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Dallas is a lively city, rich in cultural landmarks like the Reunion Tower and its thriving Arts District. Famous for its BBQ and Tex-Mex food, Dallas also has deep roots in both the oil industry and the history of the American cowboy. Dallas Lifestyle photographers capture the city’s energy, old and new, showing real moments from wild rodeos to serene ranches to the NFL Dallas Cowboys. These Lifestyle photographers help portray the distinctive Dallas blend of the city’s modern vibe and its significant Western heritage.
At Wonderful Machine, we define Lifestyle photography as depicting an idealized, aspirational version of real life. It usually features happy, attractive people dressed to impress, and doing fun things in beautiful places.
Stewart Cohen is a Dallas-based Lifestyle photographer who was born in Montreal inside an elevator during a snowstorm to an architect dad and an actress mom. Some say that this is how he got his discerning sense of shot design and a love of casting people, however, none of this ever seemed relevant to him. Stewart worked out scenes at the dinner table for a solid 17 years while living at home which definitely left a mark on how he thinks. He gets a charge out of working with people from all walks of life, not only due to his upbringing but mostly due to his innate curiosity in hearing their stories and learning about what makes others tick.
Stewart’s select client list includes American Airlines, AT&T, BMW, Ford, Frito-Lay, Gatorade, Nike, PepsiCo, Pfizer, Southwest Airlines, Toyota, Verizon, and Walmart.
Dallas-based Lifestyle photographer Tadd Myers sees himself as a storyteller. The difference is, his photographs do the speaking. As a commercial photographer, Tadd’s passion is composing photos that speak about the subject powerfully and memorably. He is drawn to locations and backgrounds that complement the talent, just enough to ensure that the subject dominates the image.
While growing up in Texas and spending many days in and around his father’s printing company, Tadd has been drawn to the meticulous details of quality craftsmanship. From those days of operating an offset press at the age of 15, Tadd has carried lessons learned there into his photography business. His experiences have built in him a true love of both the technical and artistic sides of his craft. He believes it’s the balance of both that leads to images that resonate and remain with the viewer.
Tadd’s select client list includes American Airlines, Apple, Chevrolet, D Magazine, Harvard University, New Balance Shoes, Russell’s Reserve Bourbon Whiskey, Sears Craftsman Tools, Southwest Airlines, USPS, Verizon, and Walmart.
Pedro Oliveira is a Dallas-based Lifestyle photographer who has been shooting professionally for a little over seven years. His rather fast-ascending career has warranted Pedro the nomination to the “Top 10 Photographers of 2020” by PhotoPolitic.
Pedro’s select client list includes Forbes, National Geographic, Vanity Fair, LA Weekly, Volvo, Hyundai, The Guardian, Johns Hopkins University, the musical Hamilton, Der Spiegel, Almarai, Home Instead Senior Care, and APS.
Dallas-based Lifestyle photographer Terri Glanger loves shooting food, people, and interiors and often enjoys the opportunity to combine all three elements in a single shot. For her, working with clients and agencies to create images that elevate and clarify their brands is a true calling. She ensures every photoshoot is collaborative, relaxed, efficient, and enjoyable.
Terri holds a BFA in Studio Art with a primary concentration in photography. Her fine art background has fostered a profound understanding and reverence for sharpening the ability to “see” both thoroughly and critically. Striving to capture genuine moments and present subjects uniquely and compellingly, Terri values the collaborative nature of commercial photography. She is committed to delivering exceptional results, always giving 100% to honor the client’s time, investment, and brand.
Terri’s select client list includes American Leather, Bath & Body Works, BurgerFi, Cantoni, Chili’s, Frito-Lay, Lufthansa, Google, NASCAR, and PepsiCo.
R.J. Hinkle is a Dallas-based Lifestyle photographer who before delving into the commercial world devoted 13 years to photojournalism, working for a variety of newspapers and magazines as well as United Press International and the Associated Press. With more than 15 years of experience as a commercial photographer, he has amassed an impressive body of editorial and advertising work. With a slew of experience working alone with what he can carry on his back or running large-scale productions with grip trucks, RVs, craft services & big crews, R.J.’s editorial style has garnered favor with editors, art directors, and marketing folks alike. He has a degree in Photocommunications from Texas Tech University, where he serves on the College of Media & Communications’s National Advisory Board.
R.J.’s select client list includes Walmart, SpeedSquare, Grandy’s, Interbank, H-E-B, Uline, Private Clubs Magazine, and Southwest Airlines.
Dallas-based Lifestyle photographer Erica Connolly has been consumed by wanderlust for as long as she can remember. Her deep desire to experience the world shapes the way she documents it. Erica loves the challenge of capturing a destination’s heartbeat, which lives in all the tiny, vibrant intricacies that most people overlook. Whether it’s the way the ice takes shape against the frigid water in Eastern Greenland, the wrinkles on the hands of master artisans in Oaxaca, or the colorful tiles that line the underside of balconies in Madrid, she takes pride in stringing together the details to reveal the true essence of a place.
Erica’s job as a storyteller—chasing natural light, color, and details with her camera as an extra limb—is one of her greatest honors and joys. With a focus on lifestyle and travel photography, Erica excels in portraying the authentic and intimate moments that define each place she visits. Her past experiences of living abroad and working as a flight attendant have greatly influenced her work. These experiences have helped Erica cultivate a business rooted in hospitality, communication, empathy, and adaptability.
Erica’s select client list includes Expedia, Netflix’s Queer Eye, The Washington Post, Wild Sam Magazine, and Mexico in My Pocket.
Scott Slusher, a native of Stillwater, Oklahoma, discovered his passion for photography as a child with a film camera handed down from his dad. In 2003, this interest blossomed into Scott Slusher Photography, combining his fashion degree and love for Western grit. He is now based in Dallas with his stylist wife Lisa and their son State. Scott captures the intersection of style and life, excelling in fashion and Western Lifestyle. His dedication to originality and beauty shines through, with award-winning work that continues to inspire.
Scott’s select client list includes Stetson, Wrangler, Lucchese, Tecovas, Filson, J.Crew, Levi’s, Pendleton Woolen Mills, Boot Barn, and Ralph Lauren.
The Dallas Lifestyle photographers featured in this article help clients bring the stories of both the DFW area and every city they capture to life!
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