A film about celebrated photographer, Damien Lovegrove (1 hour, 4k)

[@jellederaedt9628]

Watching Damien is like watching the Mr Miyagi of Photography... It's a master! Not only in Photography, but even as a person in this earth realm.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you for your kind words. 🙏

[@jclcreativephotovideo]

You changed my photographic life when I watched your speedlight video. The way you do so much with so little gear is inspirational.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you for those kind words. Stay inspired :)

[@CanaldelAlfred]

Congrats Damien! A honest lovely person and a great photographer. I love his Illumination videos.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you :)

[@MatthewOrtizTexas]

What a GREAT film! So insightful! Thank you for sharing!!!

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you :)

[@StevenGrant_Photographer]

Damien has been my inspiration and the reason i started to love photography. i own the same kit and hope one day to be a measure of the man.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you :)

[@kurtisca]

I would argue Damien is one of the top photographers in the world - What a great joy to watch a documentary focused on him.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you KCA

[@davidellinsworth22]

Well.... how did I miss this video?!?!?!? Fascinating!! Love all your videos, and your work in general Damien. I need a speedlite!!

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you David for your kindness. Get that Speedlite and have fun :)

[@davidellinsworth22]

@@LovegroveTraining I shall, as soon as the funds are free

[@darrenweston8085]

Damien you are an amazing photographer and proof that expensive gear doesn't automatically award amazing images ... youre proof that the vision, passion and drive will award those things with good underlying know how ... I've watched most of your lighting tutorials and your mentoring style is bang on. As a new photographer it's refreshing to hear that you too have some apprehension prior to a shoot... such a refreshing informative video without a profoto light or soft box in sight !!!! thank you

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you Darren for those heart warming kind words. Kindest regards, Damien.

[@qenbered5762]

I love your honesty and how down to earth you are Damien. You are so easy to connect with, it doesn't feel like a video it is an honest and open conversation that you have with us, your audience! I love what you put out here on KZbin! Thank you! Much love!

[@LovegroveTraining]

Hi Qenbere, Thank you ever so much for those kind words. Kindest regards, Damien

[@sreedaspillai2550]

We are blessed to see this from a great legend. Please keep giving us the surprises. Lots of love and prayers.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you :)

[@roynewport5397]

The very best,i admire his professionalism ,awesome videos.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you :)

[@acraftman2823]

Started in 1984 and when he is behind the camera he has the enthusiasm of someone holding a camera for the first time, really enjoyed this as you are someone I reference when I am trying to explain a look I would like to achieve, long ways to go lol.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Hi Acraftman, Thank you for the compliments. Best regards, Damien.

[@zentai5076]

Lovegrove is my #1 inspiration for photos...I feel energized each time I watch him. It's heavy to hear him express doubt...this mountain on the photography landscape has doubts like the rest of us shrubs...whoa

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you Zen. Your praise means a lot to me. We all have weakness but we can overcome it for sure when we prepare well. Stay inspired. Best regards, Damien.

[@black-and-light]

My favorite Photographer from the beginning! Maybe it will work out that one day I can afford a day of coaching with Damien! Master of Light, Master of Photography! Thank you, Damien.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Wow thank you Tom. Praise indeed :)

[@tonygorham]

Geez Damien how humbled I am to see you speak so openly. I have a few of your courses and if only I still lived in the UK I would attend your workshops. I love your work, you inspire me. Keep the good stuff coming

[@LovegroveTraining]

Cheers Tony. Thanks for your kindness. My workshops happen mainly out of the UK ;) Mostly all cancelled this year due to the Virus.

[@MrJueKa]

Thanks a lot for sharing this video. I always love your awesome work, Damien.

[@LovegroveTraining]

My pleasure Jürgen :)

[@rb30111978]

Simply amazing. Thank you for share your knowledge, your story and your fantastic passion.

[@LovegroveTraining]

My pleasure Riccardo. Im glad you enjoyed this movie. Kindest regards, Damien

[@jenningsford8066]

You make my day Damien! Been watching your videos and photos for years.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Wow, thank you Jennings. :)

[@ipadaccount5796]

I met Damien in Ireland, watched him work and later we had a chat over dinner. He changed how I view photography.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thanks for your comment and company. :)

[@coelho2825]

Following Mr. Damien since...forever. And loving it every day. Best of wishes!!

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you Rui. Best wishes to you too. :)

[@NH4Ukraine2]

Love this guy.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you 🙏

[@shutterspeed5457]

Damien you are an amazing, amazing photographer.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you Leonardo :)

[@senior_ranger]

How do you not love Damien??? Thank you!

[@LovegroveTraining]

Ahh thanks :)

[@chriskister176]

This is a very honest and interesting film of a great photographer which does a wonderful job and nevertheless stayed on the carpet. Thank you for your inspiring insight.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Many thanks Chris for the compliments/ opservations. :)

[@michael007ish]

This was everything. So inspiring! This is everything I love doing.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you for your kind words. I’ll keep on shooting for sure. We are just in mixed up times right now. “I’ll be back!”

[@outtathyme5679]

Such great insight

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you

[@qnetx]

Excellent interview. Very insightful and informative. I've always admired his work as an inspiration for me.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thanks QNetX :)

[@hamiltonsilvester0307]

Mestre do domínio da luz. Sensacional ! 👏🇧🇷

[@andrebezerraphoto3991]

You Work is really Amazing and have to say I love it!

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you very much André :)

[@RS-Amsterdam]

Very nice video. I am a true follower of you and your work for years. Gotta bunch of your tutorial video's and once in while I just watch them over cause they are very educational and relaxing at the same time. The easy way you take pictures and play with your models resembles a lot with the way Peter Coulson from Melbourne does his magic. And I am a true follower of him too (I am a huge fan of his B/W) Thanks for years of pleasure and beautiful pictures and I hope many years to come. Stay well my friend !!

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you for the lovely compliments RS :)

[@davesurf20]

Thanks for sharing this Damien, I am so inspired by your work and I feel I pick up something new each time I watch one of your videos. I plan to purchase your video collection very soon.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thanks Dave :)

[@odedzukerman9368]

Great video, great work!👍

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you! 👍 Oded :)

[@nickmatthews4939]

This is a lovely insight into what makes you tick. Keep up the good work on your photography. 👍🏼

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you Nick. I'll keep shooting if you keep watching :) Best regards, Damien.

[@toreaasland8085]

I really love your work. You seems to be a great person, and your work is so nice. Thanks for your videos!

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you for your lovely comments :)

[@NinjavomWolfstor]

Thank You :)

[@majidgh8682]

I wish best times, best days, best years for you ... So I can to see best photos from one of the best photographer. Tnx man for your art.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you Majid gh :)

[@ER1CL33]

Amazing

[@ARTEGO70]

Amazing! This is a photographer whom I understand as myself . I've learned a lot. And please tell me how to darken the background on a photo in the studio ? As far as I understand, this is done by the exposure difference, where the contour takes the brightness on itself?

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you 🙏 To darken a background in a studio move your subject further away from the background to ensure that no light lands on the background.

[@ARTEGO70]

I like your world ! Thank you.@@LovegroveTraining

[@sreedaspillai2550]

You are an inspiration. regards.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you Sreedas :)

[@andrealfred5217]

Powerful , knowledgeable and Humble photographer....thank you so much for sharing your insight and passion....i noticed when you were checking your camera (4:07) the rear screen seem thicker than usual, what do have attached to your rear screen

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you Andre. The screen had a screen protector about 0.5mm thick but nothing else. It's just a standard Fujifilm GFX50s camera.

[@Xiaoyi_Wang]

毫无疑问，一位使用闪光灯的摄影大师。一切尽在掌握！干的漂亮!

[@MsKendricks1]

Love your work!

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you Janice :)

[@MsKendricks1]

Why don't you do a master class online?

[@LovegroveTraining]

Hi Janice, I did webinars during lockdown and I love travel and teaching. I'll be making more videos for sure but I put myknowledge and experience into this book: lovegroveportraits.com/ and there are only so many media outlets I can handle :)) Best regards, Damien

[@MsKendricks1]

I'll take a look. I live in particular the Hollywood glamour shots you did with the frenal continuous lights.

[@LovegroveTraining]

You will love this Hollywood Glamour tutorial film that I made: lovegroveadventures.com/hollywood-portraits-remastered/ :)

[@marcusmurray5440]

Lovely video to watch. Really appreciate it, thank you. I have a question, do you use light meters?

[@LovegroveTraining]

Hi Marcus, I've not used a light meter, either in the camera or handheld, since 2001 when I went digital. I use the camera screen as my guide to exposure. If the picture looks too dark I make it brighter by increasing the exposure and if it looks too light I decrease exposure. That way I have full artistic control of how the photograph looks. I don't use the histogram either..

[@thomasszudobaj4413]

Love it what you do. Hello from Germany

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you Thomas. Hello from the UK :)

[@johnleighdesigns]

marvellous stuff - ive not been able find the light stands as tall as those you using - is it a brand you can shout out in case they not too expensive to pick up a couple as ive had issues with light stand legs not spreading wide enough or stand high enough

[@LovegroveTraining]

Hi John. Those are Lastolite ‘Jupiter’ stands. Lightweight, tall and super value for money.

[@secretstudio7974]

@@LovegroveTraining awesome appreciate you taking time to feedback I'll check them out!

[@Adam_Birch]

Fascinating insights. Frank and informative. Great video as always. If you need any building or carpentry work done in Bristol, I’ll trade you for some coaching !👌🏼

[@LovegroveTraining]

Hi Adam, Thank you, and thanks for the trade offer :) I'll bear it in mind. Best regards, Damien.

[@pascalsabatrie7636]

Hello, Obviously the photo is a decor, a body, a photographer, and intelligence wherever possible- Pascal SAB

[@franswernerlimahelu6254]

Warm regards from Indonesia.......

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you Frans :)

[@mikiya6613]

gracias por compartir sus imágenes y el detalle o reseña sobre ellas, yo la verdad soy malo para el dibujo, por eso la fotografía me entusiasma mas, saludos y cuídese mucho !

[@LovegroveTraining]

Gracias por sus amables comentarios.

[@craigpenfold4653]

great. but how many bloody ads ??????????????????????????????

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you. KZbin has gone crazy on the adverts in recent months. Google is trying to compete with Facebook for world domination. That’s why my paid for content sells so well ;)

[@andrealfred5217]

what is that you were looking through (21:53)

[@LovegroveTraining]

The viewfinder of the GFX50s. It can tilt :)

[@andrealfred5217]

@@LovegroveTraining OOOooooohhhhh!!!!! Daaaa I didn't realize it was the GFX...Thank you!!!!

[@DavidLeicamFotografia]

Hello Lovergrove! What did you think of the new Canon EOS R5?

[@LovegroveTraining]

I've not seen a Canon camera since 2010. I've nothing against Canon, I've just not wanted to buy one.

[@madtical777]

heyyyy you were in NYC !?!? did you hold any workshops?? i would have loved to hang out with you and company in Brooklyn!!! was this filmed post covid??

[@LovegroveTraining]

Hi Mr body snatcher. This was shot in 2018. I'm aiming to run workshops in Brooklyn later this year but that relies on the Covid situation changing stateside and international flights opening up. I currently have an apartment booked in Brooklyn from 30th Oct to 4th Nov. Sign up for newsletters on lovegroveadventures.com to be kept up to date :) Cheers, Damien.

[@seanbrucemedia5695]

Enjoyed the video. Awesome eye and skill, but too many advertisement distractions. Like ad overkill on this one. Continued success to you sir.

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thank you Sean Bruce Media for your compliments. I've not worked out how to reduce the adverts on KZbin. Even if I switch off monetisation KZbin fills my productions with ads and keeps the money. It is worth noting that every video that I post here is also available advert free on my blog: www.prophotonut.com/

[@seanbrucemedia5695]

@@LovegroveTraining Good deal. I click off for a bit when I got 3 ads within a few minutes of each other fairly early in the video. Came back a bit later in the evening to try again an it was a more 'tame' experience. Glad that I did come back to finish it as I enjoyed it immensely. Particularly your ability to produce gorgeous very polished looking photos as Jpegs straight out of camera. That is a goal of mine as well, less dependency on post production. I'll be visiting your blog sir. :-)

[@EditingVideosAttractsKarma]

Great idea about buying props on eBay !

[@LovegroveTraining]

Thanks :)