Certified Professional Photographer and Digital Tutor

David Lloyd, M.Photog.Cr., CPP

The Artistry and Engineering Behind the Photograph

Based in Chandler, Arizona, David Lloyd Photography brings more than four decades of photographic experience, artistic vision, and technical precision to Fine Art Portraiture, Commercial and Product Photography, and Editorial Wedding Photography.

A Master of Photography, Photographic Craftsman, and Certified Professional Photographer, David Lloyd began his professional journey in the 1970s, pursuing photography, education, and engineering as complementary disciplines. His studies at ArtCenter College of Design and his work as a New Product Design Engineer with Vivitar Corporation in Santa Monica, California, helped shape a distinctive approach to photography—one grounded equally in artistic expression and a deep understanding of light.

This marriage of art and engineering became the foundation of Lloyd's photographic career, leading to commissions in Fine Art Portraiture, commercial imagery, and editorial wedding photography throughout California's Central Coast.

Today, from his studio in Chandler, Arizona, Lloyd continues to create distinctive photographic imagery for individuals, families, professionals, and businesses. Equally passionate about sharing his knowledge, he provides personalized photographic instruction and advanced lighting education for aspiring and professional photographers alike.

Among his educational achievements are the acclaimed 1940s Hollywood Lighting Workshops, which he developed and conducted at the Commemorative Air Force Museum in Mesa, Arizona. These workshops explored the dramatic lighting techniques of Hollywood's Golden Age, with many of the resulting photographs featured in his book, Creative OCF Lighting Techniques for Photographers.

Throughout his career, Lloyd has remained devoted to a singular pursuit: creating photographs that combine technical mastery with enduring artistic expression.

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To benefit from David's expertise, contact him at (480) 284-5516 and take your photography to the next level.

When you select a professional photographer or digital tutor, keep in mind the value of education and certification. Many photographers today have not studied or educated themselves in an accredited school of photography, as has David Lloyd, to become a Photographic Craftsman and Certified Professional Photographer. 

Credentials:

• Photographic Craftsman and Certified Professional Photographer, CPP by the PPA Professional Photographers of America.

• Awarded Master of Photography by the PPA Professional Photographers of America in 2025

• Published author, November, 2015 - "Creative OCF Lighting Techniques for Photographers"

• Inventor with granted US patent for electronic flash, assigned to the Vivitar Corp. 1975 - 1985

• Inventor of new lighting techniques and lighting accessories, to include a Portable Lighting Kit and most recently, a Profoto OCF Lighting Adapter for Speed Lights. (see description)

• Issued a U.S. Patent for his original “Portable Modular Flash System,” David has now taken the next step and created what he calls “the ultimate approach to portable lighting.” Fully documented and explained, with sample photos, lighting diagrams, setup pull-back photos and descriptive how to’s, in his new Coffee Table Lighting Book,”Creative OCF Techniques for Photographers.”

2025 ASP State Elite Award Winner David Lloyd, Master Photographer

A long time member of the Professional Photographers of America, Lloyd joined the American Society of Photographers in 2023 and has been awarded the ASP State Elite recognition in two consecutive years, 2024 and 2025.