Fine Art Photography

Chicago Photo Concepts

Discover fine art prints that capture the essence of Chicago through the lens of award winning photographer Raf Winterpacht and celebrate the personality and spirit of Chicago.

A Visual Storytelling Of The City Of Chicago

More than just a city, Chicago is a multitude of stories. Each story can be seen through the city's architecture, through its varied lights, its changing seasons, and the unforgetable moments it brings. Photographing this energy and personality in his fine-art photos, photographer Raf Winterpacht showcases the best of Chicago. Whether it is Chicago's famous skyline and old structures or hidden urban details and seasonal landscapes, all photos are shot with the intent to create an appreciation of Chicago's beauty.

Symmetrical portrait of Chicago skyscrapers reflecting in glass facade at golden hour, high contrast
Symmetrical portrait of Chicago skyscrapers reflecting in glass facade at golden hour, high contrast
Close-up of steel bridge details over the Chicago River, geometric lines, dramatic shadows
Close-up of steel bridge details over the Chicago River, geometric lines, dramatic shadows
Chicago skyline reflecting on the wet pavement of a dark street at twilight, glowing streetlights
Chicago skyline reflecting on the wet pavement of a dark street at twilight, glowing streetlights
Curated Portfolios

Featured Collections

Chicago Skylines

Architectural Geometry

Urban Reflections

Sunrise and sunset, blue hours and all other seasonally-based dramatic skyline shots.

Honoring some of the world-famous building designs in Chicago, bridges and architectural marvels.

Symmetry, reflection and creative angles found throughout the city.

Seasonal Chicago

Travel

Art Prints

Discover Chicago during winter (ice), autumn (colors), spring (bloom) and summer (evenings).

Inspiring images from beyond Chicago.

Professional museum-quality artwork perfect for your home, office or collectible.

Light And Reflection In An Architectural City

Chicago has been blessed with architectural history and a constantly changing skyline which creates endless possibilities for creativity. With careful planning, timing, and technical skills, many familiar landmarks become extraordinary works of art through the composition of each photo.

Some Featured Gallery Highlights

  • Chicago River

  • The Bean

  • The Rookery Building

  • Reflections Of The Skyline

  • Ice Photos During Winter

  • Lakefront Sunrise

Raf Winterpacht

With a love for finding extraordinary things within ordinary situations, photographer Raf Winterpacht has spent years exploring Chicago with the purpose of revealing the artistic qualities of common urban scenes. He has focused his work on cityscape photography, architecture, landscaping and urban exploration to bring forth the hidden beauties of those commonly overlooked places. Through Chicago Photo Concepts, he presents a unique visual representation of a city that celebrates the grander scale as well as smaller aspects of the city.

Symmetrical portrait of Chicago skyscrapers reflecting in glass facade at golden hour, high contrast
Symmetrical portrait of Chicago skyscrapers reflecting in glass facade at golden hour, high contrast

My Story

Quality Fine Art

Expertise On Chicago

Photographic Images Made With Passion And Skill

Images are photographed and edited professionally with consideration toward longevity.

Highly knowledgeable about Chicago’s historical architecture, landmarks and beauty of its various seasons.

Perspective

Print Ready

Uniquely composed photos that show new points of view for the same location.

Designed to be displayed at home, in an office, gallery or commercial space.

Photography Stories, Tips & Thoughts On Chicago

Blog Posts written by photographers sharing tips and techniques for photography, behind-the-scenes experiences, favorite locations to shoot in Chicago, seasonal photography guidelines and insight into their thoughts while taking each photo.

Take Some Of The Best Of Chicago Home

Whether you live here now or have visited, whether you’re an architecture enthusiast, a collector of fine art photography or anything in between, find photography that reflects your love for Chicago.