Black and white photograph of the silhouette of a ballerina posing in front of a window.
Young dancer in a flowy, blue dress performing a dynamic standing split

Making memories that last a lifetime.

High School Seniors. Dancers. Families. Your story deserves to be told with care, creativity, and a personal touch. With Deanna O’Connor Photography, we’ll create photographs you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

High School Senior girl smiling at the camera and holding sunflowers. 
Transforming life's milestones into art that you’ll cherish forever.

SERVICES

Fine art dance photo of a young female ballerina performing a standing split

Your Milestones, Perfectly Preserved

Capturing memories near Syracuse, NY, and the surrounding areas, I specialize in High School Senior Photography, Fine Art Dance Portraits, and Family Photography. I provide a personalized, full-service experience to celebrate life’s milestones. Whether it’s a senior portrait, a dancer’s artistry, or a family’s unique connection, I’m here to turn your moments into timeless images.

Autumn family portrait with mother, father, and their three sons.
Black and white photo of teen girl posing for her senior portrait, looking down and away from the camera standing in front of a window.
Black and white photo of two young dancers smiling and laughing together.
Two young dancers posing back to back barefoot for their dance portrait.
Teen boy posing with his back up against a wall for his senior portrait, with a park and lake in the background.
Young teen boy posing for his senior portrait, sitting in a park looking away from the camera.
Fine art dance photo of a dancer in a white, flowy dress mid-dance.
Teen girl posing for senior portrait, seated on steps looking away to the right.
Teen girl posing for her senior portrait, wearing a white, long dress, and seated on rocks at the edge of a river in upstate NY.
Three young dancers posing seated and smiling for their dance photography session.
Young teenage girl posing for her senior portrait, seated in a park barefoot and laughing.

THE GALLERY

Young teen boy posing for his senior portrait, sitting in a park looking away from the camera.

SENIORS

Your senior year is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and your portraits should reflect who you are. From classic poses to creative shots that showcase your personality, see how I bring senior stories to life.

Dynamic photo of a dance in a midair jumping split.

DANCE

From dynamic leaps to intricate poses, I specialize in capturing the artistry and passion of dancers. As a former dancer myself, I understand how to translate your movements into stunning works of art.

Family of four seated on a wooden bench under warm sun in a park, smiling at the camera.

FAMILY

Capture the love and connection that make your family unique. From playful moments to timeless portraits, these sessions celebrate the beauty of being together.

Client Love

  • "Deanna is a talented photographer who has “The Touch” when it comes to capturing the sweetness of every child. Her kindness and gentle humor are the perfect combination when it’s time to SMILE! Her customer service is excellent. She is accessible and available for any questions or concerns. We are so lucky to have found this true gem right in our own community. "

    Lisa

  • "I run a small online personal training business, so branded business photos are a necessity. Deanna was so kind & easy to work with. It can be awkward to have photos taken, but she made it feel effortless and we had fun doing it. She made sure I had all the photos I needed and the quality was amazing!"

    Ellen

  • "Deanna was wonderful to work with! She was friendly, professional, flexible and listened to all of my ideas. My son’s senior photo session shoot went perfectly and the pictures were ready quickly. Thank you for capturing this moment!"

    Erin

  • "Working with Deanna was extremely easy and fun. She’s very professional and the process was seamless as a result. I would highly recommend her to anyone interested in an effortless and high quality experience."

    Ava

  • Deanna is incredibly talented with an artistic eye in which she finds a way to capture beautiful moments. What I find unparalleled to anyone else we have worked with is her kindness and uplifting personality which made our girls feel comfortable during their photo shoot. They left feeling good about themselves and smiling ear to ear.

    Darcy

  • Deanna took the getting ready photos for my wedding and I could not have been happier. She was so professional and has an eye to find and capture all the right moments. I felt so comfortable and at ease knowing I was in good hands. To say the photos came out stunning is an understatement.

    Lindsay

Deanna O'Connor, owner of Deanna O'Connor Photography, smiling with her arms crossed.

HI, I’M DEANNA

I'm a Syracuse area photographer specializing in High School Senior Photography, Fine Art Dance Portraits, and Family Photography. I live locally with my husband and two children, where you can find me chasing after them with a camera in hand! Before pursuing photography, I was a 4th grade classroom teacher and dance instructor. I have had a deep rooted love for photography since childhood. In recent years, I have spent countless hours in numerous professional development courses, online workshops, and traveling to intensive photography retreats to hone my skills to capture the best moments of my clients’ lives. Taking pictures has been a passion of mine and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to document this important milestone for you!

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My 2025 calendar is open! Contact me to set up your next dream photoshoot - High School Seniors, Fine Art Dance Portraits, families, branding and headshots! I would love to capture a beautiful day with you! Website link in bio!
Model call! Join me Saturday, January 25,2025 at Guzman’s Dance Studio for an afternoon of fine art dance portraits and headshots. Contact me through my website to set up a time - space is limited!
Having so much fun using @meg_nlo snow overlays to add a little something extra to my images this month! Welcome to #theartistseye_alumni monthly post where we share art we created influenced by techniques and concepts we learned within #theartists
Introducing my new website that I’m so excited to share! Endless thanks to @marigoldwebstudio for helping me make this happen! 🩵
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Welcome to #theartistseye_alumni monthly post where we share art we created influenced by techniques and concepts we learned within #theartistseyecps workshop! To see more, click on the tag. Theme: Juxtaposition

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Deanna

CONTACT

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