Adapting to change during a photo shoot is something that happens often and for any number of reasons. Check out On The Wall how-to for another example of how to adapt on the job and the beautiful results you can achieve.

Run time: 8min 52sec, size: 448MB, part 3 of 15

Another way to develop your personal style is with personal projects. To see examples of the freedoms of personal projects and some amazing portraits you should check out Drew’s Handlebar Moustache Club portrait how-to from his Eccentrics series.

In this video tutorial you will learn:

• the importance of developing your own personal style of photography.
• how experimenting can lead to the development of your style.
• the value of using a tripod for sharpness and control.
• the importance of engaging/communicating with the model to get just the right expression.
• the importance of engaging yourself to get just the right shot.

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This video is 3 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images.

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In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his conceptual photograph, Mini Village Dove, from his Alice in Wonderland photography series. This is tutorial 4 of 15 from the series, you will learn that often the most magical and successful photographs not only come from careful planning but also adapting to unforeseen circumstances and a willingness to get your hands dirty. While planning your location shoot is important in getting the perfect shot, being prepared to get a little dirty is sometimes key in capturing the winning frame.

Run time: 6min 56sec, size: 330MB, part 4 of 15

Drew will talk about the behind the scenes activity that leads to the awesome shots. Also the lighting, composition and the amazing depth and perspective he achieves with those tools. The Bridge of Doom how-to is another great example of how to create perfect depth and perspective in your photograph.

This video will show you:

• on location lighting of a large area for great depth and perspective.
• the benefits of scouting for the perfect location for your conceptual photography shoot.
• the importance of engaging/communicating with the model to get just the right expression.
• the importance of engaging yourself to get just the right shot.
• Drew’s thoughts on camera angle and low iso setting.

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This video is number 4 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images.

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In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his conceptual photograph, Sea of Tears, from his Alice in Wonderland photography series. This is tutorial 5 of 15 from the series, on location in England the crew adapts to the changing weather and finds the perfect spot to achieve the amazing reflection that you see in Sea of Tears. Drew uses a low camera angle and low iso to achieve this brilliant shot, it is the angle of his camera that creates the beautiful reflection in the Sea of Tears. The Alice in Wonderland series has a strong narrative that engages the viewer and ties each image together. One other common attribute to the series is a wonderful sense of depth and perspective. Creating depth and perspective looks easy in this photograph and the Mini Village Dove how-to while the Pig how-to is another great example of shooting at a low angle.

Run time: 8min 8sec, size: 400MB, part 5 of 15

In this video tutorial you will learn:

• how to achieve the perfect reflection in your photograph.
• location lighting of a large area for great depth and perspective.
• the benefits of scouting for the perfect location for your conceptual photography shoot.
• the importance of engaging/communicating with the model to get just the right expression.
• the importance of engaging yourself to get just the right shot.

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This video is 5 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images.

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In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his portrait of Olympic ski jumper Lindsey Vonn. This is tutorial 6 of 15 from the series, tips and tricks for shooting solo on location. This portrait was shot with out a crew in a remote location under strict time limits. Drew shares his expertise on how to make a portrait photograph successful when shooting under such extreme conditions. Choosing the perfect location is a key element in the perfect portrait, even if the location is hard to reach!

Run time: 5min 54sec, size: 305MB, part 6 of 15

For more information and tips on utilizing the location on a low budget photo shoot check out the Lily Allen how-to.

When pairing some camera’s and studio lights the low iso and slower shutter speed can leave a black line because the shutter isn’t synced properly with the studio lights. Drew tells you the work around and reasons he made the decision to shoot Lindsey at these settings. To compare shooting with an unsynced shutter and flash to a synced shutter and flash please check out the Vinnie Jones how-to.

Watching behind the photo, portrait of Lindsey Vonn will show you how to:

• shoot solo on remote location.
• shoot with an un-synced shutter and flash.
• on location lighting of a large area for great depth and perspective.
• the benefits of scouting for the perfect location for your portrait  photography shoot.
• the importance of engaging/communicating with the model to get just the right expression.
• the importance of engaging yourself to get just the right shot.

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This video is number 6 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images.

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In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his portrait photograph of Lily Allen. This is tutorial 7 of 15 from the series, sometimes you have to be thrifty and clever to pull off a low budget portrait shoot. Drew shares his tips and tricks on creating the perfect backdrop while working with a tight budget, the magic that happens when you put your best foot forward in preparation and the results pulling it all together.

Run time: 4min 52sec, size: 242MB, part 7 of 15

For a different example of low budget shoots check out the Lindsey Vonn how-to. The Lindsey Vonn shoot also deals with shooting solo in an extreme location. To learn the clever work arounds to obstacles that can come up during such an event be sure to check out the video for yourself.

When shooting with a model it is crucial to communicate or engage them in some way, this ensures they will give you the best expression and movement for your shot. The Lily Allen portait is a simple easy example of how important communicating with your model can be, to have a look at a more complex shoot you should take a look at the Parachute how-to.

This video will demonstrate how to:

• shoot the perfect portrait on a budget.
• light on location for great portrait photographs.
• scout the perfect location for your portrait photography shoot.
• engage/communicate with the model to get just the right expression.

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This video is 7 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images.

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In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his portrait of Vinnie Jones.  This is tutorial 8 of 15 from the series, engaging your model or subject is important to capture the expression and movement that you desire for your photograph. When it comes to portraiture asking your model how they would like to be portrayed will often yield some wonderful ideas and create a portrait that is more than just a pretty picture.

Run time: 4min 3sec, size: 202MB, part 8 of 15

Communication with your model is important to build trust and to make your photo shoot comfortable and productive. When shooting a portrait what better way to capture the character of your subject then to let them have a say in how they are photographed. During the photo shoot with Vinnie Jones this is exactly what happened and the results, as you can see, are fantastic. This portrait was simply lit and utilized the setting sun, to see a more complex lighting for a multiple person portrait you should check out the Handlebar Moustache Club how-to. It’s a great image and the video is full of more information on how to expose and light on location portraits.

In this video tutorial you will learn:

• the importance of your subjects opinion on how they would like to be portrayed.
• location lighting for great depth and perspective.
• advantages of shooting medium format with a digital back.
• the benefits of scouting for the perfect location for your portrait  photography shoot.
• the importance of engaging/communicating with the model to get just the right expression.

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This video is 8 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images.

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In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his portrait of the gentleman of the Handlebar Moustache Club. This is tutorial 9 of 15 from the series, shooting a portrait can be tricky but shooting a multiple person portrait is even more tricky! Working as a personal project can give you the freedom that otherwise would be lacking in a commissioned work.

Run time: 5min 40sec, size: 300MB, part 9 of 15

Taking on a personal photography project frees you from the expectations of others, deadlines and gives complete artistic freedom. This photograph is from a personal project of Drew’s and a series simply called Eccentrics. The photograph of the gentleman of the Handlebar Moustache Club is infectiously charming and this video will answer all your questions about lighting, exposure and other techniques used to get this great shot.

This shot required some complex lighting, to see a portait done with simple lighting you should check out the Vinnie Jones how-to and also see the benefits of talking to your model and giving them a say in how they are photographed.

In this video tutorial you will learn:

• how to effectively shoot a multiple person portrait.
• location lighting of a large area for great depth and perspective.
• the importance of engaging/communicating with the model to get just the right expression.
• the importance of engaging yourself to get just the right shot.
• the benefits of a personal photography project.

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This video is 9 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images.

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In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his photograph, Nelson Falls. This is tutorial 10 of 15 from the series, recreating an historical scene is complicated and takes plenty of preparation. Drew explains the logistics of such a complex shoot and also shares tips and tricks he learned along the way. Want to find out how he managed to capture this amazing shot in just 30 minutes, then have a look at this tutorial.

Run time: 8min 30sec, size: 464MB, part 10 of 15

Nelson Falls is one of many historical recreations that Drew has been commissioned to shoot. This and the other tutorials will share with you his lighting techniques as well as how to handle the logistics of such a complex location shoot. The Nelson Falls photograph was lit using multiple studio lights, the lighting was controlled to ensure the front figures are the focal point. To learn how to expose for studio lighting as well as ambient lighting please check out the Elizabethan Inn how-to.

If you like this video or are interested in seeing another how-to on a large complex shoot please have a look at The Queen’s Speech tutorial.

The Nelson Falls video tutorial will answer these questions:

• how do you organize a complex photo shoot?
• what knowledge from experience was gained during this shoot?
• how to light a  large area on location for great depth and perspective?
• what are the  benefits of scouting for the perfect location for your conceptual photography shoot?
• why is it important to engage/communicate with the model?

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This video is 10 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images.

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In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his conceptual photograph, Bridge of Doom. This is tutorial 11 of 15 from the series, finding that perfect remote location takes lots of preparation. Drew shares how he found his extreme location for the Bridge of Doom photograph and how he pulled together the final image.

Do you ever wonder about the story behind the photo? Which came first, the idea or the location? Where was that taken?! What lighting was used for the shot? The Bridge of Doom from Drew’s Bridge of Doom series are perfect examples of all of these questions and Drew will take you through his process step by step.

Run time: 8min 28sec, size: 467MB, part 11 of 15

If you love this photo and would like to learn more about the Bridge of Doom series please check out the Parachute video tutorial, a fantastic example of how to plan and shoot an action shot.

In this video tutorial you will learn:

• tips and tricks for planning for and finding your extreme remote location.
• location lighting of a large area for great depth, perspective and post processing.
• the benefits of scouting for the perfect location for your conceptual photography shoot.
• the importance of engaging/communicating with the model to get just the right expression.
• the importance of engaging yourself to get just the right shot.

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This video is 11 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images.

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In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his conceptual photograph, Parachute from his Bridge of Doom Series. This is tutorial 12 of 15 from the series, if you want  your photograph to convey action then you have to be in action! Drew shares how he did this tracking shot and other tips and tricks he used along the way.

The Bridge of Doom series required a lot of planning, a large crew that often had to problem solve on the run. To get the model to look like she was running she had to actually run! This was a challenge for the photographer and the crew, find out how they pulled it off by watching the tutorial.

Run time: 5min 52sec, size: 318MB, part 12 of 15

If you like this image and would like to learn more about Drew’s photography and on of his best conceptual series you can check out the how-to for the Bridge of Doom photograph.

In this video tutorial you will learn:

• tips and tricks for planning for and finding your extreme remote location.
• the tracking shot, how to light and shoot your moving subject!
• location lighting of a large area for great depth, perspective and easier post processing.
• the benefits of scouting for the perfect location for your conceptual photography shoot.
• the importance of engaging/communicating with the model to get just the right expression and movement.
• the importance of engaging yourself to get just the right shot.

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This video is 12 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images.

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In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his photograph, Elizabethan Inn. This is tutorial 13 of 15 from the series, using your flash to freeze your subjects can be paired with a slow shutter speed to also capture low ambient light. Find out how Drew does this and other tips and tricks for lighting such a large complex scene.

If you love this photograph and would like to see more tutorials on historically recreated scenes you can check out The Banquet. The Banquet how-to gives more knowledge and alternate ways to fill your frame as well as it is another great example of a slow shutter speed shot.

Run time: 5min 37sec, size: 296MB, part 13 of 15

In this video tutorial you will learn:

• tips and tricks for combining a slow shutter speed and flash to capture your subject and low ambient light.
• final post processing adjustments that pushed this image to perfection.
• location lighting of a large area for great depth, perspective and easy post processing.
• the importance of engaging/communicating with the models to get just the right expression.
• the importance of engaging yourself to get just the right shot.

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This video is 13 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images.

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In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his historical recreation photograph, The banquet, from a commissioned series about Queen Elizabeth I. This is tutorial 14 of 15 from the series, a long focal length compacts the foreground and background of this portrait. While planning your location shoot is important in getting the perfect shot, being prepared to get a little dirty is sometimes key in capturing the winning frame.

Run time: 5min 35sec, size: 298MB, part 14 of 15

One common element in Drew’s work is his use of low iso settings. The Banquet how-to is a great example of shooting with low iso in a low light environment. Take a look for yourself and find a brilliant image and the knowledge behind the shoot. Drew will talk about the behind the scenes activity that leads to the awesome shot and also the lighting, composition and the amazing depth and perspective he achieves with those tools. The Bridge of Doom how-to is another great example of how to create perfect depth and perspective in  your photograph.

This video will show you:

• on location lighting of a large area for great depth and perspective.
• Drew’s thoughts on camera angle and low iso setting.
• the benefits of scouting for the perfect location for your conceptual photography shoot.
• the importance of engaging/communicating with the model to get just the right expression.
• the importance of engaging yourself to get just the right shot.

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This video is 14 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images.

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In this video tutorial Drew Gardner talks about his commissioned recreation, The Queen’s Speech. This is tutorial 15 of 15 from the series, shooting a group portrait with a long focal length flattens the composition to give a lovely painterly feeling. The Queen’s Speech was done as part of a commissioned series and took lots of planning to bring together. Drew was able to pull it off and get an amazing realism in “the Queen’s” expression by engaging her to actually shout, the best way to convey action is to be active!

Run time: 4min 26sec, size: 239MB, part 15 of 15

Different focal lengths provide varied effects on your subject. See how a long focal length affected this particular photograph and compare it with another example of a complex shoot that required some real action from its models and another perfect historical reenactment,  the Nelson’s Fall how-to.

In this video tutorial you will learn:

• how to effectively shoot a complex photo shoot.
• the effect of using a long focal length for your portrait.
• location lighting of a large area for great depth and perspective.
• the importance of engaging/communicating with the model to get just the right expression.
• the importance of engaging yourself to get just the right shot.
• the benefits of a personal photography project.

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This video is 15 in a series of 15 video tutorials hosted by Drew Gardner. Each tutorial focuses on a specific conceptual photograph and the process of making that photo. Drew shares his techniques, tips and tricks he has learned throughout his career to help you achieve your own amazing images.

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