All About Photo Magazine (Rory Lewis: Recreating the 'Neophyte' by Gustave Doré) March 2019
Janellen Steininger Actors Headshots Los Angeles
Janellen Steininger is known for her work on Baten Kaitos: Origins (2006), Sleeper Cell (2005) and Girl at Mirror (2014). I’ve had the honour of photographing many of Janellen’s friends and fellow actors. It was only a matter of time before we had a session at the West Hollywood Studio.
Read MoreMark Leslie Ford Actors Headshots Los Angeles
Mark Leslie Ford is a British actor and producer, known for Velvet Buzzsaw (2019), Suburbicon (2017) and Mars Project (2016). Mark works between Los Angeles and the UK. Hearing about my work through Facebook. He Arranged a session at the West Hollywood Photography Studio.
Read MoreRecreating St. Thomas - Jusepe de Ribera
in Los Angeles, Works, Selah, Top Moment
In his depiction of the doubting apostle Saint Thomas, he holds the spear that he was martyred with near Madras. The portrait inspired a recent sitting for my Selah project, with Actor Tony Amendola. Tony boasts a noble profile, sitting for me several times over the past few years, he is one of my favourite subjects.
Read MoreRecreating Gustave Doré "The Neophyte”
in Works, Los Angeles, Selah, Top Moment
Gustave Doré (1832–1883), throughout my career has continued to inspire my work . I even wrote my dissertation on his illustrations of The Crusades. One of his most famous pieces “The Neophyte” shows a young man in a monastery with other monks who are much older and appear to be worn out or suffering. During my last working visit to Los Angeles, I had to chance to recreate the painting with six remarkable actors, Tony Amendola, Peter Van Norden, Leo Marks, Bo Foxworth, James Sutorius and Frank Weitzel.
Read MoreLarry Thomas Actors Headshots
Larry Thomas is a screenwriter and aspiring model/actor. Larry arranged a headshot session at the West Hollywood Studio. It was wonderful to work with Larry, he boasts a very Bohemian profile. Capturing his headshots was a breeze. Working through several looks, we created a diverse portfolio of shots.
Read MoreIvan Dubrovskiy Actors Headshots Los Angeles
Russian Actor Ivan Dubrovskiy arranged his Actors Headshots session at the West Hollywood Photography Studio in Los Angeles. Ivan is a very talented performer known for Teli and Toli (2016), Molodyozhka (2013) and Doroga domoy (2014).
Read MoreJon Paul Burkhart Actors Headshots Los Angeles
Jon Paul Burkhart is an actor and producer, known for Sick for Toys, Jersey Boy and American Horror Story. J.P found my work on facebook, and arranged a session at the West Hollywood Studio. A very talented actor, Jon has worked on a diverse range of projects from comedy to horror.
Read MoreZak Lee Guarnaccia, Los Angeles Actors Headshots
Zak Lee was born in Rome, Lazio, Italy. He is known for his work on Live by Night (2016) and Trafficked (2017). Zak arranged his Actors Headshots session at the West Hollywood Studio. Learning Italian for my Soldati della Repubblica project, I took the opportunity to direct Zak in his native language.
Read MoreNational Portrait Gallery Workshop (Power & Portraiture) 23rd-24th February 2019
I was delighted to teach a Portrait Masterclass at the National Portrait Gallery in London. The third time the gallery has invited me to work with them, and it is a real treat to use the Collection as inspiration. I had the pleasure of working with 12 delegates. No stranger to the gallery I’m always popping my head through the door, to gorge upon the feast of art and intrigue. Over the years seven of my portraits have been acquired by the Gallery.
Read MoreTess Harper Portrait Sitting
Tess Harper is an American actress. She was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress for her first film role in 1983's Tender Mercies, and for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for the 1986 film Crimes of the Heart. Her other film appearances include Flashpoint (1984), Ishtar (1987), Far North (1988), and No Country for Old Men (2007). She also had a recurring role on the first three seasons of Breaking Bad (2008–10).
Read MoreMajor Arden Portrait Sitting
Shortly retiring from active service, Major Arden commissioned a portrait sitting at the London studio. Serving in The Royal Welsh Regiment for over 14 years, the Major is changing career. The portrait will stand the test of time and serve as a record of his service.
Read MoreProfoto Interviews Portrait Photographer Rory Lewis 18th February 2019
Thank you to Profoto's Ailish Cook for interviewing me about my portraiture, recent projects and awards. I’ll be speaking for Profoto at the upcoming Photography Show in Birmingham from 16th - 19th March 2019. Read the full interview on Profoto’s Website, transcript also below.
Read MoreArmin Shimerman Portrait Sitting
During my trip to LA in October 2018, I contacted Armin to arrange a second portrait sitting. My first took place in 2015 and I was anxious to have another opportunity to create a series of theatrical portraits. Armin Shimerman is an actor, known for Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993), The Hitcher (1986) and Ratchet & Clank: A Crack in Time (2009).
Read MoreLee Ravitz Actors Headshots London
Lee Ravitz is an actor, known for Pulp (2013), Mort (2009) and Bloody Tales of the Tower (2012). In need of an update of his headshots, Lee arranged a session at the London studio. Seeking a more distinctive headshot, we worked through several changes and expressions.
Read MoreLyanka Gryu Actors Headshots
Lyanka Gryu was born in Moscow, Russia. Her experience in TV and cinema has been truly unique from the very start: she has been working as an actress since the age of 4 when she landed her first lead in the award-winning European film Odin.
Hearing about my photography via Facebook, Lyanka contacted me to arrange a headshot session at the West Hollywood Photography Studio. I was very excited to meet Lyanka, having been an admirer of her work for quite some time.
Read More(The Guardian Interview) Rory Lewis's best photograph: David Cameron looks back without regret.
Thank you to the Guardian’s Tim Jonze interviewing me for the Best Shot Column about my recent portrait sitting with former Prime Minister David Cameron. Link to the article, transcript also below.
Read MorePaul Eiding & Colleen Kelly-Eiding Actors Headshots Session Los Angeles
Paul Eiding and Colleen Kelly-Eiding, husband and wife, are both extraordinary actors. Who arranged their headshot session at the West Hollywood studio. Working through several looks I photographed both Paul and Colleen in back to back sessions.
Read MoreDesirée Mee Jung Actors Headshots Los Angeles
Desiree Mee Jung is a Korean actress based in Los Angeles. Looking to update her portfolio of headshots. Desiree arranged a session at the Studio City Photography Studio. Working through several looks I directed Desiree to assume different characters, expressions and emotions. Thus creating a varied portfolio of headshots. I wish her all the best with new castings and opportunities in 2019.
Read MoreDecember Military Portrait Commission
