Rory Lewis is permanently based in Los Angeles, where he works from his dedicated studio in Downtown LA. Throughout the year, he also hosts sessions at his satellite studios in London and New York. Please see the dates and locations below for Rory’s upcoming availability — and remember, Rory is in Los Angeles year-round for bookings at his DTLA studio.
Headshots & Portraits
It’s been a busy start to 2026 between the studios in Los Angeles and New York, but there’s nothing quite like the energy of the UK industry. I am pleased to announce that I will be returning to London for a very limited run of headshot and portrait sessions from 20th – 25th April.
While my work is held in the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery in London, my home and craft are firmly planted in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. This April and May, I am opening my DTLA studio for a select number of portrait commissions and professional workshops.
In a city defined by the temporary, we are focused on the permanent. Whether you are a leader defining an industry or an actor defining a character, your image should be a museum-grade legacy, not a fleeting trend.
Workshops
Beginner Portrait Photography Evening Course (4 Evenings)
Join internationally recognised portrait photographer Rory Lewis for a four-evening course designed to introduce photographers to the art of portrait photography.
Students will learn the foundations of portrait photography including lighting, composition, camera settings, and directing subjects. Across the four evenings, participants will observe demonstrations and photograph professional models during practical sessions.
Join award-winning photographer Rory Lewis for an immersive photography workshop at Samy’s Camera in Los Angeles. Known for his captivating portraits of royalty, celebrities, and prominent figures, Rory will guide you through the techniques and artistry behind creating striking headshots and portraits.
Join award-winning portrait photographer Rory Lewis for an intensive masterclass at his London studio. Over the course of two immersive days, you’ll photograph three professional models—including a well-known face or two—while mastering the craft of Portrait Lighting and portfolio-building setups.
Join internationally published portrait photographer Rory Lewis, on a one day workshop to master portraiture and bring your work to the next level.
Join internationally renowned portrait photographer Rory Lewis for an exclusive one-day masterclass in Amsterdam. This immersive workshop is designed to refine your portraiture skills, deepen your understanding of light, and give you hands-on experience working with professional models in a controlled studio environment.
Join award-winning portrait photographer Rory Lewis for an intensive two-day masterclass at his Downtown Los Angeles studio. Over the course of two immersive days, you’ll photograph eight professional models—including a well-known face or two—while mastering the craft of Portrait Lighting and portfolio-building setups.
Rory Lewis is back in London for a limited time next week, offering a select number of headshot and portrait sessions.
With over two decades of experience photographing actors, creatives, and public figures, Rory’s signature cinematic style—rooted in classical portraiture—continues to deliver striking, career-defining imagery.