Jane Cato Photography Studio

We call it the C-Jump!

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.

Star light, star bright, first star I see tonight...

A delightful ballerina star...

On location ballet dance school portrait, Tampa-St. Petersburg area, Florida, USA.

Ending = New Beginning (with a #tutu on top) #dance

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.

Babies...my style.

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.

♡

I could hold you for a million years...(lyrics: Bob Dylan)

Babies are so cute. ♡

 

Silver Pointers.

My silver painted pointe ballet shoe fix for today!

Seated Ballerina.

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.

 

 

Have a Holly Jolly 2012!

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. ♡

Dance is beauty at work (acrobatic contortion pose)

Love the line, the focus, the control, the beauty.

2012 Excitement: Dance, Dancers, Tutus, and more

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.

 

Merry Christmas & Happy Red Pointe Shoes!

Wishing you and yours all the best.

You are beautiful.

Beach Portraits: Tampa-St. Petersburg, Florida

These lovely ladies look beautiful in every image taken today at the beach. Some of my early favorites during editing...

Holiday Ballet Dance Show: Tampa, Florida

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!

Girls in white lyrical dresses...heavenly!

Love the flowing white lyrical dresses and the flowing red hair!

Heavenly.

I agree, these yellow painted pointe shoes rock!

One of the most searched for images on my blog...

And, yes, I agree, she is LOVELY. ♡

 

It's a beautiful day with a beautiful girl in the neighborhood!

I am surrounded by such beauty.

Cyber Monday: Gift Certificate Special

First ever special on gift certificates for 2012 products & services!

Find me on Facebook (Jane Cato Photography) for details.

Dance studio recital portraits-Tampa

I had a blast photographing these wonderful dancers...and even more fun watching them perform!

Photographer: Jane Cato

Costumes: Ferreira Dance Costumes

My Pointe Shoe Fix for the Day!

For those of us who have this pointe shoe addiction...

My Lyrical Dance Portrait Fix for the Day!

Artistic passion = seeing the beauty = witnessing the dancer

I adore this lyrical dance pose by the lovely A.M.

Love: Dance, Pointe Shoes, & Le Tutu

My pointe shoe and tutu fix for the day...

Sunday afternoon

Captivated by television and raspberries.

Happy Homecoming 2011!

Fun photoshoot with some awesome kids in downtown St. Petersburg...on their way to the Homecoming dance. 

Good Night Sleep Tight

Sweet dreams baby girl. ♡

Silver pointe shoes. Dance portrait photography (St. Petersburg, FL)

My continued fascination with pointe ballet shoes of all colors. Silver. ♡

Acrobatic & Contortion Posing in St. Petersburg, Florida!

This dancer...oohs & ahhs me! Watching her settle into this pose was something I'll never forget. It took my breath away! ♡

Jazz Pose-Dance Recital Portraits!

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

Happy.

Seeing this makes me happy. ♡

Dad & his newborn daughter

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. ♡

Black & White Tutu, Yellow Painted Pointe Shoes, Something for Everyone!

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.

White pointe shoe cuteness!

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.)

♡

What Love Looks Like

These little flower girls at rehearsal rocked my world!

Dancer & Teacher

I adore this *unposed* image of a dancer and her teacher. I hope you like it too.

Newborn Babies: Tampa Bay area

Mom & Dad agreed to outdoor newborn portraits, and this adorable baby was cooperative too!

 

Hello little one, it is so nice to meet you!

I am honored to be one of the first to meet this little pumpkin sweetheart! ♡

Newborn babies are (insert obvious comment here) so cute!! ♡

Pink Pointe!

Tutus and pointe ballet shoes...just can't get enough of them!

Tutu is by Revolution Dancewear.

Corporate Headshots: Tampa Bay area!

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. ♡

 

Tutus, pointe shoes, pink, & black!

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.)

The C-Jump

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.

Dance Recital Portraits Tampa Bay, Florida

Loving the energy and attitude of this beautiful ballerina!

Tutu: Revolution Dancewear

 

 

Energy!

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.

 

Real

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.

Making magic.

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.

Lyrical Duet: I'll Follow You Into The Dark

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.

I love babies.

Two words: newborn baby.

*Love*

 

The Kickline, Revisited

Place: High School Talent Show

Performers: High School Dance Team

Passion: Yes!

 

Portrait of a Dancer

This image says so much to me.  I hope it says something to you too.

Yellow pointe shoes with a contemporary tutu

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!

Cats: SPCA Tampa Bay

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...

♡

By request...blue pointe ballet shoes

I never tire of looking at this image...

And, it's one of my most "searched for" dance portraits.

I hope you like it too.