Rainy Portraits in the Studio: Take and Make Great Photography with Gavin Hoey

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Making fake rain inside a studio is a great way to create an image that's very different to most studio portraits but still keeps you in total control. In this video Gavin Hoey walks you through his rain covered window set up. He's got some amazing tips and tricks that can bring the outside inside and rounds things off with a neat Photoshop trick to complete the effect.
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[@hindssites]

Gavin. Your creativity operating out of such a small studio never ceases to amaze me. I hope one day you have a huge studio with a sign out front that says,' The Gavin Hoey School of Photography: Learn out to be amazing with every shot you take." In the mean time I do hope Adorama is paying you generously.

[@karunakaran3600]

Gavin Hoey.....the man of difference....love his creativity work flow.

[@airbornedatasolutionsllc2386]

Gavin Hoey....you sir, are a national asset in the photography world. Thanks, from Dallas.

[@garfield4108]

Just excellent. Since I got involved in photography 13 yrs ago Gavin is the best I've seen and taught me the most

[@samking1930]

Gavin Hoey, you make it so simple all the time...awesome!

[@leerichards1865]

Thank you Gavin. I had a sheet like this and have shot through it before but i never thought of trying this out, so i did this on my 2 shoots last week and the bonus touch of adding the reflections, wow. Thank you so much for sharing this technique.

[@clarkconway8796]

Who knew rainy days could be so much fun! Thanks Gavin

[@klausalbrecht2110]

Dear Gavin, my Wife and me are a big fans of your videos, and I must admit I have stolen this idea. It works wonderful to put the camera on a tripod and do the focus before you water the "window". F8 was doing fine. Thanks a lot and continue your great work! Brgds. Klaus

[@KingdomArmor]

I like the format of your recent videos where you show the photo shoot and Photoshop techniques. Thank you for your service to this community.

[@hesamjafari9738]

simple and quick technique to create such an amazing photograph

[@itaylorm]

The tip for adding the reflection is awesome.

[@Mjahrin]

With this trick I've become a go to photographer in my hometown.

[@PropNut]

Such a powerful Image Statement. The best part is it's simple, but with great visual reward. Thanks for sharing your technique!

[@Blue172]

Well Gavin, you've done it again, Thanks

[@RodAllsopp]

I can't think of anything other than "awesome" to say about this.

[@dbinkc]

It's always fun and educational watching your photography videos from across the pond!

[@titigrominet1097]

Gavin, you are the best ! Thanks for your always crystal clear tutos.

[@norsmart75]

Very instructive tutorial !! Many thanks Gavin Hoey

[@dgjm2864]

I must say Mr Hoey, you are incredible!! I am so impressed with your work, it just makes me look so forward to being this creative. AWESOME!!

[@isabelladavis1363]

love all the can be accomplished with so little fuss...so beautifully done Gavin...

[@bizbizkaren]

The more I watch these videos the less photography becomes a hobby and the more it becomes a passion of mine.....

[@groominator-magneticequato7195]

You’ve so many grand ideas (rainy window, circus tent etc) available to those of us with tiny studios. Thanks!

[@photoSIMPA]

Astuces totalement favorables pour la création de magnifiques portraits... Merci Gavin

[@Oh_snap_jane]

As alway you explained this process perfectly

[@bartek4510]

Gavin, you are the best! Thank you for posting this amazing video tutorial! Priceless!

[@hardwiredreviews7188]

Gavin, You are a huge inspiration! I love all of your "themed" shoots, my favorite being "Red Riding Hood". Your talent is something to aspire to.

[@Myoldaccount-mu7of]

One of the things I love about your style is that you use photoshop in such a subtle way. Great job.

[@ceescastricum4778]

I'ts so easy en simply explained, that You will be more enthusiastic every time I see a spot from this great photographer. Thank you so much. Cees Netherlands

[@ElectroMac74]

nice guy, and highly gifted, i like how he treat models

[@jerrymartinignacio6960]

tnxs a loy sir. how can i download your some action in PS? GODBLESS

[@OffshoreClippingPath]

Fantastic idea rainy portraits in the studio.

[@cisereo]

Fantastic! I am a first timer, but I am really loving what Gavin does. Awesome.

[@jl644]

GAVIN HOEY!... keep it comin'.. been following you since your early journey and gave me inspiration. When you used to shoot landscape a lot.

[@zemxadmin]

Thank you Gavin for another inspiring video!!

[@stephboeker7835]

I love Gavin Hoey !

[@cfc1524]

Another excellent job, Gavin. Cheers.

[@Bella-pd1tm]

Gavin Hoey is a legend! Such great videos!

[@pianoman6639]

This is brilliant and the style of Gavin makes this image possible for many .. thanks as always Gavin

[@tyfabz]

This is just creativity on whole different level. Gavin, you're such an inspiration. Great, great work!

[@thegusmen15]

you and your little home studio! love it Gavin, just love it!

[@sweetvuvuzela4634]

Wow another educational video from gavin 👍🏼

[@rayman5704]

Amazing result. Thanks for the video

[@kennshane3867]

i love this guy.. he is great!

[@FollowYourDreamss]

I am not photography or professional but like your tips and your way, keep your good work up man!!!

[@khrisnareaction1019]

Gavin Hoey, He Is So Great

[@paulbell9957]

You're always fun to watch Gavin. Another terrific video.

[@denniskeena5936]

Thanks Gavin one of your best videos. I can`t wait to try it out.

[@kamuzipro]

Awesome job, simple and creative.

[@mdphotoworks2010]

Excellent idea, well explained. Can't wait to give it a try in my studio. Thanks Gavin!

[@braadonja]

Gavin, you are the best!

[@atalipsos9799]

The best Gobo photography contribution ever .... Thanks!

[@Jay_Bacal]

Every time I watch one of your videos I want to try the same shot. Very inspiring!

[@juliocpanivino]

Gavin you make great pictures in small studios with your creativity, I always follow every video from your channel and they have helped me to grow as photographer

[@cafeclavosypalos3918]

Thank you a lot for all this series of vídeos. I'm learning to much!!!. this kind of information is not easy to find with a good teacher thanks Hoey!. And Thank you all again!!!

[@thierrygillard6896]

Very beautiful work and model.

[@basharGtraboulsi]

very creative thank you Gavin for sharing

[@kyokochakshuvej9640]

Gavin truly is a fantastic talent photographer, I really love his work, 素晴らしい!

[@Biscoid]

Fantastically simple, but so effective!

[@radherao2962]

You have made me a Fan Gavin sir ....

[@williej.allenjr.510]

I just started watching your videos and you give tons of simple ideas to make a portrait more dynamic. Thanks for sharing and keep 'em coming.

[@MrPendletj]

I tried this shot today and I was very happy.

[@MichelleLevasseur]

Oh I'm in my happy place - came online and here is another bit of fun and education with Gavin!

[@richardwintle1020]

Beautiful results. Thanks again - simple but so effective.

[@markfrank0924]

This was excellent, I learned a lot and aways do from Gavin.

[@franzagung2554]

lovely rainy trick....i love it

[@MattLeader]

Really appreciate your work Gavin. I've learnt such a lot over the past few weeks since I've been watching your videos.

[@chi74v]

This is a great set up Gavin. Makes an awesome idea super easy! Keep the tutorials coming.

[@photoguyphotography]

You are fantastic Gavin! This was great! I could watch your tutorials all day long!

[@ericb2775]

Well ! One more time you've done it with passion and love ! Thank you for being so nice, so good and sharing all this knowledge with us. I appreciate

[@gregurquhart1458]

Gavin your presentations r thoroughly enjoyable to watch

[@bambino3162]

Great teacher. Love watching you. Always entertaning. Thanks

[@stefanborupable]

Gorgeous and so simple

[@lalitdewangan2870]

i have seen many of your videos, & definitely your tutorials are very simple , affordable and the same time very effective & high quality output... really loved your work... thankyou so much gavin..

[@kongmw]

Really cool trick. Thanks for sharing!

[@christyabe2903]

I bet Beth loves working with you! You do the coolest, most creative shoots. I bet you love working with Beth as well as she is lovely.

[@alsteiner7602]

Love your work bro. My home studio ceiling is only 7 foot so I am still figuring that out...

[@santoshcreative]

You're simply brilliant !!!

[@changingnames83]

You're a clever bugger, Gavin. As always, a fantastic tutorial, I learned a lot. Thanks

[@Yinas]

man i love this guy! idk how many of these videos i watched now one after the other :D thanks to adorama and Gavin!

[@denvan3143]

Great video; a photo for a rainy day.

[@blueridgepics]

Awesome idea and pictures. Wow!!!

[@irabrucelevine]

Great work, Gavin; another wonderful, inspiring video. Watching this video actually brought a tear to my eye. You model did a great job as well. Thanks.

[@stephenhunt7655]

Very nice video, thanks for sharing this technique.

[@KonoBoyFilms]

Beautiful work! I really enjoy and learn a ton from your videos, Gavin. Thanks for sharing and teaching.

[@fatomas5346]

Ohhhh my god Gavin u r god giftid from this pation I love ur work n Thx u teach me I am crazy about rain

[@MilesThorne]

brilliant Gavin, thanks very much!

[@adrianw.1638]

thanks! I tried this before, but adding a second photo as reflection makes it work a lot better!

[@Reeder6Wisconsin]

So glad to see some new videos in the Take and Make series! This was a REALLY nice one! Thanks.

[@jamesr6497]

Well done Garvin; thoughtfully executed and a wonderful result. I appreciate how well explained these videos are taking us slowly through the process with camera settings. I just loath how other instructors get in to a big hurry... and then so much is missed; such a shame. I really enjoy your models who are always talented, patient and quite lovely. I can tell you have a good relationship with your models just by seeing how much they enjoy the sessions, making it a total win for all.

[@roytarbox7733]

Another great video Gavin . Thank you

[@MikeJamesMedia]

Nice work as always, Gavin. Amazing how a few small details increase the realism. (the heart drawn in the frost, some "indoor" items like the books, etc.) Nice! The indoor shots are gorgeous.

[@jackiewood8969]

Another fab tutorial, I learn so much from these just need to put into practice!

[@aboudshalhoub3299]

brilliant Gavin, really thanks for all your tutorials

[@surfskip863]

We tried this and had some great results but struggled trying not get my own reflection in many of the shots. Great work Gavin keep the videos coming, making learning so much fun and inspiring.

[@gohumberto]

Another great video Gavin. Adding the fake reflection was inspired. I didn't even spot it at first but it really made a difference.

[@barryarmstrong9869]

Brilliant as always super presentation and easy to follow . I will continue to watch well done for all the help and insperation to give.

[@davekelly8168]

Excellent video, must try this..

[@آنسةفيونگآ]

Really beautiful result from simple tricks!!

[@joalva63]

Thanks gavin; I have to try this.

[@robertskoye3179]

So much great content here, Gavin, with both the image making with props as well as the post-processing methods - thank you!

[@blendedlightphotography7178]

Love watching your videos Gavin. The creativity is inspiring (I just finished this shot with my daughter) and the PS explanations are simple and awesome! Next up the bubble image!