From the Lens of Rory Lewis: A Journey to the Hasselblad Masters 2023 Finals
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Remembering Mark Margolis: A Tribute through Portraits
Today, as we mourn the passing of the talented American actor, Mark Margolis, I find myself reflecting on the moments I had the privilege of spending with him during our portrait sessions. Mark's career spanned decades, and he starred in numerous films, leaving an indelible mark on the industry. Most notably, his portrayal of Hector Salamanca in "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul" earned him critical acclaim and an Emmy Award nomination in 2012.
Read MoreMaye Musk Digital Photographer Magazine
in Interview, Portraiture, Selah, Published
Thank you, Peter Fenech, Editor of Digital Photographer Magazine, for featuring my captivating portraits of Maye Musk. I am grateful for the recognition, exposure, and support this opportunity has brought. Maye Musk's inspiring presence shines through these photographs, and I appreciate the platform to share my work.
Read MoreMichael James Shaw Digital Photographer Magazine
Thank you, Peter Fenech, Editor of Digital Photographer Magazine, for publishing an article featuring my portrait sitting with actor Michael James Shaw. Your support and belief in my work are deeply appreciated, and I am grateful for the exposure and recognition this opportunity has brought.
Read MoreNotre Dame Rory Lewis (Selah) Guest Lecture April 19th 2023
Notre Dame has asked me to guest lecture at the University on 19th April 2023. I’m looking forward to visiting South Bend, Indiana. My project Selah will take centre stage. I’ll be discussing the religious and fine art inspiration behind the project.
Read MoreSarah Wayne Callies Selah Project Portrait Photoshoot
Actress, writer, director, Sarah Wayne Callies is best known for starring in multiple hit television series The Walking Dead, Prison Break and Colony. Sarah & myself collaborated on a portrait photoshoot at the Los Angeles studio for a new project entitled Selah.
Read MoreMichael James Shaw Actor Portraits Los Angeles
Always seeking phenomenal actors to pose for my projects. invited Michael James Shaw to the Los Angeles Studio. Capturing a series of vivid and thought provoking images. Starring in the Walking Dead and Limitless. Michael is the quintessential actor, such a pleasure to photograph, using light and shadow, and drawing inspiration from the old masters such as Caravaggio the results are stunning to behold.
Read MoreEva Elfie Caravaggio Portrait
in Celebrity, Los Angeles, Portraiture, Selah, Works, Top Moment
Second post in my series with Eva Elfie Portrait in the style of Caravaggio’s Mary Magdalen in Ecstasy. Capturing the remarkable depiction I directed Eva to pose with strong wrists, her fingers are crossed, head fallen back against a dark background and at the same time, she has a unique expression. In a style of Tenebrism used shadows and highlights to capture this unique portrait. Rory Lewis Photographer is available in Los Angeles, New York & London for fine art portraiture photoshoots. Limited edition print of the portrait is also on sale below, signed by Rory Lewis Photographer.
Read MoreJared Harris Portrait Photoshoot Los Angeles
Jared Harris is a British actor. His roles include Lane Pryce in the AMC television drama series Mad Men, for which he was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.
Read MoreDavid Morrissey Portrait Photoshoot Los Angeles
David Morrissey is an English actor and filmmaker. Described by the British Film Institute as "one of the most versatile English actors of his generation", he is noted for the meticulous preparation and research he undertakes for his roles.
Read MoreAndrew Divoff Portrait Photoshoot Los Angeles
Andrew Divoff sat for a portrait photoshoot to be included in my Selah Exhibition at the Los Angeles studio in Downtown LA.
Read MoreKevin McNally Portrait Photoshoot London
Kevin McNally is an English actor and writer. He is known for portraying Joshamee Gibbs in the Pirates of the Caribbean film series.
Read MoreClare Foster Caravaggio Style Portraits
Caravaggio inspires many of my projects, recently I had the chance to collaborate with Actress Clare Foster. Recreating the character of Judith from the painting, Judith Beheading Holofernes the biblical episode by Caravaggio.
Read MoreNicholas Woodeson Portrait Sitting London
Nicholas Woodeson is an English film, television and theatre actor, and Drama Desk and Olivier award nominee. He reached a global audience as Julius Caesar's clever and loyal "body slave" Posca, in the BBC/HBO TV blockbuster, 'Rome'.
Read MoreTony Amendola (Saint Francis in Meditation) Caravaggio Project Photoshoot Los Angeles
At the beginning of October, after a very long 18 month separation, I was able to reconnect with friends and clients in New York & Los Angeles.
In the back of my mind, I had been itching to capture long time friend and phenomenal actor Tony Amendola in the style of Caravaggio’s St Francis.
Read MoreA Year of Hell! Especially for Actors & Photographers
Just before Covid-19 ravaged my industry and that of Actors & Entertainers. I did have the chance to express my frustration on a portrait sitting with Actor Chad Philips. Who expressed my Caravaggisti creative direction in this depiction of anger and frustration.
Read MoreSelah Exhibition Liverpool Liverpool’s Without Walls Project
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Selah Exhibition Liverpool
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Digital SLR Photography Magazine Interview July 2020
Thank you to Digital SLR Photography Magazine Contributing Editor Caroline Schmidt, interviewing me about my work and future projects. Please see full transcript below.
(Full Interview) 01 July, 2020
Written by: by Caroline Schmidt, Contributing Editor
Read MoreMichael Harney Actor Portraits Los Angeles
