Over 37 years as a full-time photographer, I’ve worked with a wide range of clients and subjects. As a Certified Professional Photographer, I apply the same level of care and technical precision to every portrait, whether for executives, dancers, or families. These examples are here to show some of the breadth of my experience and the consistency of my results.
Ballet dancer in green leotard posing outdoors by a fountain in Central Virginia.
Full-body portrait of a ballet dancer in a green leotard posing beside a fountain in Central Virginia. Professional dance photography by Franklin Knox Photography, serving Richmond and Central Virginia.
Executive portrait photographed in Central Virginia
Professional executive headshot and business portrait taken outdoors in Central Virginia. Franklin Knox Photography specializes in Richmond corporate portraits, Charlottesville headshots, and high-end business photography.
Professional dancer photographed outdoors in Virginia by Franklin Knox Photography.
Outdoor dance portrait of a young dancer in Richmond, Virginia. Franklin Knox Photography specializes in professional portraits for dancers, executives, and families across Central Virginia.
A ballerina captured in a graceful forward pose, reflecting strength and artistry.
Studio ballet portrait photographed in Richmond, Virginia. Franklin Knox Photography creates refined portraits for dancers, professionals, and families, with a focus on precision lighting and elegant detail.
Equestrian portrait of rider posed with her horse.
Professional equestrian portrait created in Richmond, Virginia. A rider posed with her horse in a dramatic studio-style portrait, showing elegance and connection.
Professional author headshot created for book jacket use.
Book jacket portrait photographed in Richmond, Virginia. A professional author portrait designed for publishing, marketing, and publicity use.
Central Virginia business portrait photography of a female CEO, captured with blended studio and natural light in a professional environment.
Artistic duo dance portrait created in Richmond, Virginia. This professional dance photo highlights movement, balance, and expression, part of Franklin Knox Photography’s range in capturing performers and athletes.
Professional children’s portrait created outdoors in Central Virginia. Natural spring setting with flowers, photographed by Franklin Knox Photography.
Professional studio dance portrait of a female dancer in Richmond, Virginia. Captured in a modern pose to highlight strength, balance, and artistry.
Studio sports portrait of a fencer in Charlottesville, Virginia. Professional photography highlighting discipline, focus, and athletic strength.
Professional portrait of an older parent in Central Virginia. Timeless family photography that preserves legacy and celebrates loved ones.
Professional dance portrait in Richmond, Virginia, showing a dancer holding a dramatic backbend en pointe. Created to highlight the strength, flexibility, and artistry of ballet.
Contemporary studio portrait of a woman in a red blouse, created in Richmond VA. Professional photography for executives, creatives, and personal branding.
Elegant studio portrait of a woman in a flowing blue dress, created in Richmond VA. Professional photography available for portraits, fashion-inspired sessions, and personal branding.
Artistic black and white studio portrait of a dancer in a floor pose with arm extended, created in Central Virginia. Professional dance photography sessions highlighting form, expression, and strength.
Artistic silhouette portrait of two dancers in a duet pose, created in Charlottesville. Professional dance photography sessions highlighting strength, balance, and partnership.
Elegant ballet studio portrait of a young dancer posed en pointe in Richmond, Virginia. Professional dance photography highlighting strength, grace, and artistry.
Career portrait of a telecommunications engineer in Richmond, Virginia, posed with a digital multi-switch system. Professional business and technical portraits serving Richmond and Roanoke clients.
Professional dance portrait photography in Richmond, Virginia. Contemporary dancer posed with dramatic movement and flowing fabric, highlighting strength and artistry.
Professional dance portrait of a ballerina in midair performing Italian Pas de Chat. Captured in studio with dramatic lighting, serving dancers in Richmond and Roanoke, Virginia.
Professional Roanoke portrait photographer specializing in timeless black and white images with dramatic lighting. Available for personal and professional commissions.
Professional studio portrait photographed in Richmond, Virginia with controlled lighting. A clean, modern style suitable for headshots, branding, or creative portfolio sessions in Richmond and Roanoke.
Professional dance portrait of a ballerina holding an arabesque en pointe, photographed with dramatic studio lighting. Available for Richmond and Roanoke dancers seeking high-quality portfolio and performance portraits.
Professional youth basketball portrait photographed in Central Virginia with dramatic lighting. Available for athletes and families in Richmond, Roanoke, and across the region.
Professional dance photography in Central Virginia showing a dancer in a dramatic backbend with a red dress. Captured in studio to emphasize motion, elegance, and artistry.
Studio portrait of a male musician with guitar, captured in Richmond VA. Professional photography for artists, performers, and creatives.
Studio portrait of a jazz dancer in Richmond, Virginia. This professional dance portrait highlights strength, rhythm, and expression. Available to dancers and performers across Richmond and Roanoke.
Large group portrait photographed at the Eastern Tandem Rally in Williamsburg, Virginia. Demonstrates expertise in evenly lighting very large groups for organizations, events, and professional gatherings across Richmond, Roanoke, and Central Virginia.
Professional portrait of an older parent, photographed with careful lighting to bring out detail, personality, and character. Many families choose to preserve portraits of their parents or grandparents at this stage of life. Serving Richmond, Roanoke, and Central Virginia with family and generational portraiture.
Dance company portrait session capturing synchronized movement and artistry in studio lighting. These sessions are ideal for marketing, posters, and company branding. Available for dance schools and companies in Richmond, Roanoke, and throughout Central Virginia.
Studio portrait of a musician with guitar, created with professional lighting and attention to expression. Musicians and performers in Richmond, Roanoke, and Central Virginia trust Franklin Knox Photography for portraits that communicate personality and professionalism.
A fine art black-and-white dance portrait created with studio lighting, emphasizing elegance and movement. Franklin Knox Photography offers professional dancer portraits for clients in Richmond, Roanoke, and across Central Virginia.
Professional large family portrait session in Virginia, capturing parents with their seven children in a relaxed outdoor environment. Franklin Knox Photography provides family portraits in Richmond, Roanoke, and surrounding areas.
Professional dance portrait created in studio with dramatic directional lighting, showing a contemporary dancer in an expressive pose. Franklin Knox Photography offers dancer portraits in Richmond, Roanoke, and throughout Central Virginia.
Professional senior portrait of a young man in a tuxedo, photographed with dramatic studio lighting for a timeless look. Franklin Knox Photography provides senior portraits in Richmond, Roanoke, and across Central Virginia.
Professional dance portrait of two performers in a contemporary duet, photographed with clean studio lighting to highlight form and movement. Franklin Knox Photography creates dance portraits for individuals and companies in Richmond, Roanoke, and throughout Central Virginia.
rofessional artistic headshot photographed with dramatic studio light. Franklin Knox Photography provides creative portraits for actors, performers, and professionals in Richmond, Roanoke, and across Central Virginia.
Professional dance portrait inspired by Swan Lake, captured with dramatic studio lighting. Franklin Knox Photography provides high-quality ballet and dance portraits for performers and students in Richmond, Roanoke, and throughout Central Virginia.
Professional heels dance portrait created with high-key studio lighting. Franklin Knox Photography captures theatrical and commercial dance styles, serving dancers in Richmond, Roanoke, and across Central Virginia.
Fine art ballet portrait printed on 40-inch canvas and hand-finished with oil varnish.
Professional ballet portrait of a dancer in blue tutu, created by Franklin Knox Photography. This 40-inch wall portrait was printed on real canvas and enhanced by an oil painter with brushstrokes and varnish, blending photography and fine art. Available for dancers and families in Richmond, Roanoke, and Central Virginia.
Performer headshot in Old Hollywood style lighting, photographed for the stage production Radium Girls.
Black and white performer headshot created with Old Hollywood style lighting for a cast member in Radium Girls. Professional theatrical and acting portraits available in Richmond, Roanoke, and throughout Central Virginia.
Elegant bridal portrait in studio, offered at the same session rates as all portrait clients. A bargain for brides seeking top-tier quality without inflated wedding pricing.
Professional bridal portraits photographed in studio with full attention to detail, lighting, and artistry. Unlike typical wedding pricing, these sessions are billed at the same studio rates as all portrait clients — making them a true bargain for brides. Available to clients traveling from Richmond, Roanoke, and across Virginia.