Rory Lewis Photographer Headshots & Portraiture

Michael Richardson stepped into the studio for a set of striking model digitals that highlight his natural presence and versatility. With clean lines, sharp features, and effortless style, Michael’s digitals provide agencies with exactly what they need: unfiltered, authentic images that showcase his potential across fashion, lifestyle, and commercial work.

It was an absolute pleasure to photograph Ben Miles, whose remarkable career spans stage, film, and television. From his breakout role in the BBC comedy Coupling to his nuanced portrayal of Peter Townsend in The Crown and most recently as Tay Kolma in Andor, Ben has long stood as one of Britain’s most versatile actors.

With over two decades of experience, Rory Lewis is one of the UK’s leading photographers, celebrated for his exceptional skill in crafting actors’ headshots that open doors and define careers. His London studio has welcomed hundreds of talented performers—each session tailored to reveal the individuality and emotional

This week, I had the pleasure of photographing Jennifer Riker, an accomplished American actress whose striking versatility spans television, film, and voiceover. Best known for her compelling portrayal of Dr. Helga Jace in the Warner Bros/DC Entertainment hit series Black Lightning, Jennifer brings an incredible depth of intelligence and nuance to every role she inhabits.

It was a real pleasure to welcome actress, director, and creative force Ana Peralta Chong into my Downtown Los Angeles studio for a recent session of headshots and digitals.

It was a pleasure to welcome actor and broadcaster James Packard into my Downtown Los Angeles studio for a recent headshot session. James, known for his role in Darkness Reigns (2017), was born in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, on August 13, 1995, and raised in Denver, Colorado. From a young age, he felt a strong pull toward the craft of acting, pursuing it with focus during his college years. Today, he continues to balance his work on screen and in broadcasting, carving out a distinctive presence in the entertainment industry.

In the world of Hollywood, every actor, writer, and artist is constantly striving to capture their unique essence—a challenge that requires more than just good lighting and a perfect backdrop. It’s about revealing the inner character, the subtle emotions, and the vibrant energy that sets them apart. This is exactly what actor, writer, and artist Sean Hemeonachieved when he recently partnered with Rory Lewis, the celebrated Los Angeles-based headshot photographer, to capture his headshots at Rory’s studio in Downtown LA.

Destiny Edwards radiates confidence and poise in her latest digitals, presenting a look that is both timeless and contemporary. With her natural beauty and effortless expression, Destiny’s session resulted in photographs that showcase her as a standout face for agencies across fashion and commercial markets.

British actor Rufus Sewell has joined the star-studded cast of The Sandman Season 2, portraying the formidable and emotionally distant character Time—a cosmic force older than the universe itself. Sewell’s role adds profound philosophical weight to the series, exploring Dream’s fate through the lens of eternal responsibility, emotional wounds, and the burdens of generational memory.

Renowned New York-based British photographer Rory Lewis has once again showcased his exceptional talent, this time by capturing striking headshots for Caitlin Garcia. With over 20 years of experience behind the lens, Rory has established himself as a leader in the field, specializing in royalty and celebrity portraiture.Based in the heart of Manhattan, his studio serves as a creative hub where he crafts his iconic, timeless portraits.

1st – 12th October 2025
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If you missed out on the chance to work with one of the industry’s most acclaimed photographers, now’s your opportunity—Rory Lewis is returning to London this October for a limited run of exclusive headshot sessions

Book your professional actor headshots in New York with Rory Lewis, a celebrity photographer trusted by stars from Game of Thrones, The Crown, Succession, and more. With over 20 years of experience, Rory crafts powerful, cinematic portraits that open casting doors.

Jared Canfield, a compelling presence on screen known for his performances in The Blacklist (2013), Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999), and Power Book IV: Force (2022), recently stepped in front of my lens for a headshot session at my Manhattan studio.

As a New York-based British photographer with a deep passion for portraiture, I’ve had the privilege of working with a diverse range of actors, creatives, and public figures. Recently, I welcomed rising actor Michael Baszler to my Manhattan studio for a dynamic headshot session—an experience that perfectly captured the energy and ambition of New York’s vibrant acting community.

Alex Blake came back to the studio recently for an update to his headshots — the kind of return visit that punctuates most working actors' careers every two or three years, when the credits have grown, the face has settled into something a little more itself, and the agent has started asking gently whether the current image is still doing the work it ought to. Alex's was, mostly. But "mostly" is the word that brings actors back.

There’s a certain kind of actor who arrives in the studio already carrying weight — not ego, but experience. Brian Durkin is one of those actors.

Working with Brian in my Los Angeles studio was about refining that presence — stripping things back, sharpening the signal, and creating a set of headshots that feel immediate, grounded, and unmistakably castable.

Some actors walk into the studio and you immediately sense the depth they carry. Natalie Amey is one of those people. Before she ever stepped in front of a camera as an actor, she spent years as a therapist, ICU nurse, and transplant nurse — witnessing the human spirit at its most vulnerable. That kind of experience doesn't leave a person. It lives in the eyes, in the stillness, in the way someone holds a moment.

When an actor returns to the studio, it tells you everything you need to know.

Recently in my New York studio, I photographed Cordell Ijoma for the second time in two years. Sessions like this are never about starting from scratch. They are about refinement—about understanding where the actor is now, what they are being seen for, and how their image needs to evolve to meet that moment.

As a United States Marine Corps veteran, Kevin served honorably as a combat correspondent and documentarian during OEF and OIF. That transition—from the intensity of the front lines to the high-stakes creative machinery of Marvel Studios—is a narrative in itself. I recently had the privilege of hosting Kevin at my Los Angeles studio to capture a series of portraits that reflect his journey from Marine to a leader in the creative industry.

In the acting world, three years can feel like a lifetime. Styles change, characters evolve, and—perhaps most importantly—the "look" that gets you in the room matures. This week, I had the pleasure of welcoming back the talented Nina Kulitskaya (Fortunes, 2022) to my Los Angeles studio for a much-anticipated headshot refresh.

There is a certain gravity that some people just carry with them—a presence that fills a room before they even speak. David Mayers is one of those people.

Renowned portrait photographer Rory Lewis recently hosted David at his Los Angeles studio for a series of striking portraits marking Mayers' official entry into the acting world. While he may be a fresh face to Hollywood, David’s look tells a story of a thousand lives already lived. With a gaze that balances steel-edged intensity and a seasoned, rugged wisdom, he is the kind of performer who doesn't just play a character; he anchors a scene.

In the high-stakes world of Los Angeles pilot season, your headshot isn’t just a photo—it’s your digital handshake. It’s the first thing a casting director sees before they even hear your name. This week, we’re thrilled to showcase a fresh face making waves: Jake Read.

Captured by the renowned British portraitist Rory Lewis at his Downtown LA studio, these shots are a masterclass in cinematic branding. Moving away from the "over-retouched" look of years past, these images focus on what really matters in 2026: authenticity and range.

Los Angeles continues to draw creative talent from across the world, and recently the studio welcomed musician Alex Obvious for a portrait session exploring mood, character, and the quiet intensity that often defines artists working in music today.

There are moments in an actor’s career when a new headshot is not simply an update — it is a recalibration. A shift in tone. A refinement of identity.

Grant Southard returned to the studio ready to capture that shift.

From the West End to Hawkins: A Session at the London Studio

In my latest session, I had the pleasure of photographing the formidable Shane Atwooll. Currently commanding the stage as Chief Hopper in the West End hit Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Shane is an actor whose resume reads like a masterclass in versatility.

A powerful debut in New York.

Madison Pernell came into the studio for her first New York actors headshots with a clear intention — to create images that feel cinematic, honest, and casting-ready. In a city where first impressions are everything, your headshot must do more than show your face. It must suggest story.

Oscar Pavlo first stepped in front of my lens in 2019. At the time, we captured a powerful foundation: intelligent, watchful, composed. Since then, his range has expanded, deepened, matured. When he reached out for a second session in New York, it wasn’t simply for “new headshots.” It was because his casting had shifted — and his imagery needed to reflect that evolution.

In the high-stakes world of Los Angeles casting, a headshot needs to do more than just show a face—it needs to tell a story before a single word is spoken. Our recent session with Brazilian-American actor Haysam Ali is a masterclass in how cinematic lighting and intentional direction can capture the range of a truly transformative performer.

Recently, I had the pleasure of working with Sean Henney, a man who is as focused on the future of private markets technology as I am on the future of fine-art portraiture.

Lighting the "Data Obsessed" Professional

When Sean came to me, we talked about his mission—navigating the "hardest problem" in his industry: data. My goal as a photographer isn’t just to get a clear shot of a face; it’s to use cinematic lighting to reveal the character of the person solving those problems.

Since then, Steven has built a steady and varied career across British television, appearing in populist and long-running dramas including Death in Paradise and Doctors. In 2012, his career expanded onto the global stage when he joined the vast international cast of Game of Thrones, a production that redefined the scale and ambition of television drama worldwide.

This recent actor headshot session with Chauncey Allen was photographed at my Downtown Los Angeles studio, created specifically for casting, representation, and industry submission. The focus throughout the sitting was simple and deliberate: authentic presence, emotional clarity, and cinematic restraint.

This actors headshot session was designed to reflect that same sensibility: grounded, cinematic, and psychologically present. Rather than a generic studio headshot, the aim was to create imagery that feels like a still lifted from a film—something that speaks directly to casting directors, producers, and collaborators working in prestige film and television.

Portraits & Headshots with the Architect of the Chubbuck Technique

There are rare figures in the acting world whose influence extends far beyond the classroom—whose ideas shape performances, careers, and entire generations of artists. Ivana Chubbuck is unquestionably one of them.

Actor Tyler Huxtable visited my Downtown Los Angeles studio for a cinematic headshot session focused on truth, restraint, and screen presence. The aim was simple: to create portraits that feel authentic, contemporary, and immediately readable to casting directors.

At the New York studio, Rory Lewis captured a powerful new series of actor headshots with Jason Cliff, a dynamic film, television, and stage actor known for his emotional intelligence, restraint, and commanding screen presence.

New York Actor Headshots with Rory Lewis

In the heart of Midtown Manhattan, actor Jeremy Brena stepped into the studio for a focused, cinematic headshot session designed for today’s competitive New York casting landscape. Known for his work across acclaimed television and film, Jeremy’s session centered on clarity, presence, and authenticity—qualities casting directors consistently respond to in New York actor headshots.

With credits including Elementary, Power, and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Jeremy brings a grounded, intelligent energy to the camera. The aim of this shoot was not spectacle, but truth—portraits that feel lived-in, confident, and unmistakably him.

Capturing a compelling actor headshot is never about performance alone — it is about presence. For actor Devin McElvogue, our recent session at my Downtown Los Angeles studio focused on exactly that: stripping away artifice to reveal clarity, confidence, and character.

Lacota Shapley came into my Downtown Los Angeles studio for a model headshot session built around clarity, confidence, and longevity—portraits that feel contemporary and editorial, while remaining timeless enough to carry a portfolio forward for years.

Actor Adam Wesley is known for performances marked by intensity, restraint, and psychological depth. With credits including Where the Shadows Wait (2025), The Lonely Crowd, and Not Every Woman, his work consistently inhabits the quieter, more complex spaces of character—where tension lives beneath the surface rather than being declared outright. That sensibility formed the foundation of his recent theatrical headshot session at my Downtown Los Angeles studio.

Born in New York, Lakshmi Devy is an accomplished actress, director, screenwriter, and producer of Indian descent whose career moves fluidly between New York and India. Deeply attuned to both cultures, Lakshmi brings a rare sense of balance, intelligence, and emotional clarity to her work—qualities that were immediately evident during her recent portrait sitting at my New York studio in Manhattan.

I recently welcomed actor Francis Price to my Los Angeles studio for a set of fresh, cinematic actor headshots. Francis, a graduate of the CalArts Theater School and Middlebury College, brings a grounded presence and disciplined technique shaped by years of stage and screen experience.