Children, children....
"Over the years I've loved having Stewart as the photographer at
several events I've attended. He has a brilliant ability to
capture subtle nuance of emotion as well as to find and showcase beauty
where others might not immediately see it. Stewart's shots of my
kids capture their personalities to a T. .... He's completely
unobtrusive as a photographer...I strongly recommend Stewart Dean for
photography and portraiture work... especially for any work involving
kids!"
Jen D., San Diego
Parent & Child
"I've been following Stewart's
photography for years. He has the unique ability to capture the moment
of greatest synergy with his subjects. His images resonate with
sensitivity and heartfelt emotional content."
P. Pollets, Seattle, WA
"Over the years I've loved having Stewart as the
photographer at several events I've attended. He has a brilliant
ability to capture subtle nuance of emotion as well as to find and
showcase beauty where others might not immediately see it.
Stewart's shots of my kids capture their personalities to a T. I
look back at his
photos of my vivacious daughter running in the grass or my reticent son
trying to fade into the background, and I feel like I'm right there
hearing their voices and thinking their thoughts. He's completely
unobtrusive as a photographer. When I view his work
after-the-fact, I'm struck by the sharpness and clarity of the shots
given how unaware I was of his presence! I strongly recommend
Stewart Dean for photography and portraiture work... especially for any
work involving kids!"
Jen D., San Diego
grandparents too.....
... there is more child imagery at
the Halloween
section ...
"Adults"...showing both substance of time and the
spirit within....
"Stewart is a talented artist with a kind nature and a lifetime
of professional experience. He has an amazing eye and a gift for
capturing his subjects' spirit, personality, and unique light. In
an age when everyone carries a camera in their pocket, it's remarkable
to see the magic a true professional photographer can create. I
highly recommend Stewart's services."
Emily V., Wappingers, NY
....sisters...
=
...great souls ...
"If I could relive the milestone times in my life -- a
graduation, a wedding, an anniversary, a special birthday -- or simply
want to record life's joyous moments -- playing music or dancing -- I
would choose Stewart Dean to record the event with his camera. He is a
sensitive soul and a uniquely talented photographer, who captures the
spirit and essence of pivotal times in life. A collection of Stewart's
photos will become a treasured family heirloom."
Julian and Lee S. of Binghamton
I have had the pleasure of working with Stewart Dean for many
years now, and have frequently used his work as a professional
teacher/entertainer. I often peruse his online portfolio for aesthetic
enjoyment, as well as, for the memories of the wonderful events he has
documented.
In his work you will find a depth that goes beyond the common
photographer. His attention to light and shadow, line and flow,
dynamics, and other artistic qualities is masterful. But this is not
the main reason I come back to his work. Every individual that Stewart
photographs is presented in all of their uniqueness, in all of their
strength and vulnerability. Stewart doesn't simply capture a person at
a particular time and place, he creates a window which invites us to
encounter the enduring, special beauty of his subject.
John Krumm, Teacher, Composer, Performer
"When working with Stewart Dean as a photographer, I never have
to worry about finding the perfect photo for a design or a website.
I do, however, worry about finding too many perfect photos."
Amy Pace, graphic designer
"I usually do not enjoy having my picture taken,but Stewart
takes wonderful pictures that I enjoy and treasure.
It seems that all of my truly favorite pictures were taken by
him."
Terry K., Albany
Musicians
"Each of my adult children has a 5 X 7 of me contra dancing at
Fiddle and Dance Camp. Photographer, Stewart Dean, was able to capture
how I want to be remembered, in motion, filled with joy. He has the
talent and the tools for freezing the action at just the right moment.
He infuses a still life of a music case, a young person's barrette, a
pair of well-used dancing shoes, with the depth of color and fine
composition of a classic oil. Stewart is an artist."
Sarah K., Bearsville, NY
"Stewart Dean’s photos
have captured lightning in a bottle for me many times over. He is a
master at making images of once-in-a-lifetime memories -- and I have
the pictures to prove it.
I was lucky to step in front of Stewart’s camera over several years at
music camps at the Catskills’ Ashokan Center. Each day of the week-long
camps, he made many hundreds of candid images of musicians and dancers.
Each night, he edited and color corrected hundreds of the best to share
the next day. I am struck by Stewart’s consistent ability
to anticipate and capture the essential moment in his photos. His
images that caught some of my favorite times are now personal
treasures."
John Johnson, Virginia
... Halloween in Woodstock ...
As
Bob Dylan said of Woodstock when he lived there,"The circus is in
town". But say what you will, there are two things Woodstock
knows how to do with flair:
dress up and have a party. These two come together every year at
a wonderful Halloween costume party in the late afternoon on the
village green.
2016
Learning
Dancers....dancing life, dancing love
"Most of us can take a picture. Some of us can even take
beautiful photos. Photographer Stewart Dean takes it a step further.
His photos tell wonderful stories about life, rich with soul and energy'
Amy Pace, graphic designer
click here to see a video of
the dance imaged above
"When I'm designing promotional materials for events, I look for photos
that make the viewer wish they could just jump right into the scene.
Stewart's photos do just that. He captures the magic—you can
almost hear the music and laughter."
Amy Pace, graphic designer
Singers....
Family
More portraiture and candid imagery here
