Robert Picardo: From the Renaissance Lens to Starfleet Academy

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Robert Picardo: From the Renaissance Lens to Starfleet Academy

The transition from a "Blank Slate" to a 1,000-year-old mentor is no small feat, but for Robert Picardo, it’s just another day in the life of a photonic legend.

As a portrait photographer, I have had the distinct honor of capturing "Bob" over three separate sittings from Studio City to Glendale and Manhattan spanning a decade—2015, 2021, and now as he returns to our screens in the groundbreaking 2026 series, Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. Seeing him reprise his role as The Doctor (EMH) nearly 25 years after Voyager wrapped is not just a treat for Trekkies; it is a testament to the enduring presence of an actor who is as timeless as the classical art that inspires my work.

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Yadira Guevara-Prip: Portrait Sitting New York

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Yadira Guevara-Prip: Portrait Sitting New York

Looking back at this signature session with Star Trek: Discovery star Yadira Guevara-Prip. While this portrait was captured for the Selah Exhibition in Manhattan, Rory Lewis is returning to his Midtown Manhattan Studio for an exclusive residency from March 12th–14th, 2026. If you are looking for the same cinematic depth for your own New York Headshots, limited sessions are now available.

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Johnny Harris — A Portrait in London

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Johnny Harris — A Portrait in London

A multiple BAFTA-nominated performer, Johnny has shaped some of the most iconic British television and film of the past two decades. He is perhaps best known for his unforgettable portrayal of Mick in Shane Meadows’ BAFTA-winning cult series This Is England ‘86, a performance that earned him both BAFTA and Royal Television Society Award nominations. The final episode of the series was recently named “The Greatest TV Episode of All Time” by The Independent — a testament not only to the writing and direction, but to Johnny’s raw, magnetic presence on screen.

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Thank You — A Remarkable Portrait Masterclass

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I would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who attended my recent Portrait Photography Workshop. The energy, focus, and creative ambition in the room made it a truly exceptional two days.

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Capturing Andy Burnham — The King of the North

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Capturing Andy Burnham — The King of the North

Andy Burnham has long been regarded as one of the most compelling figures in British politics — a politician whose authority is rooted as much in conviction as in connection. Recently, Burnham was blocked from standing as a candidate in the Gorton and Denton parliamentary by-election after Labour’s ruling body declined to grant approval. As a directly elected mayor, he was required to seek permission from the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC), which cited the desire to “avoid an unnecessary mayoral election” and the associated cost to taxpayers.

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Capturing Presence: Collaborating with Cassian Bilton

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Capturing Presence: Collaborating with Cassian Bilton

There is a quiet intensity to Cassian Bilton that reveals itself not through overt performance, but through stillness. When we met at my London studio, the aim was not to create a character, but to allow something truer to surface—an unguarded moment where thought, restraint, and presence coexist.

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David Warner: My Portraits Featured in Tron: Ares

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David Warner: My Portraits Featured in Tron: Ares

It was a wonderful surprise to see my portraits of the late, great David Warner appear twice in the newly released Tron: Ares — once as a framed painting within a pivotal office scene, and again as part of an onscreen newscast montage. To witness Warner resurrected, recognised, and woven into the visual language of the film was deeply moving.

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Tony Blair — A Portrait of Power and Reflection

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Tony Blair — A Portrait of Power and Reflection

In this newly unveiled portrait of former Prime Minister Tony Blair, portrait photographer Rory Lewis explores not the image of power but its human cost. Years after their first sitting, Lewis captures Blair with a softened expression yet undiminished intellect—an introspective study of conviction, consequence, and time.

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Ben Miles — Portrait Sitting

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Ben Miles — Portrait Sitting

It was an absolute pleasure to photograph Ben Miles, whose remarkable career spans stage, film, and television. From his breakout role in the BBC comedy Coupling to his nuanced portrayal of Peter Townsend in The Crown and most recently as Tay Kolma in Andor, Ben has long stood as one of Britain’s most versatile actors.

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Patek Philippe: Fathers, Sons & Legacy – Portraits by Rory Lewis at the Mandarin Oriental Mayfair

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Patek Philippe: Fathers, Sons & Legacy – Portraits by Rory Lewis at the Mandarin Oriental Mayfair

This autumn, Patek Philippe commissioned acclaimed portrait photographer Rory Lewis to capture a series of portraits during an exclusive VIP event at the Mandarin Oriental London, Mayfair.

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Reece Shearsmith Portrait Sitting

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Reece Shearsmith Portrait Sitting

For years, I’ve held an ambition close to my creative heart: to photograph the extraordinary quartet behind The League of Gentlemen. Mark Gatiss, Steve Pemberton, Reece Shearsmith, and Jeremy Dyson forged a world of pitch-black humour, grotesque beauty, and unforgettable characters. As a teenager, their work opened a doorway to the kind of atmospheric, stylised storytelling that still influences my portraiture today.

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Congratulations to Stephen Graham on His Emmy Win

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Congratulations to Stephen Graham on His Emmy Win

What an incredible moment for one of Britain’s finest actors. Stephen Graham has been named Outstanding Lead Actorat the Emmy Awards for his unforgettable performance in Netflix’s Adolescence.

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Michael James Shaw – Character & Screen Test Portrait Session

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Michael James Shaw – Character & Screen Test Portrait Session

It was a pleasure to welcome actor Michael James Shaw (The Walking Dead, Avengers: Infinity War, Endgame) back to my studio for our second sitting together. Michael is one of those rare performers who can shift seamlessly between roles, and this session was the perfect opportunity to explore that range.

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Portraits in Power: Usha Vance for The Free Press

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Portraits in Power: Usha Vance for The Free Press

I was commissioned by The Free Press to photograph Usha Vance, the Second Lady of the United States. The session took place at her residence on Observatory Hill—a quiet morning where pale spring light slipped through bare branches and drifted softly across cream silk and wide-leg tailoring. The atmosphere carried both intimacy and a quiet sense of national importance.

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Capturing Executive Presence: Alex Wall, Head of US CLO Syndicate at BNP Paribas

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Capturing Executive Presence: Alex Wall, Head of US CLO Syndicate at BNP Paribas

In global finance, credibility is established long before the first conversation. Presence, composure, and clarity all play a role—and a portrait must quietly communicate all three. This was the guiding principle behind my recent executive portrait session with Alex Wall, Head of the US CLO Syndicate at BNP Paribas, photographed at my Midtown Manhattan studio.

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William Shatner Portrait Sitting

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William Shatner Portrait Sitting

William Shatner is a name that needs little introduction. To most of the world, he will forever be Captain James T. Kirk—bold, charismatic, impossible to ignore. Yet behind the legend is a man of immense curiosity, wit, and surprising passions, among them a deep devotion to horses. It is this quiet, personal side of Shatner that inspired our latest portrait together.

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ChronoVisions: A Portrait of Promise – Oleksandr Chepikov

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ChronoVisions: A Portrait of Promise – Oleksandr Chepikov

Capturing the essence of youth in a historical framework is a rare and delicate challenge. For my ongoing ChronoVisions project, I had the opportunity to photograph Oleksandr Chepikov, a talented young actor, at my studio in Los Angeles. This portrait became an exploration of timelessness through the lens of innocence and quiet determination.

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ChronoVisions: A Moment of Contemplation – Portrait of Barbara Ramos

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ChronoVisions: A Moment of Contemplation – Portrait of Barbara Ramos

One of the most rewarding aspects of my ChronoVisions project is the ability to explore the emotions and complexities of my subjects within a historical and artistic framework. Recently, I had the privilege of photographing Barbara Ramos, a striking and thoughtful subject whose presence brought a unique depth to this ongoing series.

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ChronoVisions: An Epochal Fusion – "The Civil Code"

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ChronoVisions: An Epochal Fusion – "The Civil Code"

As a photographer, I’ve always been fascinated by the intersection of history and storytelling. My latest portrait, titled "The Civil Code," is a continuation of my ChronoVisions series, a project inspired by the enigmatic Chronovisor and the allure of exploring different eras through art. This particular portrait takes its cues from the Napoleonic era, a time of revolutionary change and enduring influence.

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