Rory Lewis: Portrait & Headshot Photographer

Washington DC

Portraits in Power: Usha Vance for The Free Press

April 08, 2025 in Featured Sitting, Washington D.C, Published, Portraiture, Political Portraits, U.S Political Portraits, Works, Top Clients, Top Moment, Corporate Commission

Portraits in Power: Usha Vance for The Free Press

Commissioned by The Free Press, I recently had the opportunity to photograph Usha Vance, Second Lady of the United States, at her Washington, D.C. residence. Captured in natural light across the Naval Observatory, the portraits reveal a quiet strength and thoughtful elegance—echoing her growing presence on the national stage. From veranda to fireplace, this session offered a rare glimpse into the life of one of America’s most compelling political figures.

Celebrating Heroism and History: Soldiery British Army Portraits Exhibition at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington DC, 11th October 2022

October 11, 2022 in USA Military Portraits, Top Moment, Soldiery, Military Portrait, London, Key Event, Portraiture

Celebrating Heroism and History: Soldiery British Army Portraits Exhibition at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington DC, 11th October 2022

Soldiery British Army Portraits Exhibition, a labor of dedication by professional portraitist Rory Lewis, has made its mark in the art world by historically documenting the modern British Military. The exhibition, in collaboration with the British Embassy in Washington DC, recently found its way to the prestigious Omni Shoreham Hotel. This special event paid homage to the legendary General Sharon Nesmith and highlighted the profound bond between the United Kingdom and the United States.

The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeth's Own) Portrait Sittings

November 08, 2021 in Featured Sitting, Portraiture, Regimental Sittings, Royal Regiments, Soldiery, Military Portrait, Manchester, Los Angeles, London, Liverpool, Leeds, Corporate Commission

The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeth's Own) Portrait Sittings (Rory Lewis Military Portrait Photographer, London, New York & Los Angeles).

The Royal Lancers is a cavalry regiment of the British Army. The regiment was formed by an amalgamation of 9th/12th Royal Lancers and the Queen's Royal Lancers on 2 May 2015.

It was delightful to return a second time to capture a new series of portraits, having visited the Regiment in 2016.

Based in London & working throughout the year in New York, Washington DC & Los Angeles Rory Lewis is the UK’s & USA’s foremost Military Portraitist Photographer. Rory is regularly commissioned to photograph high profile Military Officers for all three branches of the Military Army, RAF & Royal Navy. Portraits are very important to military personal. To be captured in uniform looking ones best and in full finery, can fill one with pride for the service.

(Discounts available for larger groups, including mini packages, please email RL@RORYLEWIS.STUDIO for a quote. Rory is able to travel throughout the UK, USA & Europe)

The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeth's Own) Portrait Sittings (Rory Lewis Military Portrait Photographer, London, New York & Los Angeles).

Rory Lewis Photographer offers a comprehensive service to Members of the Armed Forces, RAF, Royal Navy and Army who are looking to capture a professional portrait.

Portraiture is Rory’s speciality, he is just as comfortable working with High Ranking Officers as with NCO’s and Enlisted Personnel. You will find his friendly and professional approach helps put even the most photo-phobic at ease. Discounts Available for Large Groups.

The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeth's Own) Portrait Sittings (Rory Lewis Military Portrait Photographer, London, New York & Los Angeles).

The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeth's Own) Portrait Sittings (Rory Lewis Military Portrait Photographer, London, New York & Los Angeles).

The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeth's Own) Portrait Sittings (Rory Lewis Military Portrait Photographer, London, New York & Los Angeles).

The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeth's Own) Portrait Sittings (Rory Lewis Military Portrait Photographer, London, New York & Los Angeles).

Major Morris Portrait Sitting New York, USA

October 28, 2021 in Military Portrait, Portraiture, USA Military Portraits

It is very exciting to now be able to offer Military Portrait Sittings in both New York, Washington DC and Los Angeles. Hearing about my portraiture Major Morris arranged a sitting at the New York studio in Manhattan.