Mario Kroes (1986- Present) is a German born fashion photographer based in Los Angeles, California. Inspired by the likes of Helmut Newton, Irving Penn, and Richard Avedon, Mario abandoned the corporate world at age 26 to begin a self-taught journey into photography. His clients include Vogue, Barney's NY, Glamour Germany, Flaunt Magazine, and others. His work has been prominently displayed in exhibitions including the W Hotel Hollywood, Four seasons Hotels, and Art Basel Hong Kong.