"For since the creation of the world, God's invisible qualities-His eternal power and divine nature-have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that men are without excuse." Romans 1:20 NIV

John Crane has a wide array of graphics experience. He started shooting photos as a kid growing up in suburban Chicago after receiving the Canon AT-1 as a Christmas gift from his mother and father.

Crane has studied art his whole life. Early on he was influenced by the likes of the late Galen Rowell, Ansel Adams, N.G. Photographer Steve McCurry, the escapades of noted climbers Yvon Chouinard, Royal Robbins and Ron Kauk, as well as other artists such as Canadian wildlife artist Robert Bateman, noted airbrush illustrator David Kimbal, famed artist M.C. Escher and others. Crane studied Photojournalism at University of Iowa for a period in the mid-80's intending to work for National Geographic, then moved on to Colorado to receive a BFA focusing on Illustration & Graphic Design. All the while Crane nurtured his penchant for photography exploring and documenting the Rocky Mountain West, from New Mexico to the Canadian Rockies.

In 1992 Crane broadened his horizons with a second trip to Alaska's interior where he traveled for a month, adventuring and photographing all he saw. Upon returning he married his wife Annie and moved to the vibrant art community of Santa Fe, New Mexico.

In early 2000 Crane returned home to Colorado where he currently resides with his wife and son. Crane's faith in Jesus Christ as his redeemer and savior is the guiding force in his life and is active in his church & community.