Dance Portraits

Capture the Movement. Freeze the Emotion.

A woman with short black hair wearing a blue bikini top, baggy tan pants with colorful writing, and yellow sneakers, balanced on one leg in a dance pose against a plain white background.
Dancer mid-air with green and blue powder explosion against a black background.
A woman in camouflage pants and white sneakers is lifting her right leg high, pointing directly at the camera, with her left arm bent and hand near her waist, wearing a black crop top.
A young woman with curly orange hair wearing a blue strapless top and light blue jeans poses against a black background, with motion blur creating a double exposure effect.
Young woman with curly blonde hair wearing a brown sports bra and black workout pants stretching her arm against a plain white background.

Dance is more than movement—it's a story told through the body. At Lovelace Portraits, we specialize in dynamic, expressive dance photography that captures the strength, emotion, and artistry behind every step.

A person mid-air performing a backflip in a dimly lit room, highlighted by a spotlight, wearing casual clothes and sneakers.

What to Expect

Our sessions are built around what makes you you—your style, your movement, your energy. We use professional studio lighting, creative direction, and a photographer who understands dance to make sure every image hits like choreography in still form.

Choose from:

  • Clean studio shots with dramatic lighting

  • Stylized outdoor shoots (urban, nature, or themed)

  • Conceptual portraits that match your creative vision

We’ll guide you through poses and freestyle moments, capturing the perfect balance between technique and expression.

💬 Why Dancers Love Working With Us

✔ We understand movement, angles, and technique
✔ We create a relaxed, collaborative environment
✔ We deliver gallery-quality images with professional edits
✔ We help you tell a story—not just take a photo

A person wearing a denim jacket and colorful shirt performing a dynamic dance move, creating a motion blur effect against a black background.

Want a Comp Card with Your Session?

If you're building a modeling portfolio, you’ll need a comp card—your visual resume for agencies and castings.

We offer custom-designed comp cards as an optional add-on to any modeling session.

🖨️ What’s Included:

  • Front & back design featuring your best images

  • Stats: height, measurements, eye/hair color, etc.

  • Print-ready PDF and digital version for submissions

  • Professional layout designed to meet agency standards

🎨 You choose the photos—we handle the layout and polish.

💵 Add-On Price: $75

Want it included automatically? It’s already part of the “Agency Pro” package!

📩 Let us know at booking if you'd like to add a comp card to your session.

Book Today!

Book Today!

Dancer performing a high kick in a dark room

PRICING

  • Designed for serious dancers building a professional portfolio for auditions, agencies, and personal branding.

    Includes:

    • 2-hour session (studio and/or outdoor)

    • Up to 4 dance outfits

    • Variety of movement, stills, and expressive poses

    • 30+ professionally edited images

    • Online gallery for download and sharing

    • Custom-designed comp card (print-ready & digital version)

    Bonus: Add a short dance video reel for +$100

  • For dancers ready to explore a theme or create a strong visual story with their movement.

    Includes:

    • 2-hour session (studio + location or fully on-location)

    • Mood board consultation

    • Up to 3 outfits

    • 25+ professionally edited images

    • Online gallery + social media-ready versions

  • Perfect for solo dancers who want clean, high-impact studio shots that showcase strength and technique.

    Includes:

    • 90-minute session in-studio

    • Up to 2 dance outfits

    • Professional lighting setup

    • 15–20 professionally edited images

    • Online gallery for download and sharing

      • 🎥 Dance highlight video (15–30 sec): +$100

      • 🖼️ Full gallery upgrade: +$200

      • 📍 Extra location: +$50

      • 👟 Additional outfit: +$25

      • 🖨️ Extra comp cards: Starting at $40

      • 💨 Flour Dance Photography Setup: +$150

        Includes setup, cleanup, lighting, and 3–5 high-impact flour shots that capture explosive movement and emotion. Studio only.

Schedule a Session

🤔 Frequently asked questions

  • Yes! Whether you're a seasoned performer or this is your first shoot, I’ll guide you through movement, poses, and timing to capture powerful images that highlight your technique and artistry. Think of it as a collaboration—we’ll work together to create magic.

  • Bring 2–4 dance outfits that showcase your style and flexibility. This can include leotards, flowy skirts, form-fitting sets, or anything you feel confident dancing in. Avoid busy patterns and logos, and feel free to bring layers for variety.

  • If your package includes a comp card (or you add one on), you’ll receive a professionally designed, two-sided layout with your best images, dance stats (like height, training, styles, etc.), and your name or stage identity. It will be delivered in both print-ready and digital formats for auditions or submissions.

  • Flour dance photography is a dramatic and creative style where dancers leap, turn, or pose while flour is thrown or released around them. It creates explosive, cinematic visuals. It’s completely safe, done in-studio with a controlled setup, and includes cleanup. Just be ready to get a little messy—it’s part of the fun!

  • Absolutely! I offer group and team sessions that include solos, duos, and full team shots. Pricing depends on the group size and whether you’d like individual mini sessions as well. Reach out for a custom quote.

  • Your edited gallery will be delivered within 1 to 2 weeks. You’ll receive a private online gallery where you can download your images, order prints, and select favorites for your comp card if applicable.

  • Yes! A short dance highlight reel (15–30 seconds) is available as an add-on. It’s a great option for social media or auditions that request video movement alongside stills.

  • Yes! All final images are professionally edited for lighting, color, and minor retouching. If you have special requests (like removing blemishes), just let me know—we want you to feel confident and natural.