The absolute Governor out of all the presenters on Adorama gets on with the job, relay information perfect without drinking coffee every 5 mins. Gavin the Guvnor!!! Just a master class every time!!!!
Gavin, it is SO good to see you SO happy on this shoot session. I know it must become mondain in your small studio and to do projects outside and COMPLETELY new? Yes!!
Wonderful model and movement, wonderful Sam, wonderful light and what else? Wonderful Gavin as always! Thank you Gavin for posting your videos. I learnt and enjoy so much from them.
Gavin making it real by photographing a mermaid! Presumably travelled to the location on a unicorn or flew by dragon :) Awesome shoot and great results. Hats off to Sam for the challenge. Disappointed by the lack of smoke though!
Behind any superb photographer there is a great woman 😊. This video proves it. This time I give my two tumbs up to Sam 😁. But Gavin you’re still my favorite TH-cam photographer 📸
Wow....she is amazing. A real pro under the water. She know how to move, how to handle the fabrics, how not to make all the faces we make underwater and look natural.... Her work could seem easy but it is hard and was really well performed. I think I should replicate this work with barbies in my fish bowl. (something at my level) :-) Great video.
What a great shoot idea, Sam did a great job of setting it up. I think she was more excited then you Gavin. Great model and pictures. Looked like a super fun time. I think the best shots were when you had the lights in the small portal. Looked more natural. Another great video, thanks for sharing.
I'm forever a fan, Gavin, due to your great, positive attitude and down-to-Earth approach! (And Sam... (respectfully) You look wonderful.) I've never even thought about doing this sort of shoot, and it was fascinating to see how you worked through the lighting issues. The model knew what she was doing as well, which made it go smoothly. Excellent, Gavin!
That was really a fantastic shoot in this big tank, and it's a great effect with the small bubbles that gives a feeling of being in the real sea. Great work and good inspiration.
Gavin did it again..!! When he got the good shot in the first go, I can totally relate to that. Working in small space my self, I will put a lot of thought into ho the light is going to light the subject and you will pretty much nail the shot in the first go. But still a lot to learn thanks to experts like him for taking the time to actually tech people
The most incredible shoot I've ever seen. Your change of light distance made a huge difference. You really know how to change the shoot to get what you want/need for each shoot. Great work my friend, Harry P.S. I hope you still read these comments Gavin.
Oh Gavin, once again another master class :-) Oh, can have a word with Adorama about buying things from the UK, because the P&P (plus import duty) is a real turn off to buying these recommendations (isn't there a UK Adorama?).
Sam deserves a big "A" plus for finding and setting this up. Phenomenal job as always on your part with the photos and editing. This would be so cool to shoot with, wish I had something like that close to me.....well done by all !!
Amazing images! I feel you could make any difficult challenge look easy. I always learn so much from your videos, keep them coming. You are the MASTER!
Hi Gavin, that's a fantastic shoot and you pulled it off really well. Can you tell why the light from camera right was not showing up in most of the images, though I could see you had set up 2 lights.
Gavin, you could have front-lit, IF you put the light (or its modifier) directly against the perspex facing forward. The light's parabolic reflector or the modifier would stop any reflection from the perspex. Next time? Beautiful work and neat idea!
Hi Chris. That might have worked but it would have had to tight to the glass. The perspex was several inches thick so there would have been internal reflections from the second layer. But if I get to try this again I'll give it a go 😉
That's amazing!!! It's good you got a model who knows how to swim :) You are a master at problem solving. That definitely was a challenge. I was wondering about the water affecting the color temperature of the light. Did it? If it did how did you correct?
Thanks Patty. Swimming skills were less important then sinking skills! The model had to be under water with empty lungs otherwise she'd just float on the surface... That's a tough skill to master! No colour correction done, I just set my camera to day light and what you see is what I got 👍
This wasn’t the challenge, this was THE ULTIMATE CHALLENGE, with only few things under control of the photographer. Nicely done! Loved this challenge! And learnt a lot! 🙌🏼
Nobody packs more value into a ten-minute video than Gavin. Videos like this are why TH-cam may be the single greatest product of the Internet age.
The absolute Governor out of all the presenters on Adorama gets on with the job, relay information perfect without drinking coffee every 5 mins. Gavin the Guvnor!!! Just a master class every time!!!!
Bravo Sam! Bravo Gavin! You guys are the best team on the planet. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks Mark 😊
Thanks Mark :)
What a fantastic shoot. Your model and the costumes are just perfect. Well done Gavin and your team.
You're the Best ,Gavin!👌🏼📸
Gavin, it is SO good to see you SO happy on this shoot session. I know it must become mondain in your small studio and to do projects outside and COMPLETELY new? Yes!!
Amazing shoot...That model absolutely dedicated...and very good experience in this video....lot of thanks to Adorama Master Gavin Hoey.
Way to go, Sam. Your ideas are great.
The only thing wrong with your videos is that there aren't enough of them!! You da KING
What a fun shoot! Awesome as usual GH!
Weldone Gavin... you make everything easy. You are the best at this no doubt.
Wonderful model and movement, wonderful Sam, wonderful light and what else? Wonderful Gavin as always!
Thank you Gavin for posting your videos. I learnt and enjoy so much from them.
this is really something out of ordianry! I never saw you having so much fun! Greetings! Thanks for sharing this video!
The model's movement when she had the mermaid outfit on was so real, amazing! Gavin, you forgot the smoke machine 😁. Love this video!
It is totally amazing and so natural like you have been shooting a real mermaid!
Gavin making it real by photographing a mermaid! Presumably travelled to the location on a unicorn or flew by dragon :) Awesome shoot and great results. Hats off to Sam for the challenge. Disappointed by the lack of smoke though!
Behind any superb photographer there is a great woman 😊. This video proves it. This time I give my two tumbs up to Sam 😁. But Gavin you’re still my favorite TH-cam photographer 📸
Probably my favorite Gavin video so far. The model really did a great job here. I especially liked the photos with the first outfit and the fabric.
Definitely creative! Way to go, Sam.
Wow....she is amazing. A real pro under the water. She know how to move, how to handle the fabrics, how not to make all the faces we make underwater and look natural....
Her work could seem easy but it is hard and was really well performed.
I think I should replicate this work with barbies in my fish bowl. (something at my level) :-)
Great video.
Usually having a good model makes a big difference to portraits but in this case having a model who's trained in this work made ALL the difference!
@@GavinHoey Great work from you and great work from her. One could really see the profesionalism. Greetings from colombia.
What a great shoot idea, Sam did a great job of setting it up. I think she was more excited then you Gavin. Great model and pictures. Looked like a super fun time. I think the best shots were when you had the lights in the small portal. Looked more natural. Another great video, thanks for sharing.
Amazing photos from such a challenging setup. I loved both costumes but the mermaid swimming photo looked fantastic.
Fantastic shoot. I love when Sam sets these shoots up. Keep up the great work both of you.
Thanks Steve I love it when Sam sets them up for me too 😎
Wow! Is wonderfull! Great job!
Congrats. Thanks for sharing.
Absolutely. GORGEOUS.
Brilliant. Well done Sam for a super challenge which Gavin and the model responded to very well.
Thanks Alan. Yep, Sam is the powerhouse for these challenges (and many other things) 😉
This looked a lot of fun Gavin. As always your images looked beautiful. Terrific model, excellent setting. Fantastic 👍👍😊
I'm forever a fan, Gavin, due to your great, positive attitude and down-to-Earth approach! (And Sam... (respectfully) You look wonderful.) I've never even thought about doing this sort of shoot, and it was fascinating to see how you worked through the lighting issues. The model knew what she was doing as well, which made it go smoothly. Excellent, Gavin!
Thanks for the kind words Mike 😊
Wow that's awesome, I need to figur out if there is a place/tank like this in Denmark. Thanks for sharing.
Well done. You showed how to think on your feet and create.
What a wonderful surprise shoot, Sam is a keeper. I really liked your approach and such magical images, nicely done Gavin and crew.
Wow....! fabulous challenge, which I think you knocked right out of the park. Well done.
Very, very cool! Well done, Gavin, and Elle.
Awesome! What a unique studio setting and facility.
fantastic
The model intuitively did everything right! Such a cool and unique idea. As usual, you amaze us, Gavin!
Great idea with the tank, fantastic portraits, I love all movement and bubbles around
OMG Gavin that’s a crazy set up... love your work that’s so inspiring. Thanks !!! 👍🏻❤️
brilliant Shoot Gavin, the model did a fantastic job and as for Sam choosing this challenge, i look forward to the next one.
Sam comes up with the funnest ideas!
She’s absolutely gorgeous and her accent is just the icing on the cake!
That was really a fantastic shoot in this big tank, and it's a great effect with the small bubbles that gives a feeling of being in the real sea. Great work and good inspiration.
Gavin did it again..!! When he got the good shot in the first go, I can totally relate to that. Working in small space my self, I will put a lot of thought into ho the light is going to light the subject and you will pretty much nail the shot in the first go. But still a lot to learn thanks to experts like him for taking the time to actually tech people
Amazing creativity... as done always, great work.
I've got a jam jar and a positive outlook but I'm not sure that's going to cut it. Excellent video (as ever).
The most incredible shoot I've ever seen. Your change of light distance made a huge difference. You really know how to change the shoot to get what you want/need for each shoot. Great work my friend,
Harry
P.S. I hope you still read these comments Gavin.
Wow,this is so beautiful
very very cool. you nailed it
Brilliant!
Great job
amazing video I like the underwater tank
creative as always
Fantastic
Definitely one of your most enjoyable Secret Challenges, Gavin! Loved it!
Thanks Bruce
Oh Gavin, once again another master class :-) Oh, can have a word with Adorama about buying things from the UK, because the P&P (plus import duty) is a real turn off to buying these recommendations (isn't there a UK Adorama?).
That was super. Amazing results
Kudos to you, Gavin, and particularly Sam for such an entertaining shoot! Loved the concept and finished product. Well done!
Incredible model!!!
As always, the right model makes (or breaks) a shoot. This time Elle did an incredible job in many, many ways.
Breathtaking your model was amazing the set up wonderful.. Has the fears turning in my head
These images are so beautiful!!!! You did a great job Gavin :)
Great choice Sam, great photos Gavin!
Thanks Robbie 😊
Interesting video. I work very differently underwater with my models and clients.
That would be a sweet shoot for sure..Sam did great on this one for sure.
Thanks David 👍
Loved this shoot . Well done Gavin !
Sam deserves a big "A" plus for finding and setting this up. Phenomenal job as always on your part with the photos and editing. This would be so cool to shoot with, wish I had something like that close to me.....well done by all !!
Thanks Gavin, great as always.
How to prevent reflection from the glass? Great model
These are amazing photos!
Wow, great idea and amazing pictures you shot there together.
Amazing! I like it so much!!!
Amazing images! I feel you could make any difficult challenge look easy. I always learn so much from your videos, keep them coming. You are the MASTER!
Thanks Wendy
Hi Gavin, that's a fantastic shoot and you pulled it off really well. Can you tell why the light from camera right was not showing up in most of the images, though I could see you had set up 2 lights.
Another terrific insight and learning experience.
Gavin i love your videos
Cool!
One of my favorites of yours Gavin, big fan of your art.
Thanks Tim 👍
Incrível!!!
* Amazing!!!
Awesome as always Gavin! But no smoke machine in the water? 😊😋
Gavin, you could have front-lit, IF you put the light (or its modifier) directly against the perspex facing forward. The light's parabolic reflector or the modifier would stop any reflection from the perspex. Next time? Beautiful work and neat idea!
Hi Chris. That might have worked but it would have had to tight to the glass. The perspex was several inches thick so there would have been internal reflections from the second layer. But if I get to try this again I'll give it a go 😉
How cool is that setting!?
For me it was surprisingly cool 😉
super beauty shoots, i guess super expensive set , i love the result
Could you please elaborate on the construction of the tank?
Would tankspace have their own lights at the side or are we have to bring our own?
great shoot - we all need a 'Sam' - splendid job!
masatach re.........lay bhariiiiiiiiiii..........gavin......
That's amazing!!! It's good you got a model who knows how to swim :) You are a master at problem solving. That definitely was a challenge. I was wondering about the water affecting the color temperature of the light. Did it? If it did how did you correct?
Thanks Patty. Swimming skills were less important then sinking skills! The model had to be under water with empty lungs otherwise she'd just float on the surface... That's a tough skill to master! No colour correction done, I just set my camera to day light and what you see is what I got 👍
That was a whole lot easier than the last underwater shoot I did. :-) Great work!
As always, perfect
Tanks for that!
Genial 😃
Really beautiful! & kudos to the model bc this is super hard to do!
Thanks Scarlet. Yep, modelling underwater without weights requires control that most of would really struggle with.
Well done! Very cool :-)
It's been a great work ...
I'm following you on Instagram.
And I want to watch more and more videos from you.
This wasn’t the challenge, this was THE ULTIMATE CHALLENGE, with only few things under control of the photographer. Nicely done! Loved this challenge! And learnt a lot! 🙌🏼
Looks like you were up for the challenge, nicely done.
Hi Gavin, do you shoot in 4.3 or 3.2? Great work as always.
Good question Leon. My Olympus camera ALWAYS shoots 4:3 but I generally crop to 3:2 for horizontal images and weirdly 4:3 for upright shots.
Would've been good to have a couple of booms so you could light from above with couple of soft boxes and use the side windows for fill light.
Will be rebuilt tomorrow. :)
How much to rent for an hour?
I never knew I needed a large aquarium……… - before now! :-)