Just a quick video of the recital magic we love to create for our amazing clients!
We make picture day fun and easy!
Save the trees, please! You won't find paper forms or pre-ordering here.
We believe everyone should see their images before purchasing,
and be in control of the print and digital packages they purchase.
We offer full services to dance studios including live stage shots and video of performances.
Dance School Recitals & Competition Photoshoots
We specialize in dance photography and love what we do. Our reliable and professional team are trained specifically in the art of capturing dance photo and video. We use the best technology available to capture sharp and dynamic action shots that show your studio in the best light.
Recital Photography - Competition Photography - Private Dance Shoots - Powder & Snow Photoshoots- Audition & Headshot Photography - Recital and Performance Video
We deliver 'dance correct' images to you, while capturing the joy of dance on the dancer's faces
We are located in East Tennessee with a studio in Downtown Kingsport
317 Shelby St. #201 Kingsport, TN 37664
We are available for hire world wide
CONTACT US HERE or call 423-231-2839
The perks of working with us
Stress Free Picture Day Experience
With a schedule made to fit your specific needs and class roster, picture day is a breeze! With time carved out for dynamic group shots, and three poses per dancer per costume-you can be sure your school and dancers will get the most out of the experience.
Dynamic Action
Freezing time is our superpower! Ash lives for immortalizing the apex of a leap, the perfect upside down center split of an aerial or the milli second the dancer can pop up on relevé, creating the perfect line. Whatever your dancer is the most proud of achieving this year, you can bet Ash can capture it!
Talented, Professional & Kid Friendly
Although we are serious about the service we provide- we keep a light and fun energy on picture day. We love having fun while we work hard, and we hope this attitude spreads to your dancers. With extensive experience working with kids from ages 2+, Our staff passes annual background checks, ensuring the safety of your dancers and giving you peace of mind.
Quality Products & Customer Service
Faster service with a dedicated e-mail and phone number-we take on all customer service questions so your studio doesn't have to do any extra work. Simply give them our information: ash@ashleylodgephotography.com text or call - 423-231-2839. We are a small company, so you don't have to wait a week for a response!
Online Ordering of Prints & Photo Gifts
Your school's online gallery makes ordering a breeze. Parent's can easily access a private link featuring their child's images. Fill out an information request HERE to view a sample gallery.
Dynamic Groups!
We love creating beautiful group shots. We can base these off your final pose, (please e-mail a shot of your final pose to ash@ashleylodgephotography.com) or we can create something unique. Group shots are perfect for marketing your studio, celebrating competition team victories, or just showing off how talented your kiddos are!
Fast Turnaround & Easy Delivery
Prints are delivered straight to customers. Your studio gets a cool online gallery where you can download free social media sized images for your marketing needs.
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Recital Photography & Competition Photoshoots!
RECITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Recital Picture day is an exciting day for your dancers. They are eagerly waiting the upcoming recital, feeling a close bond to their classmates and looking forward to dressing in their costumes. We are excited, too! Our aim is to create an easy and encouraging environment to give your dancers more than just a picture day-they have a fun experience, too.
Posing is designed by our dance professionals or by a dedicated member of your school's staff.
We create lasting, beautiful mementos to commemorate their year of dance.
*Most people prefer white backdrops for recital picture day and special performances, however, we do offer any color drop you'd like!
Ash keeps in practice all year, shooting Dance Competitions all over the world.
Irish Dance, Contemporary, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop & More, Ash has photographed thousands of dances-and counting!!
Recital Photo day Samples
Stage shots are the perfect way to commemorate your dance year. We also offer COMPLETE image sets to parents who want studio and stage shots of their dancer.
Competition Photoshoots
Dance Competition Photography
Advanced Competition team shoots take your dancers to the next level. Special lighting and custom made set designs add a unique and exciting element to the day. Your top level dancers are shown at their most epic-with action poses that are sure to impress!
We create a light hearted, encouraging and non-rushed day, to maximize your dancer's confidence and creativity.
BENEFITS OF HAVING A SEPARATE COMPETITION SHOOT
*Extra time allotted for the perfect action pose, really showing off your talented dancers.
*Your dance school has dynamic images, great for social media and marketing.
*Professional Faculty headshots are FREE. This is exclusive to competition shoots.
"Ash's work is absolutely amazing!! We are so excited we have found them and plan to book all of our Studio's photoshoot needs. Book your studio NOW! You won’t regret it!"
CLASS & GROUP PHOTOGRAPHY
Ashley Lodge Photography handles groups of any size during competition and recital shoots. We will work along side you to create a organized and time sensitive shoot. We schedule your day to include groups for each class, and create fun and different group poses, totally or unique or posed on moments in the dance.
PHOTO GIFTS
Parents have the advantage of ordering, downloading and purchasing all from one convenient site! They can select from a variety of print options and products. All images are uploaded to your school's personal gallery, where parents will have access codes for parents to view and purchase images.
NUTCRACKER & HOLIDAY SHOOTS
Capture the spirit of the season with beautiful images of your Nutcracker or Holiday performances.
Images are delivered in plenty of time for Holiday gift giving! The photoshoots are ran in the same way as recital shoots, so please refer to the information above.
We also offer DVDs of your performance, professionally recorded and available on DVD or digitally.
Studio and Performance shots help you save the memories-and sell tickets!!
PROFESSIONAL VIDEO
Our incredible team is now offering professional video capture during your recital, competition showcase, or Winter performance. With a simple media fee per dancer, all parents are guaranteed a high resolution video file, with an option to purchase a DVD for an additional $10
We can also produce a 3-5 minute video during your photoshoot for an additional fee of $150 per dance
"Ash has been taking my daughter’s dance photos for years. One of the most creative people I have ever met, we always have so much fun at sessions! She has done wonders for my little girl’s confidence! Highly recommend anyone looking for great work."
We do headshots and private photoshoots, too!
Talk to us when you book your studio so we can schedule individual shots of your dancers. These are great for ID cards, as well as headshot submissions for dance intensives, or photogenic award entries at competitions!
Questions? Contact us!
