Hi, I’m ee-LAY-nuh.
Photography
I’m a New York City–based photographer working across portrait, fashion, and movement. My work is drawn to presence, gesture, and the subtle tension between stillness and motion. With a background in dance, I’m naturally interested in how the body moves through space, often approaching portraiture with a sense of rhythm, atmosphere, and quiet observation.
Dance
Alongside my work behind the camera, I’m also a dancer and performer based in New York City. I’m drawn to movement that feels instinctive, expressive, and grounded in musicality. Whether performing or collaborating on visual projects, I’m interested in the ways movement, image, and storytelling intersect. Styles of dance: Jazz, Contemporary, Modern, Ballet, Tap, Musical Theatre, Voguing, and Pole.
I am currently based in New York and available for collaborations, portrait sessions, and creative projects!
My Creative Practice
Much of my work develops through experimentation and curiosity. I enjoy exploring how light, movement, and subtle expression can transform a simple moment into something visually compelling. Some projects emerge through collaboration with others, while others begin as personal explorations where I step into the frame myself. This balance between creating and experiencing allows my work to remain open, intuitive, and constantly evolving.