John Gress Media Inc
John Gress is a Chicago-based commercial and portrait photographer celebrated for his bold, dynamic style and mastery of lighting. With over 25 years of experience, his work spans lifestyle, advertising, and editorial campaigns for brands such as Nike, Coors Light, Hyatt Hotels, and the NBA, and has been featured in Time, Sports Illustrated, and The New York Times. Named “one of the nation’s foremost experts on lighting” by Professional Photographer Magazine, John is a World Photographic Cup gold medalist and UN International Photographic Council Award recipient. He also teaches workshops and lectures worldwide.
Dynamic Portraits Using One Light
You don’t need a studio full of gear to create dynamic portraits—just one light and the ability to shape it. In this live demo, John Gress shows how a…You don’t need a studio full of gear to create dynamic portraits—just one light and the ability to shape it. In this live demo, John Gress shows how a single light can produce dramatically different results by changing its position, distance, and mod…You don’t need a studio full of gear to create dynamic portraits—just one light and the ability to shape it. In this live demo, John Gress shows how a single light can produce dramatically different results by changing its position, distance, and modifiers. From clean and simple to bold and dramatic, you’ll learn versatile one-light techniques you can use in both studio and on-location sessions to maximize creativity with minimal equipment. What …You don’t need a studio full of gear to create dynamic portraits—just one light and the ability to shape it. In this live demo, John Gress shows how a single light can produce dramatically different results by changing its position, distance, and modifiers. From clean and simple to bold and dramatic, you’ll learn versatile one-light techniques you can use in both studio and on-location sessions to maximize creativity with minimal equipment. What You’ll Learn: How to create multiple portrait styles with just one light The impact of angle, distance, and modifiers on mood and texture Techniques for adapting one-light setups in studio and on location How to maximize efficiency and creativity with limited gearShow MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More
Light on the Move: Creative Portraits with Just One Light
Join John Gress on this interactive photo walk where you’ll discover how much you can do with just one light. Learn how to shape light in real-world l…Join John Gress on this interactive photo walk where you’ll discover how much you can do with just one light. Learn how to shape light in real-world locations and walk away with fresh, practical techniques you can use immediately in your own work. Wh…Join John Gress on this interactive photo walk where you’ll discover how much you can do with just one light. Learn how to shape light in real-world locations and walk away with fresh, practical techniques you can use immediately in your own work. What you’ll learn: How to adapt one-light setups quickly on location for maximum impact Techniques to create both flattering and dramatic portraits with minimal gear Mix ambient light with flash How to …Join John Gress on this interactive photo walk where you’ll discover how much you can do with just one light. Learn how to shape light in real-world locations and walk away with fresh, practical techniques you can use immediately in your own work. What you’ll learn: How to adapt one-light setups quickly on location for maximum impact Techniques to create both flattering and dramatic portraits with minimal gear Mix ambient light with flash How to use composition and camera settings to showcase your subjectShow MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More