LIFESTYLE, PORTRAITS, PRODUCTS, & MORE +
Behind The Lens:
Gianna Russo
As the owner of Gianna Russo Photography LLC, I have dedicated my professional life to providing the highest level of services possible and to making the individuals I work with feel comfortable and confident. My goal is to allow my clients to immediately get a sense of security, knowing that they're in good and capable hands. I make sure that each client's vision is clearly and visibly understood and that your final products always exceed expectations. With 8+ years of professional experience, I have learned to carefully and meticulously hone my craft in order to produce vibrant and engaging images.
accolades:
Dean's List Recipient;
Savannah College of Art and Design
(2022 - Current)
Recognized as the highest level scholarship demonstrated by students in a college or university.
Levitt Photography Endowed Scholarship
This endowed scholarship is awarded annually to only one student who is a full or part-time undergraduate student majoring in Photography seeking a degree in Savannah.
Academic Honors Scholarship;
Savannah College of Art and Design
(2022 - Current)
Portfolio Achievement Honors Scholarship;
Savannah College of Art and Design
(2022 - Current)
Presidential Achievement Award; USA (2015)
Recognized for outstanding achievements in academics, extracurriculars, and a 4.0 GPA
Awards:
Octoberfest Photography Competition; Ohio (2018)
Multiple 1st place awards in "Portraits" and "Nature" categories
Scholastic Art Festival; Silver Key Winner in Photography; USA (2018)
Placed 1st in the state of Ohio; Received "Honorable Mention" in Photography category.
First-Place Achievement in Photography, Digital Media II; Ohio (2018)
Recognized for outstanding composition in a given photography portfolio
National Fine Arts Award Winner; United States Achievement Academy (2014)
Recognition of high-scholarly success, a 4.0 GPA, and recommendation from a teacher and/or academic advisor overseeing various extra-curricular programs in the fine arts.
CERTIFICATIONS:
Remote Pilot Certification: Part 107;
Federal Aviation Administration
(2024)
Required to pilot small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) for commercial purposes. Demonstrates understanding of regulations, operating requirements, and procedures for safely flying drones.
Adobe Photoshop 23'; Adobe (2023)
"Adobe Certified Professional" is an industry-recognized certification that demonstrates mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud software and foundational knowledge for digital media careers.
Adobe Lightroom 22'; Adobe (2022)
"Adobe Certified Professional" is an industry-recognized certification that demonstrates mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud software and foundational knowledge for digital media careers.
EDUCATION:
Commercial Photography B.F.A;
Savannah College of Art and Design
(Current - 2026)
- Dean's List Recipient - All Quarters (2022-2024)
- 4.0 GPA
Duel College Credit Program;
Kent State University
(2018- 2019)
High School Diploma w/ Honors;
Howland High School, Ohio
(2015 - 2019)
EXPERIENCE:
Independent Contractor;
Elevated Coastal Productions
SC, GA, FL (April 2023 - Current)
Associate Photographer;
JMO Photography LLC
Canton, OH (2021-2022)
Associate Photographer;
The Morii Lens
Cortland, OH (2021)
Studio Manager;
The Gallery 360
Niles, OH (2017 -2020)
Associate Photographer;
Ascano Photography
Niles, OH (2017 -2020)
Features & Publications:
Arts & Culture;
Savannah Morning News
Savannah, GA
(October 6th, 2023)
Cover Images and Article Headers
Real Producers Magazine (2023-2024)
June and August Issues; GA (2023)
May and June Issues; GA & SC (2024)
Community Highlights: Inspiring Stories
Voyage Magazine Savannah
May Issue; Savannah GA (2022)