Win Before You Walk on Stage

Elegant. Confident. Competition-Ready.

Your pageant headshot is more than a photo—it’s your introduction to judges, sponsors, and directors. At Dorothy Shi Photography, every image is crafted to highlight your confidence, personality, and stage presence.

Dorothy has photographed winners and finalists from the nation's most recognized systems-Miss USA, Miss America, Miss World America, USA National Miss, and United States National Pageants-as well as Miss New York, local, regional, and international competitions.

Why Pageant Headshots Matter

In pageants, first impressions happen long before you step on stage. Your headshot is often reviewed by judges, directors, and sponsors before competition day.

  • A strong image communicates:
  • Confidence without trying too hard
  • Natural beauty with polish
  • Personality that feels authentic
  • Stage presence in a single frame

The Dorothy Shi Difference

  • Beauty + editorial lighting (clean, glowing skin tones)
  • Step-by-step expression coaching (no awkward posing)
  • Wardrobe guidance for pageant impact
  • Natural retouching (polished, never overdone)
  • Same-day image review

Who This is For

  • Miss USA / Miss Teen USA contestants
  • State and national pageants
  • First-time competitors
  • Titleholders updating their portfolio
  • Children and teen pageant contestants

Session Options

Pageant Headshot Session - NYC

3 Look Special - $399

With Hair & Makeup - $559

Includes:

  • 3 wardrobe looks
  • 250+ images to review
  • 6 professionally retouched images
  • Expression coaching throughout session
  • Fast turnaround (24-48 hours)

What to Expect

  • Wardrobe consultation
  • Custom lighting setup
  • Guided posing and expression coaching
  • Real-time image review
  • Selection of your strongest competition images

Studio & Location

Upper West Side Studio

On-location sessions available

Call To Action

Ready to elevate your pageant presence?

Call: 212-864-5931
Email: shishotme@gmail.com

Book your pageant headshot session today and walk into your competition already standing out.

Shi Studio is located at Central Park West in New York City. Contact us for more information at : +1 212-864-5931 or shishotme@gmail.com

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