The Director's LightA photographic film by Damien Lovegrove

A complete chapter from the film

Watch me shoot a portrait from start to finish

One of the 32 shoots from The Director's Light, uncut. See how I read the room, shape the light and direct the model, from the first decision to the finished photograph.

Sample chapterVideo and cover shot coming soon
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Chapter 12: Morgana solo ballet

The page for this setup from the Lighting Field Guide
The page for this setup from the 35-page Lighting Field Guide, included with the film

That's one chapter. There are 32.

The full film follows the same approach through 32 portrait shoots in Italy's forgotten palaces, with continuous light, a trained eye and simple equipment.

  • The film: 32 portrait shoots, 95 minutes, to stream or download
  • The Lighting Field Guide: a 35-page PDF with every setup on a single page
  • The gallery: photographs from the shoots to study and revisit
  • The live session: a follow-up Zoom with me, to ask your questions
  • Lifetime access and my 30-day money back guarantee

The Director's Light

32 portrait shoots · Complete film · Lighting Field Guide · Photographic gallery · Live Zoom follow-up

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Just watched it and remain convinced you are one of the few masters in this craft. Makes me want to pack my bags and visit Italy!
Mike Duffy
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