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Columbia Arthur Murray Silhouettes

Columbia, Maryland

To say that this was one of my favorite photo shoots is somehow an understatement! Leisa Howard, owner of the Columbia, MD studio had this idea for updating the images in the studio. Although I have photographed MANY dance events, this would be a very different collection of images. The goal was to make Arthur Murray Silhouettes using the staff at their studio. Since it would be easier to set this up at their location, I brought all my lighting to do the shoot there.

Joe and Leisa Howard in an Arthur Murray Silhouettes photo in the studio in Columbia, Maryland ©TimeLine Media
Arthur Murray Silhouettes of Joe and Leisa Howard at their studio in Columbia, MD ©TimeLine Media

Compared to dance events, these photos were made under much more controlled circumstances. As a lighting setup, I had two flashes firing into a white seamless background. This is not typical for me but on this occasion, the goal was to completely separate the subjects from the lighting. With this in mind the dancers are moved far from the background lights so that they fall into darkness. In effect they become silhouettes in an extreme contrast of subject and background. Afterwards I boosted the contrast even more to be black and white. This look mirrored some retro images of Arthur Murray posters of the past which is very appropriate for their walls.

Leisa and Joe Howard in an Arthur Murray Silhouettes photo in the studio in Columbia, Maryland ©TimeLine Media
Leisa and Joe Howard dance at their studio in Columbia, Maryland ©TimeLine Media

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2016 Summer Showcase Photos Released

Chevy Chase, MD studio at the 2016 Summer Showcase ©TimeLine Media
Chevy Chase, MD studio at the Summer Showcase ©TimeLine Media

DC Area Arthur Murray studios

The photos from last Sunday’s Arthur Murray 2016 Summer Showcase are now ready to view at the TimeLine Media proofing site! We were excited to head back the Hilton McLean in Tysons, VA for another event. Although it was on an unusual day on Sunday, the dancers came ready to perform.

Arthur Murray Summer Showcase photos at TimeLine Media

Student Showcases

At this time, I only got to photograph in the Rhythm room. Having photographer friends that can assist is so helpful! While they were covering the smooth routines in the last room, I was in the smaller room with the energetic music! Indeed, I do enjoy listening to the driving beats in the rhythm room. Moreover the exciting tracks get the crowd into the performances as well! Without a doubt this helps the dancers with a little boost to their energy. It brings out just that little bit more from their movement to impress the judges!

Silver Spring, MD studio student routine ©TimeLine Media
Silver Spring, MD studio student routine ©TimeLine Media
Silver Spring, MD studio student routine ©TimeLine Media
Silver Spring, MD studio student routine ©TimeLine Media
Ashburn, VA studio student routine ©TimeLine Media
Ashburn, VA studio student routine ©TimeLine Media
Arthur Murray Tysons social dancing at 2016 Summer Showcase ©TimeLine Media
Arthur Murray Tysons social dancing at 2016 Summer Showcase ©TimeLine Media

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That’s Dancing 2016 Summer Showcase released

That's Dancing Summer Showcase routines ©TimeLine Media
That’s Dancing 2016 Summer Showcase routines ©TimeLine Media

Jessup, Maryland

Photos from last weekend’s That’s Dancing 2016 Summer Showcase have been released at the TimeLine Media proofing site! This was the most crowded I can remember for their in-studio showcase. Where as there is usually plenty of space for my lights by the videographer cameras, we were up against this wall this time!

That’s Dancing Summer Showcase photos at TimeLine Media

Student Routines

Marielle and Carlos filled their studio for this showcase! This time, they had a Disney theme carried throughout the evening. Since I am a big ‘Star Wars’ fan that is part of the Disney umbrella, I connected with these the most. To illustrate these movies in dance was very creative!

Routine at That's Dancing studio ©TimeLine Media
Routine at That’s Dancing studio ©TimeLine Media
Pro-Am Dance routing at That's Dancing Ballroom ©TimeLine Media
Pro-Am Dance routing at That’s Dancing Ballroom ©TimeLine Media
That's Dancing Summer Showcase routine ©TimeLine Media
That’s Dancing Summer Showcase routine ©TimeLine Media
Pro-Am Dance routing at That's Dancing Ballroom ©TimeLine Media
Pro-Am Dance routing at That’s Dancing Ballroom ©TimeLine Media
Routine at That's Dancing studio ©TimeLine Media
Routine at That’s Dancing studio ©TimeLine Media

Thanks to all the dancers and the staff of That’s Dancing Ballroom in Jessup. Following their showcase, I know they like to redecorate their studios with photos. To be sure, these would look nice on their walls. The sparkly gold background really ties all of these together!

Student Showcase Routine ©TimeLine Media
Student Showcase Routine ©TimeLine Media

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