executive portraits
There is no neutral way to photograph Manhattan, and there is no neutral way to be photographed in it. The city imposes itself on every frame. For the 25–31 May 2026 New York headshot residency, Rory Lewis has chosen this consciously — the work will be made in Manhattan because Manhattan changes what a portrait means.
Read MoreMost headshots are produced. A Rory Lewis headshot is composed.
This distinction matters more than it first sounds. The bulk of professional headshot photography in New York and London is built around a production model — bright, even, frontal lighting, a plain backdrop, a repeatable formula. The work is competent and the turnaround is fast, but the image is rarely memorable. Run a hundred LinkedIn pages side by side and they begin to blur into each other.
Read MoreFor one week only, celebrity and royal portrait photographer Rory Lewis returns to New York with a limited series of private headshot sessions running from Sunday 25 May through Saturday 31 May 2026. Based in a Midtown Manhattan studio, this will be Rory's most concentrated New York residency to date — and with only a small number of sittings available across the seven days, places are expected to be claimed quickly.
Read MoreIn this case study, Rory Lewis, a premier Los Angeles portrait photographer, demonstrates his ability to capture the essence of high-profile figures like former Mayor Eric Garcetti. Drawing inspiration from the timeless techniques of Hans Holbein the Younger, Rory creates powerful, authentic portraits that resonate with audiences and elevate brand identity. Ideal for PR agencies, media, and large brands, Rory’s work blends historical artistry with modern photography to deliver compelling images that make a lasting impact.
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