CLEVELAND, Ohio - Here are 21 Ohio-based photographers to follow on Instagram. Why? Because their accounts will make you jealous.
These photographers in the slides that follow share images of people climbing on skyscrapers. Some share abandoned amusement parks and malls, and give us a glimpse of places long forgotten. You can see gorgeous portraits and concert photography. You'll find landscapes and city shots.
So if you're feeling nostalgic and want to see haunting photos of Geauga Lake Amusement Park, you can follow sephlawless and 5krapbrain. For images of Cleveland, you can check out inthe216.
These are incredible Instagram accounts to follow for more than just selfies.
Do you have a favorite Ohio-based photographer? Share the account in the comments below.
Maura Zurick, cleveland.com
21 incredible photographers to follow on Instagram
By Maura Zurick
cleveland.com
Jan. 30, 2017
Instagram is the social media platform made for sharing beautiful photos, so here are 21 photographers that share some incredible snapshots. Scroll through for captivating images of abandoned places and Lake Erie or lovely portraits and skyline shots.
Video: 5 awesome pictures by Ohio photographers
Check out these stunning pictures in the video at left.
Aren't the photos lovely?
1. Churkh
Churkh, also known as Kevin Inthavong, takes some lovely portraits. Scroll through his images of people. It'll make you want to get your picture taken. You can follow him by searching for churkh or by clicking this link.
2. Amusemymuse
Amusemymuse takes photos of Cleveland and her travels. She has some incredible shots of climbing buildings in some of the country's biggest cities. You'll appreciate these photos because they're beautiful and because of the danger they must have required to capture the shot. You can follow her by searching for amusemymuse or by clicking this.
3. 5krapbrain
5krapbrain, also know as Johnny Joo, gives the world a glimpse of places long forgotten through the lens of his camera. Joo is also an urban explorer. You can follow his Instagram account for a sampling of his work. To add him search for 5krapbrain or by clicking this link.
4. Sephlawless
Like 5krapbrain, sephlawless also shares haunting images of abandoned places. He, too, is an urban explorer. His images have gone viral and his Instagram is filled with hundreds of striking shots. You can follow him by searching sephlawless or by clicking this link.
5. Timothyplong
Tim Long posts lovely images of Cleveland. To see some great shots of the Cleveland area, you'll want to follow Long. You can add him by searching for timothyplong or by clicking this link.
6. Pierson_
Pierson Trimarchi goes by just pierson on Instagram. The Cleveland photographer shares everything from skyline views and portraits to nature shots. You can add him by searching for pierson_ or by clicking this link.
7. Tomcsawyer
Thomas Sawyer is also a Cleveland photographer. Check out his account for stunning shots from life in The Land. You can search for tomcsawyer or click this link to add him.
8. Garykdean
Gary Dean splits his time between Akron and Chicago. Check out his account for skyline views and portraits. You can follow him by searching garykdean or by clicking this link.
9. Inthe216
Photographer Denny Petkovsek captures some incredible images of Cleveland. He uses both a Canon and an iPhone. You can follow him by searching inthe216 or by clicking this link.
10. Ohiophotoryan
Ryan Adkins is a Columbus-based photographer. He shares beautiful nature shots of Ohio. You can follow him by searching ohiophotoryan or by clicking this link.
11. Hobbes2485
Hobbes2485 is a Toledo-based photographer. He takes photos of nature, animals and skylines. You can check out his work by searching hobbes2485 or by clicking this link.
12. Kellylynphotography
Kelly Hughes is a Cleveland native and photographer. Most of her images are local and quite beautiful. You can add her by searching for kellylynphotography or by clicking this link.
13. Oyvegh
Photographer Judie Vegh takes really cool shots of concerts and performers. Check out her images by searching for oyvegh or by clicking this link.
14. Anthonyorosz
Anthony Orosz is a Toledo-based photographer. He shares fascinating images of skylines. You can follow him by searching for anthonyorosz or by clicking this link.
15. Ryantesterphotography
Ryan Tester is also a Toledo-based photographer. He shares everything from nature shots to skyline views. You can follow him by searching ryantesterphotography or by clicking this link.
16. Vixvisuals
Victoria Bailor is a Cleveland photographer. She shoots everything from portraits to abandoned places. You can add her by searching vixvisuals or by clicking this link?
17. Suzuranphotography
Suzanne Price is a Cleveland-based photographer. She takes absolutely gorgeous wedding photos. She also shoots portraits, skyline shots and pictures of animals. You can add her by searching suzuranphotography or by clicking this link.
18. Jeep_And_A_Nikon
Northeast photographer Sandra Dulla drives around in her jeep and takes some really awesome photographs. Check out her account for colorful images of nature. To add her, search for jeep_and_a_nikon or click this link.
19. EricJHewitt
Eric J. Hewitt is a Cleveland-based video producer. His account is filled with beautiful shots of nature and the Cleveland skyline. You can follow him by searching for ericjhewitt or by clicking this link.
20. Jasontcrocker
Jason Crocker is a Cleveland wedding photographer, so his Instagram is filled with adorable wedding photos. To follow him, search for jasontcrocker or by clicking this link.
Maura Zurick, cleveland.com
21. Dmpetkiewicz
Cleveland.com photographer David Petkiewicz takes amazing shots of Cleveland, as well as other spots in Ohio. He's also a wedding photographer and captures some lovely moments. You'll want to check out his account. Add him by searching dmpetkiewicz or by clicking this link.
22. Clevelanddotcom
Yes, this is our account. But we post some pretty great photos too by our staff from cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer. Follow clevelanddotcom for images of downtown Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. You can add us by searching for clevelanddotcom or by clicking this link.
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