John Kayacan discovered photography at fourteen when he picked up his parents’ camera and began capturing anything that caught his eye. This early interest soon turned into an obsession, shaped significantly by his discovery of Robert Frank’s seminal book, The Americans. This transformative experience shifted his perception of the world, turning every scene into a potential photograph and sparking a passion for documenting the streets around him.

Immersing himself in the vibrant energy of Los Angeles, John found endless inspiration in the city’s sidewalks, stoops, and subway cars, developing a distinctive style with cinematic colors and soft frame vignettes. His dedication to capturing the beauty of everyday Angelenos, led him to art school and a career as a visual storyteller, creating a portfolio of work that reflects his unique perspective on urban life to provoke thought about what lies outside the frame.