G. Brown Photography

I shoot people. With a camera, obviously.

I'm Greg, a portrait and people photographer based in Zürich. I started young. I got my first camera at four, my first pro body at 15, and have been shooting professionally since 2008. I speak English, German, Italian, French and a bit of Spanish. I've lived in eight countries across four continents, so I'm happy and ready to travel for the right project.

I make honest images of real humans, no stiff poses, no cheesy filters. Calm direction, flattering light and a bit of banter so you forget about the lens. My work spans private and corporate events, business reportage, portraits, personal branding and video. I work with social media folks, pharmaceutical and IT teams, and a mix of companies and organisations including eBay, the hepart group, the Stiftung für Gesundheit und Umwelt, and Social Drinks led by Baschi Sale. See more in my references section.

My Style

My style is clean and modern reportage. I generally don't retouch skin and things. I believe you're already photogenic, and with the right angles, light and posing direction, anyone can be beautiful. I keep my photo edits to exposure (light), colour and crop. I prefer environmental portraits outdoors, but I can bring a full kit indoors when you need a consistent look, including lights, powerful flash units and various background options.

Greg Brown on location for a sunset shoot in a vineyard

My Workflow in Practice

I’m practical about output. You get best-quality JPG files ready for web, socials, and print. To make life easier for you, I select the best photos from the photoshoot or event. Delivery is via an online gallery, usually within five business days, but I'm happy to offer a 48-hour or quicker turnaround if you need it.

Before, during and after a photoshoot with Greg

1

Understand your needs

Who we're photographing, where we're photographing, and the aim of the photoshoot is.

2

Planning

Location and shot suggestions, as well as a wardrobe guide and a few other tips for a successful photoshoot

3

The photoshoot

Easy-to-follow directions, efficient pacing, and capturing authentic expressions

4

Deliver

A curated online gallery, with only the best photographs, print options and more within five business days.

What people say about my photography services

Clients call the experience calm, clear and confidence boosting:

"He brings out the best and natural part of people. I've had so many compliments on my portraits."

"Authentic and spontaneous, I've never felt so comfortable with a photographer. Super recommended."

"First pro headshot that felt cool, not awkward. Loved the results."

A glimspe behind the scenes

Some behind-the-scenes shots. From outdoor portrait sessions to my professional video and photo studio in Kreuzlingen. These moments show some of the equipment, techniques, and collaborative approaches that go into creating authentic photographs and videos.

Behind the scenes of an outdoor portrait session with photographer Gregory Brown

Behind the scenes with Greg at an outdoor location in Zurich.

Photographer Greg Brown on location with a customer

Behind the scenes look with Greg on location with a customer.

Live production facilities, either for videos, podcasts or webinars.

Studio setup with 3 PTZ cameras and professional sound equipment

Professional video and photo studio in Kreuzlingen

The personal side

I shoot in Black and White because I see the contrast better, converting to true-to-life colour in post. I like cooking (and eating), travelling, and the great outdoors. I'm a tea person, not a coffee drinker, but I do like tiramisu (weird, right?), I'm a dad to a brilliant ten-year-old daughter, who is one of my biggest fans. I live together with my partner in the quiet village of Nänikon, about 15 minutes away from the centre of Zürich.

Alongside client work, I create fine art photography from Switzerland and my travels abroad. If you're choosing a piece of art for your space, send a quick room photo and I'll mock it up to scale so you can visualise it at home.

SIYU Professional Photography Switzerland

The quality of the photography is the key aspect of SIYU's work.

SIYU distinguishes itself through professionalism, expertise, a willingness to innovate, and the photography of its members. As a photography-based professional association, SIYU's task is to realise and represent the common interests of its members. SIYU is considered Switzerland's best practice photographic instance.