DMP716 Dance Collective

A unique photography experience designed for dancers to build their portfolios, gain confidence in front of the camera, and collaborate in a creative environment.

What’s Included?

• Three Themed Group Shoots – Dancers can choose from headshots, commercial dance, improvisation, location shoots (beach, city, countryside, or venues like the Albright-Knox Art Gallery), and creative concepts like movement on-camera, aerial hoop, colored gel lighting, metallic body paint, powder, and fabric toss. Each shoot is planned based on dancer interest, allowing flexibility to join the ones that best fit their goals.
• One Personalized Shoot – After completing three group shoots, dancers can book a private session ($150) to focus on their individual creative vision.
• Private Group Access – Members are added to a private group where upcoming shoot themes are announced. Shoots are scheduled flexibly to accommodate dancers’ availability.
• Exclusive Perks – Program dancers often receive more images than my standard non-program packages and benefit from working alongside other dancers, which fosters creativity and confidence.
• Exclusive Collaboration Opportunities - In addition, when DMP716 collaborates with other companies, program dancers are the first to be offered these opportunities.

How It Works

• Program Cost: $750 (Each shoot is $150 after applying the $150 registration fee). This is significantly less than booking individual shoots at my standard rate of $225+.
• Shoots are preplanned for efficiency and affordability, allowing multiple dancers to share the experience at a special program rate.
• Once three group shoots are completed, schedule a one-on-one shoot ($150) designed around your personal creative vision.

Why Join?

• More Than Just Photos – Dancers benefit from the creative energy and support of working in a group, just like at dance conventions. They gain confidence, try new things, and push their artistic limits.
• Portfolio Growth – Instead of cramming everything into one shoot, dancers can focus on different styles over multiple sessions, allowing for growth and improvement.
• Exclusive & One-of-a-Kind – This is the only program of its kind in the area, offering dancers a unique opportunity to build their brand, gain professional experience, and prepare for careers beyond high school.

Continuing After Four Shoots

Once a dancer completes their three group shoots and one individual shoot, they are welcome to continue attending additional group shoots at the $150 program rate. However, after completing four shoots, they will receive the standard three edited images per session, similar to non-program participants, while still benefiting from the discounted rate.

This ensures dancers have ongoing opportunities for portfolio building while maintaining affordability.

Program Assistant Opportunities

For pre-professional level dancers looking to gain industry experience, the Program Assistant role offers a unique opportunity to assist on shoots while receiving a 50% discount on group shoot participation.

How It Works:

Program Assistants help primarily with posing dancers and may also assist with holding equipment as needed.

They still receive camera time and the same number of images as non-assisting dancers.

Assistants must meet before the shoot virtually to plan their role and ensure a smooth experience.

This is an ideal opportunity for college dancers or those interested in teaching, assisting, or working in the industry beyond high school.

Cost & Benefits:

When assisting at group shoots, the $150 per-shoot fee is discounted by 50% ($75 per assisted group shoot).

The assistant discount does not apply to their one-on-one shoot, which remains $150.

Assistants can attend more than three group shoots, giving them additional opportunities to assist, build their portfolio, and gain industry experience.

Spots are limited! Ready to book? Apply today!