About Caden
Discover the passion and expertise behind Caden Gardner’s stunning visuals, from championship sports captures to innovative drone artistry and striking business images of commercial and residential real estate, charter boats, and landscaping.”
Caden’s Story
Caden Gardner’s remarkable journey in photography and videography started when he was 11, turning into his SUPERPOWER that defines his senior year at McDonogh High School in Maryland.
Growing up in Maryland north of Baltimore, he honed his craft with an arsenal of cameras, lenses, gimbals and a multitude of Adobe and other photography and video editing programs, amassing a 2-terabyte portfolio that spans sports triumphs, drone artistry, commercial and residential real estate and business visuals.
His fearless initiative led to a full internship at age 13, pitching to a neighbor’s wedding videographer (without his parents’ knowledge), a testament to his self-driven spirit.
This summer, he earned his professional drone license, adding a new dimension to his aerial expertise, captivating clients with breathtaking perspectives.
On & Off The Mat
On the wrestling mat, Caden has distinguished himself with varsity letters each year and placing 8th at States. Through an unwavering dedication he earned the “Most Improved Wrestler” Award and was the only wrestler on the team to earn extra match points for all of his victories. His athletic roots in soccer and lacrosse evolved into wrestling prowess, while this year, he’s taken on managing varsity soccer media and capturing team photo shoots, including a standout media day for McDonogh’s boys and girls teams.
Growing Business &
University Aspirations
Beyond sports, Caden has secured business opportunities with commercial real estate, residential real estate, charter boats, and landscaping, all self-sourced, showcasing his entrepreneurial skills.
With a quick humor and an unrelenting passion that sees him traveling from event to event and editing for hours, Caden is exploring AI and marketing to acquire and elevate businesses, aiming to carve a legacy of innovation and leadership that will shape his future at a top university.
Summers and Winters
Beyond the lens, Caden Gardner thrives in the great outdoors, enjoying wakeboarding during summers at the pristine Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia, a family tradition that spans years. In winter, he conquers snow-covered slopes across the country as a skilled snowboarder, embracing challenging terrains with a fearless spirit. His passion for these pursuits shines through in his extraordinary drone video capturing Smith Mountain Lake’s breathtaking vistas, a testament to his aerial artistry and adventurous soul.
Beautiful SML!
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