For over 25 years, Chicago-based photographer John Gress has created striking photography and video for top brands and international publications. His work spans lifestyle, advertising, portraiture, and video, with clients including Nike, Coors Light, the NBA, Hyatt Hotels, Lufthansa, and Panini.Recognized by Professional Photographer magazine as “one of the nation’s foremost experts on lighting,” Gress is known for his bold, dynamic style—whether on location or in his Chicago studio. His images have appeared in Time, Sports Illustrated, Rolling Stone, People, and US Weekly.In 2025, he helped lead Team USA to victory at the World Photographic Cup and received the Best in the Nation award for the highest-scoring image from the U.S. That year, he was also honored with a Professional Photographer Achievement Award at the United Nations.A passionate educator and mentor, Gress shares his expertise through workshops, conferences, YouTube, and Instagram, inspiring the next generation of photographers while pushing the art of photography forward.
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