Dapper


This jaunty derby

was an essential part

of this young man’s

daily wear for school

for a time.

We artistic types recognize

what courage it takes

and what it costs

to be so different

in this world.

This tiny picture fragment

from long ago

becomes a testament

to childhood’s enduring,

beautiful spirit.

This is Why


To witness the moment in photographs.

To record the beautiful grace of infancy.

To remember the elders, travelling to see their new young one.

To document time, place, and reality for the future.

To make good energy visible for the home.

To celebrate the two, becoming three.

To honor the spirit of family.

This is why.

If I can help record your family legacy with fine lifestyle portraits, I welcome your inquiry at http://www.dorothyperry.com/contact/.


Original Face

Cease practice based

on intellectual understanding,

pursuing words and

following after speech.

Learn the backward step

that turns your light inward

to illuminate within.

Body and mind of themselves

will drop away,

and your original face

will be manifest. — Dogen


This ancient poem

holds the energy

of what I choose to see

in the world around me –

and what I seek to create.

Genuine. Inspired. Human.


Contact Dorothy at Perry Portrait Art

to commission new images and portraits

for the year to come!✨


Elevenses

11:11 am and 11:11 pm

summons powerful energy during the minute,

a conduit for positive light and prayers

for all present and gone.

Dorothy Perry is a Chicago natural light photographer of intelligent, soulful portraiture for families and creative entrepreneurs.

Contact Dorothy here.

Show of Hands

I photographed their parents elopement portrait

and their blending families,

and amongst the official moments

of this special day, of a new life,

they created a new portrait

especially for me to see.

I wish their big, brand new family

many moments of unity, amity, and love.


Perry Portrait Art captures real families and their good energy.

Complete the Contact Page to envision yours.

The Dance of Life

With all that changes, some things still remain the same:

A couple decides that their two will become one (and added little ones, too!)

And the energy of their precious private moment

becomes an artistic testament to their love.


Do the photographs in your home thrill you?

If they don’t, call me! I do my best to see you at your Best!

Dorothy Perry is a Chicago portrait photographer specializing in custom family portraits, modern headshots, & personal branding for women and executives.


Contact her for portrait photography here.