JOHN BLAIS

[SCHUMANN & COMPANY]

HAVANA, ESMERALDA IN JESUS POSE

Based in New York and Charleston, John Blais is a photographer with a sensitivity to everyday moments and a heartfelt joy. 

HAVANA

HAVANA

HAVANA

HAVANA

HAVANA

John’s work has a docu-style edge, people from all walks of life invite him into their lives. His down-to-earth approach instantly puts everyone at ease allowing him to connect to their grief and joy. 

CONNECTIONS

CONNECTIONS

YOUNG AT HEART

LIFE

John grew up in a tough neighborhood, surrounded by a darker slice of life. He started photography at an early age and has been exploring the human experience ever since. 

PORTRAIT

LIFE

HAVANA

HAVANA

HAVANA

As a witness, John captures the realm of emotion. He is constantly running after impromptu moments to shoot, while his crew tries to keep up. 

CONNECTIONS

CONNECTIONS

LIFE

PORTRAIT

YOUNG AT HEART

Never without a camera, his attraction for human connection is infectious. “In this era of near constant self-documentation, I use my camera to explore connection.”

LIFE

WORK LIFE

YOUNG AT HEART

PORTRAIT

LIFE

John collaborates with various brands such as Wal-Mart, Hilton, Chevron, Navy Federal Credit Union, Lincoln Financial, Microsoft, Visa, Grey Goose...

LIFE

AT WORK

KIDS KIDS

KIDS

He is an award winning photographer widely recognized by APA, IPA, Lens Culture, Archive, Graphis, Communication Arts and more as a captivating story teller. 

HAIR

LIFE

LIFE

URBAN LIFE

For assignments, please contact:

✉ Schumann & Company
[SCHUMANN & COMPANY Chicago]