Rowan's Creative Senior Session in Manhattan

I have photographed Rowan since he was a baby, so when his mom texted me requesting his senior photos, I said "Yes! Of course." I like to visit NY and remember my time living there.

Rowan is a theater major, a major fan of the Yankees, and, like many boys, plays video games. He has been a part of the afterschool program for performing art at Rosie's Kids for years. His dancing skills are incredible! I have yet to see him act, but I can't wait for that. We did a three-part shoot for Rowan, covering all the bases. We began at the park near his house and met up with his lifelong friend Mason. We then went back to his apartment and got some shots with his younger brother who just came home from using a game but did want to go the theater district with us. And sadly, no family photo because their Dad was out of town on business that weekend. And, next time for the younger brother.

Then we motored down to the theater district to get a couple of shots I envisioned there. None of us really wanted to take the time to go down there on a Sunday afternoon, knowing how busy it would be, but we did and we got great shots. Also, I felt it was important to document him there because he went there after school four days a week for many years. I appreciate how New York City kids travel solo! They experience freedom long before other kids--like my daughter at 16 with her license.

Here is how Rowan's senior photos began. And yes, he picked out his outfits, even washing them the night before. His mom, Eva, did iron them for him like a good momma. Did she stress a little before the shoot? Yes. All normal stuff. :)

I created a double-exposure image on the street outside of Rowan's apartment building. I love creating these and I know his mom who has a small art collection appreciates it too. She still has a piece of mine from 1997 in their apartment!

On to the theater district.

At the subway entrance, where I can only imagine the countless times Rowan has traveled.

At Times Square. Shortly thereafter, I lost my new lightweight, carbon-fiber, mini, easy-to-travel, almost too-lightweight-to-be-useful tripod, but that's ok, the magic with it was complete.

And our last shot of the day, outside of Rosie's Theater Kids. I look forward to all of the wonderful things that he will do, and most importantly, the path of following an acting career is sure to be adventurous. Go Row!