Stop Playing Safe! Level Up Your Lighting with John Gress

August 25, 2025

Come see John live and in-person at Imaging USA! Get all the details at https://imagingusa.com.

Want to crush creative ruts and wow clients with your lighting skills? Pat Miller sits down with Chicago commercial photographer and educator John Gress to reveal why creative play is the single most powerful (and fun!) way to accelerate your photography mastery.
Settling for the same-old lighting setups not only limits your portfolio but can also rob you of breakthrough moments and client satisfaction. John shares how experimenting with bold techniques, even if you “fail” builds your toolkit, boosts confidence, and attracts more diverse clients.
Curious how top photographers build world-class lighting chops and avoid stagnant portfolios? Listen now to discover John’s favorite exercises, how he turns Instagram inspiration into new shoots, and why creative play is the secret weapon for long-term growth.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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