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Drama Queen

"Drama Queen" is a personal series inspired by a striking gold jumpsuit from a acclaimed fashion designer Joy Teiken. Step into a day in the life of a 1970s Oscar-winning actress, cast in the most demanding role of her career — navigating the drama of her own life.

Awards

Color Photography Contest

2025

Honorable Mention

Conceptual

Professional

Drama Queen

"Drama Queen" is a personal series inspired by a striking gold jumpsuit from a acclaimed fashion designer Joy Teiken. Step into a day in the life of a 1970s Oscar-winning actress, cast in the most demanding role of her career — navigating the drama of her own life.

About Artist

Dale May

Dale May is a New York advertising photographer, commercial director, and photorealistic CGI artist specializing in pharmaceutical and global brand advertising campaigns, with over three decades of experience creating bold, narrative-driven work across advertising, entertainment, and healthcare. In 2025, he was named one of Lürzer’s Archive’s 200 Best Advertising Photographers and 200 Best Digital Artists, and was also recognized as IPA’s Special Photographer of the Year.

Dale May

Photographic Areas of Focus

Advertising & Commercial, Alternative Process, Fashion & Beauty, Fine Art, Food & Drink, Nude, People, Portrait, Sports

Location

United States of America

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