About Dorothy Shi Photography

About Dorothy Shi Photography

For over 20 years, Dorothy Shi has been one of New York City's most trusted photographers for corporate headshots, actor headshots, and corporate event coverage. Known for her warm personality, expert direction, and modern clean style, Dorothy's photography helps clients feel confident, polished, and truly themselves in front of the camera.

Her Upper West Side studio provides a comfortable, private environment with professional lighting, natural expression coaching, and an easy workflow designed for busy professionals, executives, actors, and families.

Corporate Headshot Expertise

Dorothy is highly sought after for corporate headshots and executive portraits, working with Fortune 500 companies, major law firms, medical groups, financial institutions, and business owners across New York City.

Clients appreciate her ability to:

  • Create flattering, confident portraits
  • Guide natural expressions
  • Provide consistent results for entire teams
  • Offer fast turnaround and professional retouching
  • Travel to offices around Manhattan for on-site shoots

Her clean, modern lighting style makes every headshot look sharp, professional, and aligned with today's branding standards.

Actor Headshots for Film, TV & Theater

Dorothy also specializes in actor headshots that capture presence, emotion, and personality. She works closely with talent agencies, casting directors, and performers of all ages to create images that stand out.

Her actor sessions include:

  • Expression coaching
  • Natural light, studio, or cinematic looks
  • Multiple outfit changes
  • The popular $399 four-look special
  • Images tailored for casting submissions and online profiles

Actors trust Dorothy for her ability to bring out real character on camera.

Corporate Event Photography

Dorothy provides professional photography for:

  • Corporate meetings
  • Conferences
  • Holiday parties
  • Award ceremonies
  • Law firm events
  • Financial events
  • Private company celebrations

Her event style is clean, documentary, and flattering — perfect for press, internal use, websites, and social media. She captures key speakers, VIP moments, candid interactions, and overall company culture.

Children Modeling & Commercial Photography

For families and agencies, Dorothy creates children's modeling and acting headshots with natural expressions, soft flattering lighting, and a calm atmosphere. Perfect for agency submissions, commercial auditions, e-commerce catalogs, and printed comp cards.

Children feel comfortable and guided throughout the session, resulting in authentic images with real personality.

E-commerce, Fashion & Product Photography

Dorothy works with designers, boutiques, and brands needing clean, consistent e-commerce and product images. Her studio offers:

  • Fashion photography (catalog + lookbook)
  • Beauty + skincare photography
  • Jewelry and accessories
  • Lifestyle product shots
  • Clean white background e-commerce images

This service supports small businesses and online shops throughout NYC.

A Photographer Who Makes You Feel Comfortable

What makes Dorothy stand out is her ability to help people relax in front of the camera.

Clients consistently describe her as:

  • Warm
  • Patient
  • Encouraging
  • Detail-focused
  • Creative
  • Professional

Her studio sessions feel easy, friendly, and supportive — even for clients who usually dislike being photographed.

Studio Location

Dorothy Shi Photography

400 Central Park West, New York, NY 10025
Upper West Side — across from Central Park

Explore Services

Our Recent Collaborations:

We at Dorothy Shi, are thrilled to announce an exclusive collaboration as the designated photographer for two of the most prestigious names in hospitality.

Four Seasons Hotel NYC
The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, New York

Corporate Clients:

Fashion Apparel Clients:

Notable Personalities/ Public Figure:

Roberta Flack
Maxi Priest
Richard Tyler
Whitney Houston
Left Eye from TLC
Alvin Ailey
Joffrey Ballet
Treach from Naughty By Nature
Hillary Clinton
Marla Maples
Lu Celania Sierra

Kathy Hochul
Governor of New York
Maritza Chan
1st Female Ambassador, Permanent Representative of Costa Rica
Donald Trump
President of United States
Ned Lamont
Governor of Connecticut

Book Your Session or Event Coverage

Call Us :+1 212-864-5931
Email : shishotme@gmail.com.

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