Name
David Christopher Lee Photography
portrait photographer
David Christopher Lee was always a gifted child and a pioneer. His father was a mathematician. His father was a mathematician. David was dubbed a child prodigy when he won statewide writing contests as young as eight years old. David's abilities didn't end there. He was a pianist who played concertos by Bach Mozart and Shostakovich in the USC Orchestra at the age 16 earning many awards. Graduating 4th in his high school class, David was accepted into UC Berkeley and graduated two years early due to AP classes he took in high school.
In 1999, when the photographer world was only film, he became the first official digital photographer of the Teen Choice Awards, MTV Movie Awards, Billboard Music Awards and found a passion for the entertainment industry.
He has worked in over 40 Countries and has developed an innovative international style of his own. He launched his first online magazine, TDink.com, in 2001. He was the first to publish online fashion editorials. As a young publisher, he had access to the most incredible events and innovators of the world. In 2009, he started davidsguide.com which became one of the largest portals for all things luxury including 5 star properties, Michelin Star Restaurants and bespoke experiences.
David is a portrait photographer & producer who has worked with celebrities and major brands like Richard Branson, Lady Gaga. Lexus, Qatar Airways. Aman Hotels.
David's work has been published in major magazines such as GQ, Vogue, Instyle, People, Teen, Men's Health, Departures & many more.
In 2020, David started a site called thebiohack.org which is about health, wellness, biohacking, and anti-aging. When covid began and all the parties stopped, he found a new passion for holistic healing and pushed his body to the limits mentally and physically. He transformed his body in 6 months and has a totally new outlook on life. David's best ideas come to him when he meditates daily for 2 to 3 hours. He enjoys biking, skiing and exploring. To him, work and play are both the same, as long he is expanding his horizons and challenging himself.
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Adams-Normandie, Angelus Vista, Arlington Heights, Arts District, Baldwin Hills, Baldwin Village, Baldwin Vista, Beverlywood, Brentwood Glen, Brookside, Bunker Hill, Carthay Circle, Castle Heights, Central LA, City Terrace
What truly sets David apart is the illustrious clientele he has collaborated with. His portfolio reads like a who’s who of the global elite, featuring luminaries such as Richard Branson and Lady Gaga. Brand collaborations, with the likes of Cadillac and Lexus, showcase the trust and respect he commands in the industry. His work, gracing the pages of reputed magazines like GQ, Vogue, and Instyle, stands as a testament to his unparalleled skill and vision. He is one of the top celebrity photographers Los Angeles.