Charlottesville Dance Photographer

Capture Your Dance Story:

Professional Portraits for Charlottesville Dancers (All Styles)

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We Focus on Dancers:

Envision your grand jeté immortalized, every muscle delicately rendered in detail. Can a senior picture, family portrait, or wedding photographer authentically represent such artistry? Doubtful. Dance photography needs expertise in manipulating light to craft depth, texture, and emotion, narrating the tale of your athleticism and artistry in every frame. After investing so much of your time and effort, you deserve to present your absolute best. Propel your career with Shining Stars Photo, Central Virginia’s hub for dancer-focused portraits, placing your art at the forefront.

It was a welcoming, relaxing atmosphere and still very professional. There was a ballet barre for warm-up, a changing room, and a bathroom with hair supplies for dancers' "forget something" situations including hair pins, hair nets, hair spray, and so on.

Tomomi F.

I was so impressed with the professionalism and quality of his equipment, photography space, and knowledge!

Maurissa P.

His entire set up at his home studio was impeccable- complete with a comfortable green room with snacks, drinks and a steamer for costumes as well as a private bathroom stocked with bobby pins and hair care needs.

Stephanie N.

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Professionalism and High – Quality Results

Experience Dynamic Artistic Sessions with no time limits, ensuring you’ll never feel rushed. Franklin is patient, welcoming, and ready to collaborate with you to achieve all your aspirations and more. Every image will be crafted into a dazzling masterpiece. Virginia dancers, come to Shining Stars – where your passion transforms into art, one stunning pose at a time.
“…the photos have received tremendous response. Many have said they look like a magazine cover! Franklin's artistry and technical knowledge combined made for stunning results. The shoot was incredibly professional and Franklin was super patient…He took the time to get each and every shot she dreamed of. Highly recommend!

Becky B.

I can't say enough good things about the experience my daughter had for her dance photo session. She's 14 and these were her first professional photos. Franklin was great about making sure she was at ease and comfortable.

Laura B.

He had lots of very creative and original ideas and was friendly and encouraging which really put my daughter at ease and helped her get the most out of the shoot. Not only is he an absolute pleasure to work with but his photos came out INCREDIBLE!!

Gulnara K.

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Welcoming and Comfortable Environment

Forget the constraints of ordinary studios – Shining Stars Studio is where your dance takes center stage, bathed in the artistry of high – end professional lighting in experienced hands. Imagine a spacious studio, your playground for leaps, the Harlequin Marley floor whispering beneath your every move.  Find your focus in the private Green Room, a quiet haven, before you ignite the stage. And the best part? Every pose and movement comes alive on a large flat screen, which becomes your mirror as we work together. Shining Stars Studio isn’t just a studio, it’s a canvas for your art.

My 6 year old daughter and I had a lot of fun during our magical time at Franklin's studio. My daughter didn't have much experience in front of a professional lens, so we weren't sure how it would all go. But Franklin was so patient, and brought out the natural glow in her. We were welcomed liked family from the first moment we arrived. He had thought of all the things a girl might need for a photo shoot (curling iron, combs, hair pins, hair ties, etc) and had them ready for use in the private changing room.

Dani M.

I can't say enough good things about the experience my daughter had for her dance photo session. She's 14 and these were her first professional photos. Franklin was great about making sure she was at ease and comfortable.

Laura B.

He had lots of very creative and original ideas and was friendly and encouraging which really put my daughter at ease and helped her get the most out of the shoot. Not only is he an absolute pleasure to work with but his photos came out INCREDIBLE!!

Gulnara K.

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Let’s create portraits that spotlight your artistry and athleticism! Contact Shining Stars Photo today to discuss your photography needs.

info@shiningstarsphoto.com

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