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Dance Photography
Creative dancer portraits in Manhattan and Brooklyn
A spectacular photo opportunity at every turn…
Dance portraits that stand out and an experience to remember forever!
I love capturing the magic of dance right here in NYC. My sessions are all about highlighting the beauty and artistry of dancers in some of the city’s most vibrant spots.
Whether we’re exploring the streets of Manhattan and Brooklyn or snapping shots in Central Park, each session is designed to bring out the best in every dancer.
You can add it as a part of your senior portrait session or book it as a standalone experience!
With years of experience and a deep appreciation for dance, I’m here to help you create stunning photos that showcase your moves and personality. Let’s hit the streets of NYC and make some amazing memories together!
Why do your dancer portraits with me in NYC:
Iconic Backdrops
Dance photography in NYC is a fantastic way to showcase your talent and passion for dance. The vibrant city backdrop highlights your skills and adds a professional touch to your portfolio.
Getting creative together.
NYC’s eclectic and artistic vibe encourages creativity and experimentation. You can try out different poses, styles, and concepts to create truly unique and captivating dance portraits and I’d love to work with you towards your vision.
Endless Locations in New York City
New York City has endless backdrops that work with any mood you’d like to achieve, for information about specific neighborhoods I like to photograph in please visit this page
Memorable Experience
My sessions are easy going and fun, see what clients have to say on the Reviews page.
Kind Words
“It was a joy and two hours that I will remember for the rest of my life.”
Roy did my daughter’s senior pictures this past March and we were immensely pleased. Our family is from Georgia and my daughter loves New York and really wanted her pictures taken there. Upon an internet search, I found Roy’s page and was immediately impressed of his photography. It was just the style we wanted and we knew we had made the perfect choice.
I booked several months in advance and was hoping the weather would be cooperative. Upon our arrival in New York, it was raining and was forecasted to have rain on our photo day. Roy was on top of the hourly weather forecast the day of our shoot and was very flexible of our time frame and even had to rearrange his schedule from our original time. As it turned out, we had a slight rain at the beginning of the shoot which, by the way, made for some beautiful umbrella shots, and shortly after that, we had perfect weather for the rest of our session.
Roy was wonderful and so professional to work with and we cannot encourage anyone more that if they are considering a photo session in New York, to seek out his services. He certainly has a talent for photography and was well worth the trip from south Georgia to get our daughter’s senior pictures taken. My daughter, who is also a dancer, had some photos of action dance poses taken, as well. They, too, were phenomenal! And, her dance teacher has also requested a photo of her to place in her studio. And, believe me, we’ve had plenty of dance photos and these are very well done in capturing that perfect dance shot!
So, book Roy at your earliest convenience! You will not be disappointed in his work and his prices are also the best you’ll find! My daughter has already requested for us to make another trip in the summer and book Roy for some summer shots!
The Culpepper family from Georgia
“Best Decision”
Using “Photography by Roy” is definitely the best decision I could have made for my grandson’s senior portraits! I contacted Roy months in advance for our appointment and was so pleased with his professionalism and his personal attention to detail.
He was so very polite and personable during the shoot and captured my grandson’s essence and personality perfectly. Don’t hesitate……Photography by Roy will not disappoint!!
Carol W. Duncan, OK
About Me
I have worked with teens visiting NYC since 2006, I’d love to show you around a bit while we capture some photographs that your family will enjoy for a very long time.
more Kind Words – Senior Clients
“We felt as if we had a tour guide, photographer and friend all on one
We came from a small town in TN to NYC for my son’s senior pictures/vacation. We were unfamiliar with the city of course and Roy was so professional and kind, assisting us with the transportation issues and being flexible with us with the anticipated rain. He was very personable.
We felt as if we had a tour guide, photographer and friend all on one! We loved his creativity and also asking our opinions as to capture what we wanted as well. He was very interactive with our 6 yr old, engaging him as much as possible in conversation and helping to include him in the special day.
The pictures were online quicker than anticipated. We couldn’t be happier with them all! Now the daunting tasks of choosing out of so many great ones, but as he said “that’s a good problem”! We wholeheartedly recommend Roy for your special occasion. He is a gem. I made sure to snap a picture of him photographing my son, so we will remember him connected to that special day.”
Melinda U.
“As soon as I met him, I felt extremely comfortable and relieved
The greatness that empowers Roy and his work are absolutely indescribable! I live in Ohio, right near Pittsburgh, and when my aunt and I saw Roy’s work online we just knew that we had to go to him for my Senior pictures. At first, I’m only being honest, I was super nervous and actually a little scared because my Aunt and I were meeting up with some guy in the middle of New York City, but as soon as I met him, I felt extremely comfortable and relieved. We got right into taking the photos and Roy made me feel natural and beautiful and that is something that I have never felt.
He spent so much time on my session and genuinely cared about how I felt and he wanted my intel on everything. The day of my session, on our way home from NYC, Roy had already sent me a few untouched sneak peaks and I cried, not because I was sad but because I looked at myself and felt beautiful for the first time in my life. He sent me my online photo’s shortly after my session and I was surprised at how quickly he got them to me, and they were perfect I might add.
Not only is he patient and non-judgmental but he is real, and just the ultimate photographer. If you are looking for someone to capture a part of you or someone that you love in a way that you have never seen, go to Roy.
I have never been so thankful and have never felt so sure with a decision in my life.”
PAIGE O.
“Patient and fun, and also very professional.
We recently visited New York from Louisiana to have my daughters senior pictures taken. We had to change dates at the last minute and he was very accommodating at making it work for us. Roy worked with my daughter for hours taking photos while capturing the many beautiful areas around New York. He took his time, was patient and fun, and also very professional.
Roy had our pictures ready and emailed to us within only a few days. They came out absolutely stunning. We are planning on returning in two years to have him take my sons senior pictures.
I am beyond satisfied and would highly recommend Roy.
Heidi
“The photos came out beyond our expectation.
Roy did our daughter’s senior photo shoots as well as family photo. We love New York City and we always want to have a photo shoot in the city. As soon as we met him, we felt comfortable right the way. He is very professional and easy going. He picks the best background. The photos came out beyond our expectation. We will definitely use him again.
Jessica T.
“This session was one of the highlights of our NYC Spring Break trip!
Roy is such a phenomenal photographer, and I’m so glad we decided to book my son’s senior photo session with him.
This session was one of the highlights of our NYC Spring Break trip! Roy is very kind, patient, and professional. He’s great at planning a shoot that compliments your son/daughter’s personality.
By the end of the shoot we felt as if we were chatting with an old friend.
If you’re considering traveling to NYC for a Senior session with Roy, I highly encourage you to do so. The experience and the photos are such precious memories!
Jackie S.
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If you’re looking for a photographer and you connect with my work, I would love to talk to you.