Chris is a super talented Tap Dancer who has spent the last 12 months touring the globe with Post Modern Jukebox. He is currently a resident of New York City but likes to spend time with his old friends here in Dayton, Ohio at least once a year.
He started a tap dance organization called the Tap Factor. They facilitate dance workshops and performances for people of all ages. I started photographing him over 5 years ago and almost every year since.
During his recent visit to the Gem City we did a three part photoshoot that I'm excited to feature on my blog! First is this a Styled Theatrical Portrait shoot.
Makeup by: Megan Gough with Pinned Up
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