Bio

Ben Riley is a photographer and digital artist based in New York City. Working seamlessly between his commercial and personal work, Ben produces creative images with an emphasis on technical quality and effective storytelling.

Ben was exposed to photography at a very young age by his father.  Not only was he introduced to the tools (e.g. cameras, lenses, film etc.), but also to the importance of recording events, people, and places.  After gaining his Bachelor of Science in Photography from Drexel University, Ben began working full time with an architectural photographer, while simultaneously devoting free time to his own personal photographic work.

Ben Riley continues to blend the specialized aspects of his commercial work with his personal photography. Benjamin seeks to realize his creative visions through the use of technical skill and emerging digital technologies. Recently he has begun incorporating HD and 4K digital video into his creative arsenal.

Addtionally, Ben teaches photography and digital imaging as an adjunct professor in Drexel University's photography program. He is also co-founder of Gravy Studio + Gallery, a collaborative workspace and gallery promoting the work local Philadelphia photographers.  www.gravy-studio.com