We are so excited to announce a 2-day workshop by Drew Gardner in Belgium on 4 and 5 September. Drew is a world famous commercial photograper AND he’s one of the most inspiring teachers we’ve ever seen in action. We expect this workshop to fill up really fast, so if you are interested, you better book your spot right away.

ABOUT DREW GARDNER

Drew Gardner is an award-winning photographers based in the UK with nearly 30 years of experience. After many years as a photojournalist, he now shoots primarily for editorial and corporate advertising accounts, specializing in people and locations.

Drew has traveled worldwide photographing people as divers as the Bushmen of the Kalahari to the street children of Romania. He has also traveled extensively across Europe ad America photographing the zaniest Guinness World Record holders.

During 2009 he released a DVD that takes viewers to the sets of his “Forest” shoot to reveal his innovative lighting techniques. Drew’s web site is www.drew.it and his blog is www.thedarkart.com.

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP

Learn about PLANNING:
Creating photographs that stop viewers in their tracks in today’s visually saturated world is an exciting and complex endeavor. In this workshop, Drew Gardner guides students through the steps, from initial concept and pre-production, to shooting, through post-production. This will help you get the best results in any situation.

Learn about TECHNIQUES:
No matter whom you’re working with, no matter what the budget, Drew shares his approach and techniques that produce the most exciting and effective photographs. Technical discussions and exercises address concrete steps including brainstorming image ideas, creating a set, simple and complex lighting schemes, directing models, shooting, and refining the final image in post-production. Drew focuses on field craft, especially how to successfully light on location, and how to think on your feen to find creative solutions to unexpected challenges on set.

Learn about MANAGING PEOPLE
Throughout the course, Drew leads conversations about the interpersonal skills that are crucial in winning people over to gain their buy-in to yor photographic vision. Whether with clients, models, assistants or the myriad other people involved in producing a shoot.

BOOKING INFO:
The workshop will take place during two full days on 4 and 5 September and is limited to 15-20 participants. Bert Stephani will be present to assist Drew during practical exercises. The price for this workshop is 560 EUR (incl. VAT) and includes drinks and lunch during both days. As this is a unique learning opportunity, we expect this workshop to fill up very fast, so without hesitation, book by clicking HERE.