meet John, the creative mastermind behind studio097, a full-service media company in central north carolina that’s all about portraiture and retouching. after ditching his off-road mechanic gig (though he still tinkers with his cars) to follow his passion for photography, John graduated from appalachian state university and launched studio097. now, he’s all about turning ordinary shots into extraordinary portraits that capture real beauty and authenticity. when he’s not busy creating new work or brainstorming future projects, John spends time with his wife, Emily, and their dog, Bishop, because, let’s be real, even photographers need a little r&r with their loved ones. at studio097, it’s all about precision, creativity, and delivering work that’s truly one of a kind.