About the Creator

John Gaugler is the creator behind OBSCURA, a multidisciplinary brand where high-end photography, skate culture, and mysticism collide.

Born in New York City, John grew up surrounded by the pulse of urban life — steel, concrete, and skyline light. That foundation shaped his eye for both the chaos and beauty of cities, while his travels across mountains, oceans, and hidden landscapes gave balance to his vision.

Through his lens, John has captured over thousands of photographs — cityscapes, horizons, and raw urban nights collected across the world. Each image is more than a picture: it’s a fragment of prophecy, a vision pulled from the unseen world into the present.

OBSCURA is not just a name — it’s a philosophy: Objectively Breaking Standards, Contemporary Urban Rags & Accessories. Every print, every sticker, every piece of apparel is built around that core idea — pushing boundaries, rejecting the ordinary, and revealing hidden truths.

From this massive archive, John distills limited edition fine art prints, collectible skate decks, and apparel drops. Each piece is signed, numbered, and crafted to carry the Obscura intensity into the hands of collectors.

OBSCURA Photography is where design, vision, and prophecy intersect. Every work is a reminder: the world is stranger, sharper, and more mysterious than it appears.