YOUNGARTS 2024 GALA
Misty Copeland attends YoungArts’ 2024 Gala (above) & Dario Natarelli performs at YoungArts’ 2024 Gala at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (right).
Elevating Event Photography And Bringing It To Life
The most meaningful event photography goes beyond the step-and-repeat. It lives in the emotion of the room, the passion, the people, and the shared experience that bring an organization’s mission to life. Through my work at corporate events, conferences, galas, and nonprofit fundraisers, I capture moments with clarity, intention, and artistry.
Email [email protected] for event photography.
Christopher Duggan’s Event Photography Includes:
Expert preparation
I take time to talk with you about your ideal shot list, the timing of the day, and what you want these images to accomplish for your organization.
Next-Day Selects
I deliver a curated selection of images the very next day for press and social media based on my understanding of key moments, VIP guests, and featured speakers.
Rights To All Images
I provide final high-resolution images with full usage rights, so you can use the photographs however you need.
ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER GALA
Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack, Jacquelin Harris and Yannick Lebrun at Alvin Ailey’s 2025 Opening Night Gala.
Stress-Free, Expert Photography
I work closely with event planners, designers, and producers to ensure I capture the overall atmosphere and style of each occasion. With my signature, easy-flowing approach, I photograph events calmly and unobtrusively, allowing moments to unfold naturally.
Drawing on years of experience in dance and wedding photography, I bring an intuitive sense of timing to every event. This allows me to tell the story of your organization with an artistic, photojournalistic perspective while keeping the process seamless and stress-free.
Event Galleries
Parsons Dance Gala
The Parsons Dance 2024 Gala, celebrating generosity in support of new work, education, community outreach, and global performance.
Voices of Ascension’s Candlelight Christmas Concert
Voices of Ascension’s Candlelight Christmas Concert at the Church of the Ascension — a treasured New York holiday tradition.
Dance/USA’S Annual Dance Forum
Dance/USA’s Annual Dance Forum during the APAP Conference, fostering dialogue, connection, and collaboration across the dance field.
AFTER ARTS GROUP SALON
After Arts Group brings together professionals with a musical background to connect, create, and grow through networking, performance, and cultural experiences.
Misty Copeland Foundation’s 2026 Spring Benefit
Misty Copeland Foundation’s first Spring Benefit – a night dedicated to access, opportunity, and the power of the arts.
2026 YoungArts New York Gala
2026 YoungArts New York Gala inside the iconic Temple of Dendur at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Event Videography & Fully-Edited Films
I work alongside my wife, Nel Shelby, to offer event videography in addition to photography. Together, we film and live-stream events using multiple cameras, capture documentation and b-roll, and produce fully edited films that reflect the energy and excitement of the occasion. Learn more about Nel Shelby Productions >