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 labeled a child prodigy by his teachers, winning statewide writing competitions as young as 8 years old. David's talents didn't stop there. He was a pianist who played concertos by Bach Mozart and Shostakovich in the USC Orchestra at the age 16 earning many awards. David graduated 4th in his class and was accepted to UC Berkeley. He also graduated two years earlier due to AP courses he took while 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 more than 40 countries and has developed his own innovative international style. He started his first online magazine called TDink.com in 2001 and was the first to publish fashion editorials online. As a young publisher he had access the most incredible events in the world and the most innovative innovators. In 2009, Davidsguide.com was launched, which has since become one of the most popular portals for luxury, including Michelin Star Restaurants, 5 star properties 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 is published in major magazines like GQ, Vogue Instyle, People Teen, Men's Health Departures and many more.
David launched thebiohack.org in 2020. The site is all about health, wellness and biohacking. 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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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.