I love photography! I love the challenge of looking at the world through a narrow lens and capturing images that most people don’t see. Doing this while simultaneously capturing something beautiful, exciting and/or interesting fuels my passion. I love music and the arts. I am awestruck by creativity. Being in the presence of artists, while they create their art, inspires me and I put that inspiration to work for you. It is your creativity that will inspire my photography. Perhaps we can inspire each other. If you want to work with a photographer who admires what you do, I’m the guy for you. I love a good party! The air is filled with the best emotions. I love to capture these emotions and freeze them in time. I call my style “journalistic”. I blend in with the party as if I were an invited guest so that the actual guests can ignore me and my camera and be themselves. Nothing tells the story of a party like a good candid photograph. I would love to share my enthusiasm for photography with you. Contact me today to discuss your project. I'm looking forward to working with you.
You don't take a photograph, you make it. -Ansel Adams
Musical Performance: Independent bands need quality photos for press kits, fliers, website, album covers, liner notes, etc. I have more than a decade of experience shooting bands on-stage, in the studio and in rehearsal. I also have a personal passion for music which comes through in my photography. Artists & Art: I am endlessly fascinated by the creative process, from performance art to mixed media. Capturing the energy of static art, particularly sculpture, is a personal passion. I can help your audience experience your three dimensional work through the two dimensional medium of photography. Casual & Corporate Events: casual wedding, family reunion, milestone birthday/anniversary, going away party, restaurant/bar opening, gallery opening, charity/fund-raising event, annual company party, etc. When shooting a special event, my style can best be described as journalistic. I will mingle and become part of the party so that your guests can ignore my camera and be themselves. I will capture the mood and energy of your event with outstanding candid photography. Casual Portraits: location based portraits of families, groups, individuals, etc.Dan Eldridge Photography specializes in:
Serving NYC through New Jersey to Philadelphia & Eastern PA (US1, I-95, I-78 corridor) Testimonials
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“I had a great photo session with Dan at The Stone Pony! He is very professional but also came in and immediately was a friend at our party. Dan captured some great shots of the show! Between his personable presence and his passion for his work it quickly becomes a very comfortable experience to work with him. I will surely work with Dan again, and I highly recommend him.” -Darren DeMarco, Singer/Songwriter Musical Performance: Live Show Photos from this show
“I’m the bass player for NJ rocker Darren DeMarco. When we first found out that we were performing at the legendary Stone Pony in Asbury Park NJ, I immediately told Darren that for this show, ‘WE DEFINITELY NEED KILLER PHOTOS!’ For any up and coming band it’s imperative that you take full advantage of performances at venues that can help your career. Darren introduced me to Dan about an hour before our set and I felt like I knew him all my life! Just a great guy with a super personality, I was excited to see how he approached shooting such an important show for us. When I saw the prints during the following week, I was blown away! Dan captured the true essence of the show! The excitement, the energy and most of all the passion shared by Darren, myself and our other band mates. Dan is a true artist who has ‘the eye’ as they say and knows how to capture emotion. I highly recommend him for ANY “LIVE” PERFORMANCE you might have!!” -Danny Rongo, Bassist with Darren DeMarco / Solo singer, songwriter / Founder of The DR Onesong Foundation Musical Performance: Live Show Photos from this show
"Dan has photographed several events for Summit Medical Group, and has always provided a creative array of high quality images. He is very personable and works well with people - from kids to high powered execs - and has always been a pleasure to do business with." -Eileen O’Shaughnessy, Marketing Director, Summit Medical Group Corporate Event: Art Opening Selected photos from this & other SMG events
“Dan did a location shoot at BB King Blues Club in NYC for my band Human Wheels. We couldn't have been happier - Dan's shots were very artistic, he has a great eye! The posed group shots came out wonderfully. He also shot stage photos during our performance in a way that was not distracting to the band or the audience. His personality is friendly and easygoing, which puts everyone at ease! He was reliable, and the proofs were finished in a very timely manner. I would highly recommend him!” -Jody Lisa, Human Wheels - Playing the Music of John Mellencamp Musical Performance: Live Show Photos from this show
“Thanks so much for photographing our 2012 prom. Everyone loved the pictures and we hung them all over the school. We are making a memory book this year and plan on using many of the pictures from that event. I look forward to working with you on future events and would be happy to recommend your services to anyone in need of event photography. Thanks again.” -Alisha Cole, Director, Imagine Nation Learning Center Corporate Event: Annual Celebration Selected photos from this event
"I recently engaged the services of Dan Eldridge Photography for my daughter's Sweet Sixteen party. Dan's style of blending into the crowd worked quite well, since the last thing teenagers want is to feel like there's an adult hanging around. He took all the posed family pictures that we requested, plus took many candid photos - he really captured the good time everyone was having. He arrived in plenty of time & turned the online proofs around very quickly, with the disk & proof book not far behind. All in all, we were very happy with the services Dan provided and would not hesitate to hire him again in the future." -Eric Weisser Sweet 16 Party
“Thanks for the great shots of our grand opening. All the pictures were top notch. You really managed to catch the excitement of the day!” -Paul Miller, Founder, Active Learning Centers Corporate Event: Grand Opening
"I wanted to say a word of thanks for the great photos you shot for my 75th birthday. They completely captured the day and everyone there was included. I especially appreciated the non-intrusive way that you went about your business. You blended right in and I don't think anyone was aware of your task at hand. Great job. Again, thanks." -Jack McGrath Birthday Party