Gil Cope is an accomplished Portland-based photographer, director, painter, and digital artist with a diverse 45-year career. Before relocating to the Northwest and settling near Portland with his wife, Andrea Gio Cope, he spent decades in New York City and Los Angeles. During this time, he traveled globally to shoot commercials and fashion editorials for high-profile clients, with his work appearing in prestigious publications like Vogue and on televised events such as the MTV Music Awards. Known for fusing physical and digital media, Cope has produced a wide range of projects, from photorealistic paintings to robot sculptures with microprocessors. He views all of his creative pursuits as different ways of telling a story.
Cope continuously reinvents his style and mediums to keep his creativity fresh, ensuring his art evolves over time. His website features collections of his diverse work, including photography, digital art, paintings, and sculptures. In addition to his prolific visual art, Cope has also authored a novel. His artwork has been displayed in galleries, and he has collaborated with his wife, Andrea Gio Cope, who is also an artist. You can find his photography and videos on Instagram at @gilcope.
