My Story

Hello! I’m Shawn Salley, a fashion and theatre photographer based in New York City. I create images that are true to color while also jumping off the page or screen to capture audience's attention, both out in the world and on the stage.

Prior to taking on a full-time career in photography, I worked as a middle school music teacher. Over time, I’ve discovered that all of the same artistic details that I love about music – the drama, the textures, the stories, the contrast, just to name a few – also applied directly to photography. This unique life experience gives me a perspective that I believe translates into beautiful narrative imagery that I have the privilege of capturing through my lens.