Jesse John Jenkins is an American photographer and visual artist based in Los Angeles, California. He is best known for his vibrant and colorful photographs of urban landscapes, street scenes, and people.
Jenkins was born in San Francisco, California in 1984. He grew up surrounded by art and creativity, as his father was a professional photographer. From a young age, Jenkins was inspired by his father’s work and developed an interest in photography.
In 2006, Jenkins graduated from the Academy of Art University with a degree in photography. After graduation, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career as a professional photographer. Since then, he has worked with numerous clients including Nike, Adidas, Vans, and Red Bull. His work has been featured in publications such as The New York Times Magazine and The Fader.
Jenkins’ photography style is characterized by its vivid colors and dynamic compositions. He often uses long exposures to capture the energy of the city streets at night or during the day. His photographs are often filled with movement and life that captures the essence of urban life.
In addition to his commercial work, Jenkins also works on personal projects that explore themes such as identity and belonging within urban environments. His work has been exhibited at galleries around the world including the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles and the International Center for Photography in New York City.
Jenkins continues to push boundaries with his photography while exploring new ways to capture moments of beauty within everyday life.