1. -Photographed and Filmed Event
-Edited Photos and Footage
Hatch Fest 2011 & 2014
Spring 2014Constructed Flesh
-Photographed and edited Photo Series on theConstruction
of Nude Models into Objects of Destruction and Fear
-Awarded Best of Show
2014
spring 2014Heroes
-Directed and Edited Short Film on the Importance of Graphic
Novel Stories and Characters on their Readers
-Photographed and edited Photo Series on the Male and
Female Body with Animal Masks to create Abstractions of form
-Two Gallery showings: Altitude Gallery and The Foundry
Human 2013
Africa Media
-Worked in Mossel Bay, South Africa
-Photographed Wildlife: Lions, Cheetahs, Sharks Great
Whites and others
Spring 2013
Meet Me KatiKati
-Shot and Co-Directed short Documentary for Engineers
Without Borders in Kenya
-Film raised over $40,000 for future Well and Latrine Projects
2010-2011
-Integrity
-Responsible
-Time Management
-Leadership
-Collaboration
-Encouraging
-Independent
-Desire to Learn
-BA in Photography
-BA in Filmmaking
-SLRs
-DSLRs
-Medium Format
-Large Format
-Motion Cameras
-Darkroom Dev.
-Darkroom Printing
-Large Format Printers
-Adobe Software
-Final Cut Pro
-Design
-Web Design
-Speed Lights
-Strobes
-Hot Lights
-Diffusers
-Grip Work
-Script Writing
-Acting
-Directing
-Editing
-Cinematography
ZacheryGartner
Photographer
FilmMaker
Creator
ZacheryGartner
Photographer
FilmMaker
Creator
Portfolio at zgartnermedia.comPortfolio at zgartnermedia.com
www.zgartnermedia.com 406-861-4365
zach@zgartnermedia.com Los Angeles, CA

2. PO Box 659 Mossel Bay Western Cape 6500 South Africa
Date: 01/06/2013
Africa Media in Association with Oceans Hotel and Campus
Tel/Fax: +27 (0) 44 690 5799 Email: admin@oceans-campus.com Web: www.oceans- research.com
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
This is to certify that Zachery Gardner participated in an internship at Africa Media, from 1 of May to
1 of June 2013.
The internship is aimed at increasing interns’ practical skills in field based photography, studio
training, and hands on techniques in wildlife photography.
Zachery Gardner actively participated in the following activities:
• Marine and Wildlife photography
• DSLR and basic photography training
• Photoshop & Lightroom Training
• Training in taking tack sharp photos
• Stock Photography
• Photography Techniques eg. O, HDR, starr trails, painting with light, and burst mode training
• Training in business Planning & starting a photographic business
Zachery Gardner is a respectful, ethical and open minded person who works well with others. In
team related situations he was encouraging of others and was willing to step up and do his part for
the team. Zachery has good communication skills and showed high integrity in his work.
With Zachery’s continuous desire to learn and willingness to go the extra mile, I have no doubts that
he will make a success of his career, and I can recommend him for any job.
Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions.
Kind regards,
………………………………………………………..
Ryan L Johnson
Co-Founder of Africa Media

4. Hannah M Safford
ASMSU - Exit Gallery
Bozeman, MT 59717
February 12, 2014
Zachary Gartner
504 S. 22nd
Ave
Bozeman, MT 59718
Dear Zachary:
I was very pleased to have your exhibition “Human” display at our gallery here at
Montana State University this last month.
The Exit Gallery is always looking for unique and exciting shows that stretch our
audiences and their understanding of art. Your show exceeded our expectations in terms
of both content and the technical excellence of your work. Our staff said you were very
easy to work with, and the installation went very smoothly. I’m confident that your
photographs will be remembered fondly by those who visited the gallery during your
show.
Thanks again for participating in this semester’s shows at the Exit Gallery. We hope your
thesis presentation goes well. It was a pleasure working with you.
Sincerely,
Hannah M Safford
ASMSU Arts & Exhibits Director

5. As you walk into The Foundry, Bozeman Mt, you are met with a wall of colorful animal masks
and a mirror. The perimeter of the room is lined with 11x14 black and white nude portraits.
This is Human, by Zachery Gartner. Not only are the images well lit and visually interesting,
but the people within the photos are wearing the masks hung on the wall. Each model is
posed in an interesting composition within the piece, often reflecting the shape or action of the
animal being portrayed.
Because the face cannot be seen, you begin to communicate differently with each piece.
Instead of studying the face that belongs to the body, playing the comparison game, you
instead focus on the details and intricacies of each character. Skin tones. Shapes. Textures.
Movement. The rawness of the animal kingdom being expressed through the naked human
body in a very traditional manner: black and white photography. The masks do not create
comic relief, but instead mask the viewers discrepancies of what nudity stands for and allows
one to look beyond it, into the story the composition tells.
Human by Zachery Gartner is compelling and takes a different stance on the average nude
portrait, going beyond the cliche masked photograph. The show was captivating, evoking
conversation, and was very professional. I look forward to see what Zach will create next,
and where he will draw his inspiration from.
Tatum Johnson intrigue.ink@gmail.com