About Dan Cleary
Dan Cleary is an award-winning fine art photographer who captures the American landscape’s spirit, beauty, and transformation. With over 40 years of experience behind the camera, Dan has built a national reputation for creating stunning photographic art that blends technical excellence with emotional connection. His images have been featured in galleries, museums, and private collections nationwide, with collectors drawn to his ability to tell stories through light, texture, and place.
Dan has helped his clients and collectors bring meaningful, timeless art into their spaces throughout his career. Corporate art buyers, interior designers, and individual collectors have all turned to Dan for his creative eye and ability to produce powerful images that elevate offices, homes, and public spaces. His signature projects, including Wright Brothers: Then and Now and Indianapolis 500: Then and Now, have allowed companies, museums, and organizations to connect history and innovation through visual storytelling.
Dan’s creative talent goes beyond photography. He collaborates closely with clients to create custom installations, framed prints, and curated collections that reflect their vision and values. Whether transforming a corporate lobby with large-scale landscape photography or helping an art collector find the perfect piece for their home, Dan’s work brings beauty, meaning, and authenticity to every project. His dedication to craftsmanship and client service has earned him lasting relationships with collectors nationwide.
Today, Dan continues to create fine art photography that inspires and connects. From dramatic Midwest landscapes to innovative historical photo series, his work invites viewers to slow down, look closer, and rediscover the beauty in both natural and urban environments. Dan Cleary’s photography is more than decoration — it’s a visual experience that sparks conversation, reflection, and appreciation for the world around us.
Dan's extensive experience allows him to understand and exceed his clients' needs. Dan approaches each project with dedication and creativity, like his public art projects for the Dayton-Montgomery County Libraries. He takes the time to get to know his clients, understand their vision, and help them find pieces that truly resonate. His ability to connect with his subjects and his audience sets him apart, making every photograph not just a picture but a piece of art that evokes emotion and thought.
Through Cleary Creative Photography, Dan continues to share his vision with the world, helping clients find art that speaks to them and transforms their spaces. Explore his work and discover how his photography can bring a new perspective to your home or business. Dan believes every photograph has a story and is passionate about helping his clients find the perfect piece that tells them.