About Johno

Hello,

I’m Johno!

I’m a filmmaker and photographer with a constant desire to be vibrant, dynamic, and unapologetically bold in everything I do. Through many creative mediums, I aim to tell stories that captivate and inspire. My desire for storytelling stemmed from a deep love of cinema at a young age, which led me to study Film & Video at Drexel University in Philadelphia. Since graduating, I’ve been fortunate enough to have my films featured in festivals like the Phoenix Film Festival, Los Angeles New Film Fest, Long Island International Film Festival and many more. I’ve even directed for the hilarious folks at CollegeHumor. But it doesn’t stop there. My craving for adventure drives me to explore the world, seeking new experiences and profound connections that transcend the ordinary. I started sharing my passion for travel through photography on social media, and before I knew it, I was creating content for some of the biggest travel brands and tourism boards out there. I hope that my work can become the ultimate antidote to the mundane, igniting that sense of adventure in anyone who views it. While I'm currently based in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, you can bet I'm always on the move, searching for the next great story to capture. So, feel free to stick around, take a peek at my work, and join me on this wild ride!

FAQs

Q. How long have you been directing?

A. I have always been in love with directing for the screen. I shot my first short film in 2014. Since then, I have directed several other shorts, sketches, commercials and brand videos.

Q. How long have you been involved in photography?

A. I’ve had a camera in my hands for as long as I can remember. I have always had a strong passion for photography and a love for documenting my life and my travels. I started taking it more seriously in 2016 and began working professionally as a photographer in 2017.

Q. Who are your biggest inspirations?

A. Without a doubt, Steven Spielberg and Christopher Nolan have been my biggest inspirations in life. I love a spectacle of a film that leaves you thinking for weeks afterwards. I find a lot of inspiration for photography on my travels or while looking through Kyle Huber’s work.

Q. What is the best way to contract your services?

A. I am available for content creation, solo, couple or group photo sessions, brand and commercial videography and more. If you’re interested in hiring me for a photography or videography project, please contact me here.

Q. Do you give RAW unedited images?

A. No. I believe that the editing process is an essential part of photography and the creative process, so I do not provide any  RAW images. But don’t worry, I won’t leave out any images that you might want or need.

Q. What gear do you use?

A. Check out my extensive gear list here.

Q. Where have you traveled to?

A. I have traveled extensively around the United States, visiting 35 of our 50 states, as well as territories such as Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. I have traveled outside the U.S. to over 30 countries, including Canada, Mexico, Ireland, Iceland, Thailand, Portugal, England, Scotland, Austria, Czechia, Denmark and many parts of the Caribbean, such as Aruba, Curaçao, Turks & Caicos, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, St. Martin, Antigua, Barbados, Dominican Republic, and the Cayman Islands.