The Artist - Hollywood Hotlights

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Corey Smith

Corey Smith is a photographer with over 25 years of experience and a deep foundation in motion pictures. His background includes work on major film productions such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Weekend at Bernie’s, where he developed a strong appreciation for lighting, composition, and visual storytelling.

Specializing in event photography and portraiture, Corey brings a cinematic eye to every project. His event work captures authentic moments with precision and atmosphere, while his portraiture is inspired by the elegance of Old Hollywood. Using original vintage lighting equipment of that era, he creates timeless portraits that echo the glamour, drama, and craftsmanship of classic studio photography.

Corey’s work blends technical mastery with artistic intention—creating images that feel both iconic and personal.

What others are saying

Someone must have shared my photography portfolio website, for one morning, without having done anything truly self-promotional, he was lauded.

Working with Corey is always a joy from the moment the concept is made to seeing the finished gallery.

When you walk into the studio space and see the vintage lights, it transports you to a different era, adding an element of sophistication and timelessness.

Aside from the photos, the most important part is the model/photographer connection. Corey makes you feel extremely comfortable, as if you are family. Every opportunity we’ve had to work together has been like going to a creative intimate family reunion.

Arianna T.

Arianna T.

It was the season of good Lighting, it was the season of Presets, it was the spring of portfolios, it was the winter of galleries.

Hailey G.

It was the season of good Lighting, it was the season of Presets, it was the spring of portfolios, it was the winter of galleries.

Hailey G.

It was the best of photography, it was the worst of nothing, it was the age of sharing, it was the age of privacy, it was the epoch of pros, it was the epoch of snapshooters.

Raven

It was the best of photography, it was the worst of nothing, it was the age of sharing, it was the age of privacy, it was the epoch of pros, it was the epoch of snapshooters.

Raven