I am delighted to post my Cover photo shoot with Daniel Brühl for L’Officiel Hommes Austria. With 25 years of experience in photography, I had a chance of working with so many topics and subjects, professional models, Amateur people to high professional talents.

Every project bringing own challenges, but my photo shoot with Daniel Brühl was so special for me. Daniel Brühl, known for his great performances in films like Rush, Inglourious Basterds, Good Bye Lenin!, Becoming karl Lagerfeld and the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Zemo, brings an intensity and depth to his roles that captivates audiences.

For me, this project was more than a photo shoot, it was an exploration into the art of capturing presence and personality. In this post, I want to thank all the team members and magazine editor and share the story and behind-the-scenes of this photo shoot.

Cover photo shoot with Daniel Brühl Fashion credits:

Full Look: Zehna @zegna
Watch: Montblanc @montblanc
Brooch: Oliver Heemeyer @oliverheemeyer
Ring: Oliver Heemeyer @oliverheemeyer

Cover photo shoot with Daniel Brühl Team credits:

Talent: Daniel Brühl #thedanielbruhl
Photographer: Ed Mehravaran @edmehravaran
Producer: Sara Douedari @sara.douedari
Fashion Editor: Mike York @themikeyork
Makeup & Hair: Mischka Hart – Basics Berlin
Photography Assistant: Ogeday Dikmen @xogeday
Fashion Assistant: Melanie Mühlbauer
Interview: Sara Douedari @sara.douedari
Location: The Ritz-Carlton Berlin, The Curtain Club @ritzcarltonberlin

Special Thanks to:

@th.orstenhans
@thisisbta
@carolina.dachs
@goran.jurenec
@delightrent

1. Concept and vision: Creating a unique cover

For many years, I was planning to do a photoshoot with Daniel Brühl, but I didn’t know how I reach out to such a busy celebrity and convince him to stand in front of my camera. one time when I was talking with a fashion stylist friend and telling her about my Idea, she said me Daniel Brühl played a role in a series called Becoming Karl Lagerfeld.

This conversation motivated me to make a concept and offer it to magazine editors. After making my mood board, I sent it to many magazines, and finally L’Officiel Hommes Austria accepted my concept. After so many organizations, I created this photo series with International German celebrity, Daniel Brühl.

2. Location and Lighting: Creating perfect light that fits Daniel’s Character and my concept

One of the most important factors in photography and image-making is lighting. Soft or dramatic light, the angel of the light, all together having personality for the subject. Our location was The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin, I decided to be minimalist with the background. When the background is not busy, all focus is on the face and personality of Daniel.

3. Giving trust and comfort in front of the camera: working with international celebrity

Shooting with international celebrities, making trust and communication is the key. However most of them have been standing in front of photo or video cameras for many years. But still, they need to get the mood and vibes of the shoot and communicate with the camera and photographer.

4. Photography: Shooting with international German Celebrity, Daniel Brühl

Photographing with celebrities has its difficulties and tricks because of the time. Most celebrities have less time and as a photographer, I needed to be as quick as I could. Because of this, I asked my Professional model friend GORAN JURENEC to help me. Goran Helpd me as a test model, I did my lighting test with him. In this case, I was ready and needed to focus on getting the best picture from Daniel Brühl.

5. Post-production: Photo selection and retouching

After the photo shooting, me magazine editor did the photo selection and sent them to artist management for confirmation. I did post-production and retouching myself, I had to finish all the retouching in 1 day. I was sitting in front of the computer and editing for 14 Hours.

6. The result: Cover tells the story

The November cover of L’Officiel Hommes Austria is more than just an image. The final photo of Daniel Brühl is not just a testament to his career but to the art of portraiture. With 25 years of experience in photography, I am so proud to be part of this amazing project.

Are you looking to work with a Professional photographer who has the experience and knowledge to capture your true essence? My name is Ed Mehravaran, you can view my portfolio at www.edmehravaran.com. If you are looking for a high-quality editorial photo shoot? Do you need personal portraits, or something creative? I am here to turn your vision into a lasting image. Contact