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, 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.

Buy the complete Drew Gardner’s Behind The Photos Series One and save over 30%!

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.

Why not $5?