Dan Ledbetter Photography

Meet Audrey, the newest addition to the excellent team@and a fellow creative! Wish her luck in her new role as People and Programs Coordinator.

Honored to Photograph Fielding Graduate University’s 2025 Graduation & Convocation!

I’m excited to share that Dan Ledbetter Photography has been selected to photograph Fielding Graduate University’s 2025 Graduation & Convocation on Thursday, November 20, at the Hyatt Regency Cincinnati.

We’ll be capturing the energy, pride, and joy of the day — from the convocation ceremony to the hooding of Fielding’s newest PhD graduates. It’s always inspiring to document moments of achievement and celebration like these.

A big thank-you to the team at Fielding Graduate University and Encore Global for bringing us on board.

If your organization or business is hosting an upcoming conference, awards banquet, or recognition event, let’s talk about how we can help you capture it beautifully.

📸 View a brief presentation of our event work in the comment below.

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Manor House continues to grow, and I’m proud to have photographed their newest event manager, Hailey Thomas. I bring a full on-location setup so your team gets a consistent, professional look without leaving the office.

Need fresh headshots for your company?

Message me here or email [email protected] to set up a portrait day at your workplace.

Announcement: Dan Ledbetter Photography Welcomes Lakota East High School

CINCINNATI, OH – Dan Ledbetter Photography is pleased to announce our partnership with Lakota East High School Theatre, bringing our total to 19 schools and several theatre camps across Cincinnati’s youth theatre community.

We look forward to capturing memorable performances and providing professional photography services to the talented students at Lakota East High School. Explore their upcoming productions and learn more about their program here: https://www.lakotaeasttheatre.org/home

For more information or to view our portfolio, please email [email protected] or call/text 513.314.9307.

About Dan Ledbetter Photography
Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Dan Ledbetter Photography provides photography services for theater productions, dance performances, corporate and association annual conferences and events, as well as senior and family portraits, capturing each with professionalism and creativity.

The accompanying photo of 100(!) cast members is from this year's Sycamore Summer Theatre Camp. Nearly three hundred kids in this camp with 8 different performances! Or, was it nine!? I lost track

Photographer Dan Ledbetter to Document Sycamore High School Theatre's 50th Anniversary Gala

Cincinnati, OH – December 20, 2024 – Celebrated photographer Dan Ledbetter is set to capture the milestone 50th Anniversary Gala of Sycamore High School's Aves Theatre on December 20, 2024. With over a decade of collaboration with the Aves Theatre, Ledbetter has documented numerous productions, contributing significantly to the visual chronicle of the school's theatrical history.

The anniversary event will feature performances at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., with a gala in between, celebrating the rich legacy of Sycamore High School's theatre program. The event is open to past and present Sycamore families, theatre enthusiasts, and community members.

Ledbetter's extensive portfolio with Aves Theatre includes productions such as "Mamma Mia!" (Fall 2023), "The SpongeBob Musical" (Fall 2022), "Newsies" (Fall 2021), “Shrek” (Spring 2015), “Odyssey” (Fall 2014), and many others. His work has been instrumental in capturing the essence and evolution of the school's theatre program.

"It's been a privilege to work alongside the talented students and faculty at Sycamore High School," said Ledbetter. "Documenting their creativity and dedication over the years has been a rewarding experience, and I'm honored to be part of this significant milestone."

The 50th Anniversary Gala promises to be a memorable evening, reflecting on half a century of artistic achievement and community engagement. Ledbetter's photography will play a crucial role in preserving the memories of this landmark event.

About Dan Ledbetter

Dan Ledbetter is a professional photographer based in Cincinnati, Ohio, specializing in event and performance photography. With over a decade of experience capturing the dynamic performances of Sycamore High School's Aves Theatre, along with productions from 15 other middle, junior high, and high schools, Ledbetter is celebrated for his talent in capturing the energy and emotion of live theatre.

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Dan Ledbetter Photography Secured for Prestigious DECA Conference in Clearwater, FL

Cincinnati, OH – Dan Ledbetter Photography is thrilled to announce that it has been chosen as the official event photography provider for the upcoming DECA conference. The conference, titled "Navigating Uncertain Times," will take place from February 19-21, 2025, at the JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa in Clearwater, FL.

This partnership highlights Dan Ledbetter Photography’s expanding presence in the corporate events sector and underscores its reputation for delivering high-quality event photography. The engagement at the DECA conference follows successful collaborations at the National Private Truck Council’s annual and fall conferences, emphasizing the strength of industry relationships and expertise in capturing dynamic corporate environments.

Attendees of the DECA conference can expect Dan Ledbetter Photography to bring its unique blend of creativity and professionalism, ensuring that the pivotal moments of this prestigious gathering are captured with exceptional detail and quality.

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The teenager and I made a trip to the West Coast before our final destination at Phoenix drove through the Redwood Forest. those are some crazy big trees!

Today P & G Skin and Personal Care kicks off their Supercharge Summit at the Savannah Center in West Chester

Glad to have this girl home for the summer!

Warm Chocolate Crostata