Shoccara Marcus

Owner/Photographer

About

It was at Howard University where Shoccara Marcus picked up a camera in collaboration with her dancing. She earned a BFA in Dance with a minor in Visual Arts-Photography and later obtained an MFA in Photography from Savannah College of Art and Design (Atlanta, GA). Her photography, represented by the esteemed Arnika Dawkins Gallery, has been showcased nationally and internationally and is included in notable collections such as the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA GA) in Atlanta and the Moorland-Spingarn Research Center at Howard University. She has been awarded residencies at the Hambidge Center and the Cousins Promenade Building in Atlanta. In 2022, as part of Dance Stories ATL, a production company she co-founded, Marcus produced Five Stories, a documentary highlighting Atlanta's pioneering Black dance studios. Through her Bronze in First posters, Marcus celebrates the artistry and diversity of Black and Brown dancers. She remains deeply committed to spotlighting the narratives of Black dance artists in and around Atlanta For booking inquiries: info@shocphoto.com Photography: www.shocphoto.com Documentary: www.dancestoriesatl.com

Country

United States

City

Atlanta

Industry

Photography

Skill

Photography, Portrait Photography, Fine Art Photography, Art, Photos, Lightroom, Photoshop, Event Photography, Digital Photography, Portraits, Photojournalism, Headshots, Travel Photography, Studio Lighting, Commercial Photography, Dance, Image Editing, Studio Photography, Image Manipulation, Modern Dance

Experience

Owner/Photographer

Shocphoto Imagery

2008 - Present · 18 yrs

Atlanta, Georgia

A Georgia based photography company providing photography for artists and businesses in DC, NY, NJ, and Georgia. Our photography focuses on beauty, dance, and portraiture while capturing images with fluidity, creative angles, and dynamic spatial structure that embodies the formed into Shocphoto Imagery. www.shocphoto.com

Dancer

DOMINION ENTERTAINMENT GROUP presents Black Nativity Atlanta

2013-11 - 2019-12 · 6 yrs 2 mos

Southwest Arts Center

Black Nativity is a soul-stirring rendition of the Christmas Story that fills the theatre with thrilling voices, exciting dance and glorious gospel music. It is a powerful retelling of the Nativity story from an African-American perspective. The original Black Nativity was written in 1961 by poet Langston Hughes. The African-American viewpoint and gospel music make Black Nativity a unique performance piece. Often adapted, this one act version of the production will take the audience from a traditional black church to an africanized Jeruselem through dance, powerful spirituals and anthems, and toe-tapping gospel numbers. www.blacknativityatlanta.com

Professional Modern Dancer

Freelance

2009 - 2019-12 · 11 yrs

Adjunct Professor

Savannah College of Art and Design

2015-6 - 2019-7 · 4 yrs 2 mos

Atlanta

Photo Intern

Allen Cooley / www.allencooley.com

2014-6 - 2014-8 · 3 mos

atlanta, ga

Assisted in Production of video/photo shoots Ensure equipment is installed according to designated layout Performed duties on location http://www.allencooley.com/

Performer / Teaching Artist/ Company Photographer

Inspirit Dance Company

2009-7 - 2011-11 · 2 yrs 5 mos

New York, NY

Performed dance repertory in various venues in different states, assist with administration duties and dance classes/workshops held within the community, provided /established photo shoots for company website and promotion purposes.