This adorable young acrobatic dancer performed an unforgettable dance routine using this wheel and other props. And to top it off, her personality sealed the deal!
Idea conceived by Choreographer Susan Hartley.
Hair and make-up by the dancer's mom.
Photographed by Jane Cato on location at dance studio in the Tampa-St. Petersburg, Florida, USA area.
The C-Jump, beautifully executed by this talented, teenage, student dancer.
Acrobatic contortion posing, done on location at dance school/studio in the Tampa-St. Petersburg, Florida (USA) area, 2010.
A delightful ballerina star...
On location ballet dance school portrait, Tampa-St. Petersburg area, Florida, USA.
Endings are beginnings dressed in different clothes.
Black & white tutu and dance costume by Costume Gallery.
Hair styling by the dancer's mother. ♡
On location shoot at dance studio in St. Petersburg, Florida.
I like the baby portraits other artists have done...but I don't see babies that way.
This is one of the ways I see them.
Babies are beautiful.
And so are you.
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Babies are so cute. ♡
My silver painted pointe ballet shoe fix for today!
I call this "The Kelly Pose." There is something about this image that keeps drawing me in. It's definitely not the typical dance studio portrait. ♡
Costume by Costume Gallery.
Setting: On-location photo shoot at dance studio (school) for dance portraits (pictures) in the Tampa-St. Petersburg, Florida area.
Once again, I was working on client orders for holiday deadlines and decided we would need to send a 'Happy 2012' card instead of a 'Merry Christmas' one.
There is a story behind this card (there always is, isn't there?!)...which I may tell someday...but in the meantime, I hope you enjoy the front side of this year's holiday card. ♡
Love the line, the focus, the control, the beauty.
This just in: 2012 will be a beautiful year.
Pose: Ballet passé
Costume: Bodice, Tutu, Arm & Hairpieces by Revolution Dancewear
Photographed by Jane Cato on location during Dance Portrait Day at dance studio in Tampa Bay area-Florida.
Wishing you and yours all the best.
You are beautiful.
These lovely ladies look beautiful in every image taken today at the beach. Some of my early favorites during editing...
Spent a delightful afternoon photographing a holiday dance show. I adore this behind the scenes image. Such passion, artistry, concentration, and dedication. More to come!
Love the flowing white lyrical dresses and the flowing red hair!
Heavenly.
One of the most searched for images on my blog...
And, yes, I agree, she is LOVELY. ♡
I am surrounded by such beauty.
First ever special on gift certificates for 2012 products & services!
Find me on Facebook (Jane Cato Photography) for details.
I had a blast photographing these wonderful dancers...and even more fun watching them perform!
Photographer: Jane Cato
Costumes: Ferreira Dance Costumes
For those of us who have this pointe shoe addiction...
Artistic passion = seeing the beauty = witnessing the dancer
I adore this lyrical dance pose by the lovely A.M.
My pointe shoe and tutu fix for the day...
Captivated by television and raspberries.
Fun photoshoot with some awesome kids in downtown St. Petersburg...on their way to the Homecoming dance.
Sweet dreams baby girl. ♡
My continued fascination with pointe ballet shoes of all colors. Silver. ♡
This dancer...oohs & ahhs me! Watching her settle into this pose was something I'll never forget. It took my breath away! ♡
I love watching dancers develop their skills. This client is new to me this year, and she is absolutely lovely! Love this jazz dance pose for her portrait. She did a great job at recital!
3-piece Costume (jacket, leo, & hat): Revolution Dancewear
Jazz Pedini Shoes: Capezio
Photographer: Jane Cato
Location: St. Petersburg, Florida
Seeing this makes me happy. ♡
One of my most favorite things in the world...the look on a brand new baby's face. She looks so tiny here, safely nested in her dad's arms. ♡
Working on my Pointe Project and cannot get enough of these painted yellow pointe shoes, and the black and white contemporary tutu! Such a lovely dancer.
Working on my Pointe Shoe Project and this one made me smile! ♡
White lace-up pointe ballet dance shoes by Sansha, dance recital costume by Costume Gallery.
Note: all blog images are web-sized (low resolution.)
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These little flower girls at rehearsal rocked my world!
I adore this *unposed* image of a dancer and her teacher. I hope you like it too.
Mom & Dad agreed to outdoor newborn portraits, and this adorable baby was cooperative too!
I am honored to be one of the first to meet this little pumpkin sweetheart! ♡
Newborn babies are (insert obvious comment here) so cute!! ♡
Tutus and pointe ballet shoes...just can't get enough of them!
Tutu is by Revolution Dancewear.
I love doing headshots, and I've been fortunate to have the opportunity to do a lot of them lately! One of my favorite commercial clients needed images for her website on training...♡
Note: only low resolution images are used on my blog. ♡
I love everything about this image! The expression, the pose, the tutu, the colors, the fan, the properly tied pink pointe shoe, the feather headpiece, the sparkly earrings, the hosiery, the bows...love, Love, LOVE it!
And, this young lady did a fantastic job at the spring dance recital!
Costume by Costume Gallery (with some tweaking by the Artistic Director.)
I adore this stunning rendition of the C-Jump!
While lyrical and acrobatic dance poses for recital portraits can be challenging (for both the dancer & the photographer), they are enjoyable. ♡
Costume designed by the dancer using a variety of materials from retail clothing and craft stores.
Such a joy to photograph this amazing dancer! She makes it look easy, but as most of us know, there is nothing easy about dance. ♡
She will be performing a contemporary piece later this month during the annual dance recital.
Had a wonderful time covering the Grand Opening of Keller Williams Gulfside Realty's new office & market center! Squeezed in some business headshots too! Loved the artwork in the office. Nice.
The simple and elegant perfection of classical ballet...
the black leotard, the ballet pink tights, the properly tied pink pointe shoe,
the coiffed hair, the red lipstick,
the position of each part of the body, the slight tilt of the head, the pose,
the training, the practice, the passionate teacher, the dedicated student,
and...well...the artist with the camera who bears witness to the beauty. ♡
Making magic.
One of my favorite dances at a recent performance was a lyrical selection to Death Cab for Cutie's song "I'll Follow You Into The Dark."
The piece was choreographed by the dancers (with guidance from the Artistic Director.)
I had to hold on to my hat! Very moving.
Costumes and hair accessories were designed and constructed by the dancers using items purchased from clothing & craft stores.
Two words: newborn baby.
*Love*
Place: High School Talent Show
Performers: High School Dance Team
Passion: Yes!
This image says so much to me. I hope it says something to you too.
Digging these yellow pointe shoes & yellow belt with this black and white contemporary tutu and dance unitard.
Painted pointe shoes of various colors continue to be hot Hot HOT!
I have a little gig going with cats awaiting adoption at the SPCA Tampa Bay. They (the cats) let me play with them and I get to take their portraits!
Some favorite images from a recent visit...
This cat is right on trend with his natural gray coat and green eyes. He is accompanied by a whimsical pink feather accented with an orange & yellow handle!
Dressed and ready for any situation in his black-and-white tuxedo, this little guy exudes dignified confidence!
Brand new to the world, this little feller is particular to whom he shows his adorable tummy!
Wise beyond his years, I wonder what this little cat man is thinking...
Hmmm....now what?!
Until soon...
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