Dance Family Portraits

New Jersey Dance Portrait Photographer

Dance portraits for Showbiz Kidz dance studio for 2021 © Dave Dabour

I love dance photography and the people who live it day in and out. During a recent recital dance portrait session, I had the opportunity to create some dance “family” portraits. While everyone here may not be related, they probably know each other better than if they were.

Part of the reason why this opportunity existed is something was planned. Once of the dancers needed to be distracted while something was setup.. You can see how this unfolded above. Good news: she said yes! (they are good friends). Being there to capture this special moment was priceless!

I was also able to capture some great portraits at the same time!

Ready for me to capture some amazing moments for you and your dance family? I offer the following types of dance phtography:

  • Dance Portraits (recital or personal/group sessions)
  • Action photos of dance rehearsals or recitals
  • Candid portraits
  • Video recording

Feel free to reach out to me for more information dave@dabourphoto.com or 908.995.7273

Dance Portraits for Showbiz Kidz Dance Studio

New Jersey Dance Photographer

Dance portraits for Showbiz Kidz dance studio for 2021 © Dave Dabour

I’ve been working with Showbiz Kidz Dance Studio for many years. In fact both of my daughters attended there as dancers long ago!

Last year like many dance studios was different becasue of Covid. There were no formal dance portraits last year. In fact there was no recital for this dance studio last year!

I’m very happy with how the dance portraits turned out this year! Above is only a small sample of some of the many portraits I was able to create for all the fantastic dancers. These are the older dancers. In another post, I’ll highlight some of the younger ones!

Dance portraits for Showbiz Kidz dance studio for 2021 © Dave Dabour

I love photographing dance. It’s the main type of photography that I do. Do you know of a dancer or a dance studio in need of some great dance portraits?

I provide the following dance photography services:

  • dance portraits (recital or personal/groups)
  • action photos of dance rehearsals or recitals
  • candid portraits of dancers at rehearsal
  • video recording of events and recitals

In need of any of the above or want to find out more information? Please contact me at dave at dabourphoto.com or 908.995.7273

Pennsylvania Youth Ballet

Lehigh Valley Dance Photography

Photo of the PYB – Ballet Guild of the Lehigh Valley rehearsing for their 2021 recital. © Dave Dabour

I had the unexpected pleasure of photographing the Pennsylvania Youth Ballet. They are part of the Ballet Guild of the Lehigh Valley.

Photo of the PYB – Ballet Guild of the Lehigh Valley rehearsing for their 2021 recital. © Dave Dabour

Like many dance studios, they were deeply impacted by the pandemic. They didn’t perform a traditional recital this year but still wanted to capture the extreme talents of all the dancers

I normally don’t have the pleasure of photographing them. They’re regular photographer took ill and I was glad they reached out to me and I was available!

They are all extremely talented dancers and I was honored to be able to photograph them. It would have been nice to photograph them with studio lights but given the pandemic, they requested only dance studio images.

Know someone who can benefit from dance photography? I offer the following types of dance photography:

  • Formal dance portraits (recital or personal/groups)
  • Action photos of dance rehearsals or recitals
  • Candid portraits of dancers at rehearsal
  • Video recording of recitals and events

For more information please contact me at dave at dabourphoto.com or http://www.dabourphoto.com

Dance Portraits For Lucy

Dance portraits for Lucille at SBK in August 2020. Photo by DAVE DABOUR

It felt soooo good to have a dancer in front of my camera again. My Spring is normally filled with recitals but not in Covid 2020.

Lucy’s mom said this was the first year she was on the dance competition team and was so looking forward to her recital. She had all the outfits and wanted some nice photographic memories. I don’t blame her.

When Lucy started posing in her first costume, she said it was from the Dalmations. I said “Oh your a dog? Let’s see you beg?” And this is the adorable pose she did for me

Dance portraits for Lucille at SBK in August 2020. Photo by DAVE DABOUR

From there the cuteness went even higher if that’s even possible!

Dance portraits for Lucille at SBK in August 2020. Photo by DAVE DABOUR
Dance portraits for Lucille at SBK in August 2020. Photo by DAVE DABOUR

Then we settled into the session and went for more candids and artistic poses. I love this one!

Dance portraits for Lucille at SBK in August 2020. Photo by DAVE DABOUR

Lucy and her Mom left with many great images they will treasure forever.

Want some of your own? I’m offering in studio dance portraits for a small deposit that gets applied to your order. Contact me today at dave at dabourphoto.com or 908.995.7273 ti setup your appointment!

Zoom Session with principal Ballet Dancer

Dancers – if your considering going pro and pursuing a career in dancing, I highly recommend you talk to dancers that are doing it today! This is a limited opportunity to listen and perhaps chat with a professional ballet dancer.

Pas de Deux is hosting a free webinar with Houston Ballet principal dancer Karina Gonzalez on Wednesday, May 13, at 2 pm EDT/11 am PDT.

Karina will talk about her journey in becoming a professional dancer and what it’s like. She will also take questions during the webinar from attendees.

This is a fascinating opportunity to hear from a principal dancer from a major ballet company.

Feel free to share this info and the registration link. We are limited to 100 attendees so sign up soon.


https://us02web.zoom.us/…/register/WN_pGeNdHn2SiW5OUXUOvldjg

A Chat with Ashley Bouder

For all my dancers out there I highly recommend this interview with Ashley Bouder. This was a Zoom session I participated in with on Friday. Has I known in advance how much Ashley was going to share, I would have shared the invite with all the dance school and dance teachers that are clients of mine.

Ashley Bouder is a principal dancer with the New York City Ballet and is the founder of the Ashley Bouder Project. She sat down with Pas de Deux on April 17, 2020, to talk about the Coronavirus quarantine and life as a professional dancer. She discusses dealing with injuries and what it’s like to be a principal dancer, and how to conduct yourself at auditions. The video is an hour long.

Composites Available In Multiple Sizes

Composite from past SKIT show “Pinocchio”

Composites are a wonderful option if you are in love with several photographs. I can take several and blend them together to make a single treasured memory. The number of photographs that look good in a composite depends on the size of the composite. Generally up to 5 looks good on 8×10 and 11×14. Up to 7 or more can work for 16 x 20 and larger

Composite from SKIT’s “Mary Poppins”

I create all of my composites on either single weight matboard or in the case of 5×30’s, double weight. These make the final product more durable and strong. In fact you could even display them as is or they fit perfectly in a frame.

These composites can have a show name on the top (as pictured) or for dance, a popular dance quote. I have several to choose from or we can use your own! On the bottom can have the name – year, just the name or nothing at all. It’s customized just for you!

5 x 30 composite from SKIT’s “Frozen Jr”

Here is an example of a 5×30 composite. These are individual prints printed on a double-weight mat board. These can contain 5, 6 or 7 photos. This product can be horizontal (as pictured) or even vertical. These are great for unique spaces in a room like above a doorway or on top of other pictures. It’s durable enough to be displayed as-is. If you prefer a frame, they are available on Amazon. If you can’t find them, let me know and I’ll send you the link.

I have the ability to show you an online proof of what your composite will look like before it’s created.

Dance Photography Season Starts Today!

Some of the many photos of dancers last year. Looking forward to creating some new ones starting today!

 

Photography Products Available

At certain events and group photography session, I make available additional photography related products. Here is some additional information and photos on these. Note that the theme can be any sport, dance, band and other popular subjects!

If you have any questions, or intplease do not hesitate to email or call!

Plastic bag tag. These are also available in metal

Plastic bag tag. These are also available in metal

Plastic bag tag. These are also available in metal

Plastic bag tag. These are also available in metal

Small flashlight key chain

Small flashlight key chain

Fun pack sheet. Door hanger, 2 book marks, 2 key tags, 2 bag tags

Fun pack sheet. Door hanger, 2 book marks, 2 key tags, 2 bag tags

Small key chain

Small key chain

8 x 10 Magazine cover

8 x 10 Magazine cover

8 x 10 Magazine cover

8 x 10 Magazine cover

Deluxe photo magnet

Deluxe photo magnet

Deluxe photo magnet

Deluxe photo magnet

8x10 memory mate with class/group photo and individual photo

8×10 memory mate with class/group photo and individual photo

Metal water bottle

Metal water bottle

Metal water bottle

Metal water bottle

Metal water bottle

Metal water bottle

Photo coffee mugs

Photo coffee mugs

Photo coffee mugs

Photo coffee mugs

Photo water bottle

Photo water bottle

Photo water bottle

Photo water bottle

Photo water bottle

Photo water bottle

Dance Photography

Showbiz Kidz Day 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Over 100 dancers and costumes photographed in day one and more on the way today! The kids look great in their costumes and can’t wait for their recital in a few weeks!