As the anticipation builds for the 75th Emmy Awards on January 15, 2024, we find ourselves reflecting on the outstanding talents that have graced our screens. Behind the scenes, Rory Lewis, a quintessential headshot photographer based in Los Angeles, has had the privilege of capturing the essence of some of the industry's most celebrated actors. Let's delve into the stories behind the lens and explore the captivating portraits of Emmy Award winners and how Lewis's headshots have played a crucial role in elevating these actors to stardom.
In the latest issue of Good Light Magazine, the spotlight falls on renowned photographer Rory Lewis as he shares his journey photographing billionaire hedge fund manager Ray Dalio, co-chief investment officer at Bridgewater Associates. Lewis's captivating portrait of Dalio takes center stage in a feature that unravels the nuances of capturing the essence of industry icons.
Alexandra in need of an update, arranged a Model Portfolio session at the Los Angeles Photography studio in Downtown. Alexandra already an established Model, wanted to update her Portfolio with a new Hairstyle.
Rory Lewis is very pleased to announce his Portrait of Bill Speakman VC has been Shortlisted The British Photography Awards. The BPA run an open, responsible competition aimed at celebrating photographic talent from all British and British-based photographers.
The next stage of the competition is for the public to vote for their favourite portrait from 20 shortlisted portraits, if you would like to support Rory’s entry please vote by clicking below.
Bill Speakman was born and brought up in Altrincham, Cheshire and educated at Wellington school. He was 24 years old and a private in the Black Watch (Royal Highland Regiment), British Army, attached to the 1st Battalion, King’s Own Scottish Borderers during the Korean War when the following deed took place at United Hill, for which he was awarded the VC.
Ciarán Hinds recently interviewed by The Irish Times, featured my portrait captured for my Selah Exhibition. Set to appear in new RTÉ drama, The Dry, the Ciarán actor talks about that night at the Oscars, and his lifetime of non-stop working.
Penelope Eaton arranged a headshot session at the Los Angeles Studio in the heart of the Downtown LA. Updating her portfolio of Actors Headshots. Working through several setups we achieved a series vivid and thought provoking Headshots.
Admiral Sir Ben Key, First Sea Lord, the highest ranking and most senior admiral to serve in the British Armed Forces. Commissioned to capture Sir Ben’s official portrait, we visited Naval Headquarters in Portsmouth, photographing the Admiral on Board his Flag ship HMS Victory.
Wide Open Walls contacted me a few weeks ago, inspired by my portrait of Actor LeVar Burton. Artist Matt Haines wanted to paint the portrait as a mural honouring four native Sacramentans.
It is very exciting to now be able to offer Military Portrait Sittings in New York and Los Angeles. Portraits are very important to military personal. To be captured in uniform looking ones best and in full finery, can fill one with pride for the service.
Fred Melamed is widely known for his acting on the big screen. Melamed's earliest roles were in film, including "Lovesick" (1983) with Dudley Moore, the Woody Allen comedic drama "Hannah and Her Sisters" (1986).
Paul Ben-Victor is an American actor. He is best known for playing Greek mobster Spiros "Vondas" Vondopoulos on the HBO drama series The Wire, Alan Gray in Entourage, and Ray in Body Parts. Paul arranged his headshot session at the Los Angeles studio in Glendale.
It is very exciting to now be able to offer Military Portrait Sittings in New York and Los Angeles. Hearing about my portraiture Major Harlow arranged a sitting at the New York studio in Manhattan.
Emil Køster arranged a headshot session at the New York Studio in the heart of the financial district. Updating his portfolio of Actors Headshots. Working through several setups we achieved a series vivid and thought provoking Headshots.
Nicholas Woodeson is an English film, television and theatre actor, and Drama Desk and Olivier award nominee. He reached a global audience as Julius Caesar's clever and loyal "body slave" Posca, in the BBC/HBO TV blockbuster, 'Rome'.