How do you handle editing and retouching?

I offer basic photo editing services including cropping, color correction, and lighting adjustments to enhance the overall quality of the images. In addition, all photos will receive edits to make your images match stylistically with the photos that you see in my portfolio.

How many photos will we receive?

The number of photos you will receive can vary depending on the length and nature of the event. However, a good estimate to use as a guideline is approximately 100 photos per hour of the event. Please note that this is an estimate and the actual number of photos may vary.

When will we receive the edited photos?

You will receive the edited photos within 2 weeks of your event. I understand that sometimes you may need your photos sooner, so I do offer rush options for an additional fee. Please let me know if you have any special time requirements and I will do my best to accommodate them.

Do you offer posed photos?

Yes, I am able to take posed photographs, but it's not my main focus. My specialty is capturing candid and natural moments that showcase the energy, emotion, and dynamics of the performance. While I can definitely take posed photographs, I recommend that you take a look at my portfolio to get a sense of my style and approach to concert photography.

Are there any additional expenses beyond the cost of the photoshoot?

When you book your photoshoot with me, there are no hidden costs or fees. The cost that is quoted to you during the booking process is the final amount you will be responsible for paying. You will not be required to pay any additional costs beyond what is quoted.

What are we able to do with the images?

You are free to use the photos for any personal or commercial use. However, as the photographer, I retain the copyright to the images.

How far in advance should I book?

I typically am booked around 6 months out, but I put no limit on that and I have repeat clients that regularly book me a year in advance in order to ensure their dates. The sooner you let me know the date you’re looking for, the better the chance I’ll be available.

Should we get photos of the actual performance or of a dress rehearsal?

It depends on what you're looking for. I have clients that opt for both, which is the best option since you get the best of both worlds, but if you're only choosing one, consider this: For the performance, I may not be able to move around as much, so the photos may not be as varied as in a rehearsal. However, I can get photos with the audience, which is important to many clients. For a rehearsal, you get more varied photos but no audience shots.

Opera Praktikos - There Will Be Cake! — Dan Wright Photography

Opera Praktikos, New York City's pioneering disability-affirmative opera company, recently delighted audiences with their matinee mono-opera concert series, There Will Be Cake!, held from December 12 to 14, 2024, at Asylum NYC.

This innovative production paired two dessert-inspired mono-operas, each exploring themes of memory, food, and the human experience.

The first piece, Bon Appétit!, composed by Lee Hoiby with text adapted by Mark Shulgasser, is a charming operatic take on Julia Child's classic cooking show, The French Chef. Mezzo-soprano Hailey McAvoy embodied the role of Julia Child, guiding the audience through the whimsical process of baking a French chocolate cake.

A performer in a vintage-style blue blouse, curly hair, and pearl necklace, energetically whisking ingredients in a copper bowl, with books and bottles in the background.

The second offering was the world premiere of Fluffernutter, a contemporary mono-opera inspired by the nostalgic New England peanut butter and marshmallow crème sandwich. Composed by Spicer Carr, a queer, autistic writer, with a libretto by Opera Praktikos co-founder Marianna Mott Newirth, Fluffernutter delves into the trials of adulthood and the comforting power of nostalgia. Zwischenfach Shanley Horvitz portrayed Sarah Karmichael, bringing depth and relatability to the character's journey.

A performer in a polka-dotted apron enthusiastically talking on the phone, standing at a table with jars of marshmallow fluff and peanut butter, surrounded by festive holiday decorations.

Under the stage direction of Gwynn MacDonald and musical direction of pianist Calvin Hitchcock, the performances seamlessly blended humor and introspection, creating an intimate atmosphere that resonated with audiences. The minimalist staging allowed the performers' talents and the evocative storytelling to shine, making the experience both accessible and engaging.

A performer holding a glass of white wine mid-gesture, dressed in a blue blouse with a name badge, standing behind a bar decorated with colorful wallpaper.

Opera Praktikos, established in 2021 by co-founders Greg Moomjy and Marianna Mott Newirth, is dedicated to making opera an inclusive and accessible art form for all. Their mission is to craft exceptional productions that transcend conventional barriers related to class, economic status, and physical challenges, ensuring that everyone can see themselves in the operas they produce.

A lively performer wearing a polka-dotted apron over a red dress, dramatically singing and gesturing with a spatula in a room adorned with Christmas lights.

Photographing There Will Be Cake! was a delightful experience, capturing the performers' dynamic energy and the audience's engagement. The production's emphasis on inclusivity and its innovative approach to opera were evident in every moment, making it a truly memorable event.

A musician focused intently on playing a digital keyboard in a warmly lit room with patterned wallpaper, wearing glasses and a mustard sweater.

For more information on everything Opera Praktikos is doing, visit their website. If you're planning a performance or event and want every moment beautifully captured, explore my portfolio at www.danwrightphotography.com and reach out through my contact page!

Opera Praktikos - There Will Be Cake!

Masterwork Chorus - Handel’s Messiah

Dr. Bixiao Wang at Weill Recital Hall

Dan Wright Photography

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