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1974

I love to weave narratives through my imagery. For this personal project, I drew inspiration from 70's Americana and captured actress Emily Shephard and my son Damien, both of whom I photographed separately in my studio, then composited with a unique background I created with CGI.

Awards

Color Photography Contest

2023

Gold

Conceptual

Professional

1974

I love to weave narratives through my imagery. For this personal project, I drew inspiration from 70's Americana and captured actress Emily Shephard and my son Damien, both of whom I photographed separately in my studio, then composited with a unique background I created with CGI.

About Artist

Dale May

Dale May is a New York advertising photographer, commercial director, and photorealistic CGI artist specializing in pharmaceutical and global brand advertising campaigns, with over three decades of experience creating bold, narrative-driven work across advertising, entertainment, and healthcare. In 2025, he was named one of Lürzer’s Archive’s 200 Best Advertising Photographers and 200 Best Digital Artists, and was also recognized as IPA’s Special Photographer of the Year.

Dale May

Photographic Areas of Focus

Advertising & Commercial, Alternative Process, Fashion & Beauty, Fine Art, Food & Drink, Nude, People, Portrait, Sports

Location

United States of America

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