PHOTOGRAPHY AS UNIQUE AS YOU ARE

High School Senior, Dance & Family Photography

Photography is more than just pictures—it’s about capturing the moments that matter most and creating memories you’ll treasure forever. I’m Deanna O’Connor, a passionate photographer dedicated to making every session an enjoyable, personalized experience that reflects the beauty of your story.

Photography Tailored to You

Young girl in blue dress mid dance pose

Deanna O'Connor Photography is all about celebrating individuality through timeless, artful photography. Based in Syracuse, NY, I specialize in High School Senior Portraits, Fine Art Dance Photography, and capturing the love and connection of families. Every client receives a full-service experience, from the initial consultation to the final delivery of beautifully printed and packaged images.

Whether it’s your senior year, a milestone performance, or simply time spent with loved ones, Deanna O'Connor Photography is here to transform those moments into art that you’ll treasure forever. Check out my services page to see all of my offerings and how you can schedule your session!

Family of four smiling at the camera seated on a wooden bench in the woods.
Black and white photo of a teen boy holding a soccer ball looking off to the right.
Teen boy posing for senior portrait, seated on stone steps looking back and to the left away from the camera.
Ballerina in flowy white dress posing dynamically on one leg on tippy toes.
Two young dancers posing back to back barefoot for their dance portrait.
Black and white photo of two young dancers smiling and laughing together.
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.
Teen boy posing with his back up against a wall for his senior portrait, with a park and lake in the background.
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.
Teen girl posing for senior portrait, seated on steps looking away to the right.

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

Meet Your Photographer

Deanna O'Connor, owner of Deanna O'Connor Photography, smiling at the camera with arms folded.

HI, I’M DEANNA

I specialize 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!

“We couldn’t be happier with our experience working with Deanna for my daughter’s senior portraits. My daughter uses a wheelchair, and finding someone who could accommodate our needs while making the experience feel natural and fun was incredibly important to us. From start to finish, Deanna exceeded every expectation. She was prompt to reply to our inquiries, professional, and clear about what to expect. During the shoot, she was punctual, efficient, and incredibly patient. Deanna made the whole process seamless, and her warmth and understanding made us feel completely at ease.

When the photos arrived, we were blown away. The images are absolutely stunning—she truly captured my daughter’s beauty and personality. The package was thoughtfully presented, complete with a sweet, unexpected gift that added such a personal touch. We would wholeheartedly recommend Deanna to anyone looking for a photographer who combines talent, professionalism, and a genuine care for her clients. Thank you, Deanna, for giving us memories we’ll cherish forever.”

-Stephanie

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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!
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