Juan Grillo is a Chicago-based photographer and writer. A proud son of Colombian immigrants, he was born and raised in Michigan before relocating to Chicago in 2021. Juan holds a bachelor's degree in human biology from Michigan State University.
When asked how he would describe his artistic style, two distinct words came to mind - "cyan" and "sentimental". In February of 2024, Grillo self-published his first photography and poetry collection titled Celeste. Celeste is a private release that depicts grief, existentialism, and acceptance. Select images from the book are made available online through his portfolio site.
Juan currently works full-time in clinical research and considers himself a lifelong student. His hobbies and interests include staying active, travel, the Detroit Lions, and his cat - Sony. Despite a busy schedule, he makes time for his artistic pursuits and is always open to collaboration.