The Artistry Behind the Image

Based in Chandler, Arizona, David Lloyd Photography brings more than four decades of artistic vision, technical expertise, and creative distinction to Fine Art Portraiture, Couture Fashion, Boutique Weddings, and Commercial Photography.

A Master of Photography, Photographic Craftsman, and Certified Professional Photographer, David Lloyd combines the discerning eye of an artist with the precision of an engineer. His background in photographic design and advanced lighting has shaped a distinctive approach to creating imagery that is both technically accomplished and deeply expressive.

Beyond the camera, Lloyd is an accomplished author and dedicated educator, sharing his mastery of photographic lighting through personalized instruction and workshops.

Every photograph begins with a vision—and becomes an enduring expression of artistry, character, and light.

Meet Your Photographer, David Lloyd

I Invite you to Explore my Photographic Services

And see where your journey begins… (see below)

Commissioning Artwork and Business Assets to Promote your Company’s Product and Services

Every business has specific goals in how they desire to present themselves to prospective clients with their products and or services. Our goal at David Lloyd Photography is to understand your goals and find the best way to represent that as a visual image for your Annual Report or promotional materials. In the two examples below, a physical therapist focuses on helping patients rebuild physical balance from issues such as vertigo or other age or physiological issues. Elite Auto Repair, left, assures customers of quality service and a comfortable waiting area, along with expert advice on your visits.

Heirloom Custom Chandelier Company Manufactures Hand Made Custom Designs…

Old School Motorcycle Company

A unique experience in modern manufacturing, Old School Motorcycle Company, manufactures replica Harley Davidson Motorcycles with modern parts, to create a unique and one of a kind ride for their customers. Each custom build is manufactured to represent and replicate a vintage design with street modern materials, designed for safety comfort and ride ability. Is this your next ride? We achieved this level of photographic quality at Loft 19 Studios, owned and operated by Floyd Banister. With a large cyclorama and equally large overhead soft-box powered by eight Profoto Flash units, models and clothing design complimented the day.

A Family Portrait of Heirloom Quality

When A Commissioned Family Portrait, Chronicles Each Year of Your Children’s Lives

Important and sometimes impromptu moments occur spontaneously

A Classic Family Portrait

In preparation for a job transfer overseas in Okinawa, Japan, the Sebastian Family, wanted to commission a memorable family portrait, representing their family life in America, as their three daughters would be attending Japanese school on the island of Okinawa, where cultural influences would likely change the family dynamic as they grew into a new culture.

Never knowing just where life’s changes will bring you, the opportunities for memorable family portraits, become significant in the telling and chronicling of small and major events. A new life in Japan, a new child, the high School or college graduation. The upcoming wedding. Wherever your life takes you, professional photography, albums and wall portraits, will tell your story. Book a portrait consultation today! (480) 284-5516

Whatever Your Corporate or Personal Vision, David Lloyd Photography Can Provide You with Exceptional Creative Excellence

Professional Branding

Professional Branding and Personal Headshots

A striking professional presence is essential for today's market. David Lloyd Photography provides high-end executive headshots and corporate branding photography designed specifically for business executives, industry leaders, and entrepreneurs looking to rebrand themselves. Combining technical mastery from a background as a photographic design engineer with professional studio portraiture, we craft imagery that commands authority, builds immediate trust, and highlights your unique professional identity.

Brian The Pianist

The above photograph of Brian B., a software Engineer, was looking to update his LinkedIn profile with a more current photograph of himself. He told me, in our client conference meeting, that he was also an accomplished pianist and wanted to create that view of himself, of his artistic side as a personal project. That personal wish, resulted in the stunning black and white portrait seen above. Sensitive, provocative, story telling.

Commissioning the Fantasy Fine Art Portrait

Every fantasy portrait begins with something real—you. Starting with a personal photograph, David Lloyd develops an AI-assisted visual interpretation inspired by the character, strength, elegance, or imagination you carry within.

This is not simply a costume applied to an unfamiliar face. Your recognizable identity remains at the heart of the artwork, while photographic realism, creative direction, and imaginative detail bring an inner vision to life. The result is a unique and personal fantasy portrait—believable in its realism, expressive in its fantasy, and distinctly your own.

Whether created as a personal work of art, an evocative statement for your brand, or a memorable addition to a modeling or creative portfolio, contact David Lloyd Photography to schedule your consultation.

An Image from a Dream

Carefully created to depict half memory, half dream through the landscape of imagination, Loretta realizes her inner vision as a crafted work of art set onto canvas for home decor wall art.

Couture - Film Noir

The Couture Film Noir Experience

For those captivated by the glamour and refinement of 1940s and 1950s fashion, The Couture Experience offers a portrait session inspired by the elegance of Hollywood and the editorial sophistication of Vogue.

Through carefully considered styling, expressive posing and beautifully sculpted lighting, we create portraits that feel timeless, dramatic and uniquely personal. More than a traditional portrait session, The Couture Experience is an opportunity to step into another era—and emerge with distinctive works of photographic art.

Vogue - Irving Penn Black & White Portraits

Film - Noir

The image below depicts the lighting setup we use to create the Film - Noir look with modern lighting equipment

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Vogue - Irving Penn Styling for Their Teen Years

As families grow, professional portraits take on new meaning and offer a dialog of opportunity. Recreating the style of Irving Penn and his collaboration with Vogue Magazine, to bring Fashion to their readers, set an era for elegance and style. Clothing, hair and minimal makeup open the door to create special portraits of your growing children.

Creative OCF Lighting Techniques for Photographers

My book, Creative OCF Lighting Techniques for Photographers, is a comprehensive technical and visual guide to the creative use of off-camera flash for Environmental Portraiture. A unique pictorial guide to creating your own Environmental Portraits with ease and Professionalism. Watch the video below for a fun peek into the world behind the book.

Through detailed lighting diagrams, behind-the-scenes stories, step-by-step instruction, and an extensive collection of color and black-and-white photographs, the book demonstrates how ambient light and electronic flash can be measured, shaped, and carefully balanced to create dimensional, expressive imagery on location.

Written by David Lloyd, M.Photog.Cr., CPP—Master Photographer, Photographic Craftsman, Certified Professional Photographer, lighting engineer, author, and educator.

The Art of Film Photography

Depicted in the photograph above is Arizona’s very own Sentimental Journey. A living piece of aviation history, this beautifully restored Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress pays homage to the iconic aircraft commissioned during World War II. Operated by the Commemorative Air Force, this majestic bomber is adorned with authentic nose art and markings reminiscent of its wartime counterparts.

In a recent visit to the Arizona Wing of the Commemorative Air Force, I captured this iconic piece of wartime history with my Rollieflex 2.8C on Ilford FP4, ASA 125 film. Of note is the richness of tones available with film. And with closer look, (click on the photo) the unique structure of film grain, only available with film. Unique and quality images like this are available upon request, when booking our photographic services. Call (480) 284-5516 to schedule a film portrait session, starting at $495.00

Awards & Recognitions

Image competition is the lifeblood of the American Society of Photographers. Each year, every state offers the ASP State Elite Award through its image competition—one of the most sought-after honors among ASP members. The award is presented to the ASP member in each state who earns the highest score. In Arizona, David Lloyd earned this distinction in 2024 and again in 2025.

“Congratulations! Earning the ASP State Elite also earns that maker’s image a place in the 2025 ‘ASP Best of the Best’ show. We are so excited to showcase these outstanding images—so proud of our members and their dedication to image competition.”

American Society of Photographers

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