Meet Movita Beaucoup.
Hey there! I’m Rachael Dyer, also known as Movita Beaucoup (long story). I’ve been photographing dancers since 2016, and officially launched my photography business in 2019. I only shoot dance. It’s my most favourite thing to do.
I taught dance in Toronto and the Maritimes for close to 30 years. When the pandemic hit in 2020, I decided to make some big changes in my life. I retired from studio life and took a gamble on focusing solely on my photography business. Because building a small business during a global pandemic makes PERFECT sense.
Should you decide to book a shoot, I will be entirely focused on making you look your best. If you value showcasing your technique and artistry, I’m the photographer for you. I hope the photos we capture together will be a wonderful way to remember this time in your dance journey.
I adore connecting with dancers and would love to hear from you. It’s important that we work together only if we share the same vision, so there’s no pressure to book after I send you information. (My Instagram feed will give you a good idea of what I do.)
your photos should reflect your talent and passion for dance
My approach.
I’m fussy about technique – I hope to capture you at your best and showcase your strengths. When you book a shoot with me you are hiring a photographer AND a dance coach. I draw on decades of teaching experience to help you with posing and fine tuning your technique. I don’t stand on formalities and do my best to make you feel at ease during your shoot.
The photos you see in my IG feed/portfolio are the result of time and care invested in each dancer I work with.
I know dance.
I’m a graduate of the Teacher Training Program at Canada’s National Ballet School and obtained certification with the Royal Academy of Dance, the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance (National Branch), and the Canadian Dance Teacher’s Association.
As a former dancer and teacher, I know and appreciate the work it takes to progress as a dancer. I always do my best to capture your dedication with my camera.
TYPES OF SESSIONS
Sessions for individuals and groups, indoors and out!
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Outdoor
Outdoor, on-location shoots for solo dancers and groups. Express yourself through location choice and wardrobe. Sessions take place at the location of your choice in HRM. For dancers aged 10+ years.
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in-studio and audition/cv
Studio photo shoots can be an essential element of your dance portfolio. Sessions take place in a rented dance studio space in HRM and utilise professional lighting (strobes/flash) and seamless paper backdrops. For dancers aged 10+ years.
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studios/companies
Your dancers and faculty work hard, train hard, and show up every day. The photos you commission for your dance organisation should reflect that dedication and demonstrate your talent and passion for dance.
