Based out of Denver, Colorado
Contact: chip@chipkalback.com
Instagram: @chipkalback
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Chip Kalback is a Denver-based lifestyle photographer with 15+ years of experience collaborating with creative teams across advertising, editorial, and branded work.
His work is rooted in environmental portraits and on-location lifestyle photography, in a way that feels effortless and unposed.
Chip's biggest goal on any shoot is to bring a consistent aesthetic that aligns with agency briefs, and a relaxed, collaborative approach on set.
His subjects range from athletes and musicians, to models and everyday individuals — typically photographed in environments that reflect the subject’s character and context.
Chip's experience spans across a wide range of areas including travel, outdoor, wellness, and tech, with a portfolio that focuses on strong composition, natural color palettes, and respect for a brand's tone and audience.
For inquiries or portfolio requests, feel free to reach out directly.
Select Clients
BOA Fit System
Brunello Cucinelli
Canyon Bicycles
Casio G-Shock
ESPN
Gestalten
HarperCollins
Land Rover
Lonely Planet
Monster Energy
Mountain Gazette
PopSockets
Popular Science
Powder
RAM Trucks
Red Bull
Rolling Stone
Target
Town of Vail
TrueWerk
United Airlines
Honors & Awards
2024
Communication Arts Photo Annual Shortlist - Mutton Bustin'
Applied Arts - Mutton Bustin'
2023
American Photography 39 - Nine Lives and Counting
International Motion Art Awards 11 - The Coffee Ride
2020
The One Club For Creativity Denver Annual Show - Polarity
The One Club For Creativity Denver Annual Show - Detour
The One Club For Creativity Denver Annual Show - The Best Damn Record Club
Ad Club CO: The Fifty - You Work Hard
2019
Int'l Photography Awards - Farmer In All Of Us
Applied Arts - Farmer In All Of Us
2017
Int'l Photography Awards - The Boa System Rebrand Campaign
Int'l Photography Awards - National Brotherhood of Skiers
The Fence - National Brotherhood of Skiers
American Photography 33 - National Brotherhood of Skiers
2016
Art Director's Club of Denver Annual Show - Night Moves
Art Director's Club of Denver Annual Show - Road Trip