Rory Lewis · Central London
Returning 17–20 February 2026
London actors — this is a limited return window.
If you’re looking for headshots that work on both sides of the Atlantic, this is your opportunity to create imagery that translates seamlessly between UK casting and US industry standards.
Rory Lewis is an award-winning British portrait photographer internationally recognised for cinematic, emotionally resonant actors headshots. With over twenty years behind the camera, his work blends fine-art portraiture with actor-centred direction — prioritising presence, truth, and credibility over performance.
Rory Lewis specializes in award-winning
cinematic and theatrical headshots in his permanentDowntown Los Angeles studio. His signature use of dramatic lighting helps actors land roles in prestige TV/Film, distinguishing his work—which is acquired by theNational Portrait Gallery—from generic commercial photography.
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 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 internationally published portrait photographer Rory Lewis, on a one day workshop to master portraiture and bring your work to the next level.
An immersive, small-group workshop exploring the classical tradition of the fine art nude, with a contemporary cinematic approach to lighting, composition, and visual storytelling.
This workshop is designed for photographers seeking to refine their artistic eye, deepen their understanding of form and light, and work respectfully and professionally with the nude figure.
In this relaxed, hands-on workshop, Rory Lewis explores how much you can truly achieve with one light — and when adding more actually helps (and when it doesn’t). Drawing on over two decades of experience photographing actors, artists, executives, and public figures, Rory demonstrates a simplified, intentional approach to portrait lighting that prioritises clarity over complexity.
Join award-winning portrait photographer Rory Lewis for an intensive two-day masterclass at his London studio. Over the course of two immersive days, you’ll photograph six professional models—including a well-known face or two—while mastering the craft of Portrait Lighting and portfolio-building setups.
This hands-on portrait photography workshop in Los Angeles is led by Rory Lewis, internationally recognized for cinematic, painterly portraiture inspired by Caravaggio, Ribera, Rembrandt, and Holbein. The focus: chiaroscuro, tenebrism, and emotional presence—light that sculpts, darkness that speaks.
Elevate your professional brand by working with a photographer trusted by icons like Sir Patrick Stewart. With work acquired by the National Portrait Gallery, Rory Lewis brings museum-grade authority and cinematic excellence to the Los Angeles headshot market, providing actors with the prestigious visual edge required for high-level TV and film casting.