John was the first stream I looked on flickr and that was 3 years ago I think!! And til this day he remains my fave. He may not know this but I am a fan and am always up to date with what he is doing photowise. Oh to shot like John would be heaven. I love the way he see's the world and to look at his stream makes yo… Read more

John was the first stream I looked on flickr and that was 3 years ago I think!! And til this day he remains my fave. He may not know this but I am a fan and am always up to date with what he is doing photowise. Oh to shot like John would be heaven. I love the way he see's the world and to look at his stream makes you feel like you know him so well. Me= Number 1 Fan!

Jon's was one of the very first flickr streams I picked up on when I first started flickring three years ago. Since then, my own photographs have been highly influenced by the amazing work this craftsman creates. His photographs are misleading -- they seem so effortless to create, but in reality the taking of photos as… Read more

Jon's was one of the very first flickr streams I picked up on when I first started flickring three years ago. Since then, my own photographs have been highly influenced by the amazing work this craftsman creates. His photographs are misleading -- they seem so effortless to create, but in reality the taking of photos as superbly as these is anything but easy. He's an amazing, inspiring photographer.

If I could special order a big brother, I would ask for someone like Jon. Not only is he a talented and creative photographer but also a very warm and gentle man, with the biggest, most contagious smile that welcomes you like a good old friend. He also happens to give wonderful bear hugs. And could Jon's family be any … Read more

If I could special order a big brother, I would ask for someone like Jon. Not only is he a talented and creative photographer but also a very warm and gentle man, with the biggest, most contagious smile that welcomes you like a good old friend. He also happens to give wonderful bear hugs. And could Jon's family be any cuter? Thanks for being such an inspiration. :)

well, color me surprised when I discovered I hadn't written a testimonial for the man himself. although it certainly doesn't look like mr. madison is in need of any more positive words, and one certainly doesn't need to hear how fabulous his work is after having seen just one photo, but nevertheless, he is deserving. o… Read more

well, color me surprised when I discovered I hadn't written a testimonial for the man himself. although it certainly doesn't look like mr. madison is in need of any more positive words, and one certainly doesn't need to hear how fabulous his work is after having seen just one photo, but nevertheless, he is deserving. one of my first flickr contacts back in the good ole days of beta, jon is one of those rare flickr folks who someone seems to have made it to "friend" status in my book, despite not having met him in real life. his photos are real, honest, and chock full of emotion. when one typically says a phrase like that, "full of emotion," i suppose thoughts of sadness or tears or wedding day love come to mind; but, in the case of jon's photos, they are full of emotion the way every day life is, swelling in the smiles of one of his [gorgeous] children's faces or conveying the city of seattle to the point that i feel i "know it." despite all the previous fancy, artsy statements, his photos are fundamentally a joy to look at. colourful, vibrant, real, true -- a representation of something special and unique in an occasionally dull and digital world.

I'll never forget waiting to meet Jon on some corner in Seattle for the first time. We knew what each other looked like, I thought I knew from which direction he'd be approaching, I thought I was prepared. Nope. The man had his camera out before we even said hello. I think I heard the shutter click first. Then his… Read more

I'll never forget waiting to meet Jon on some corner in Seattle for the first time. We knew what each other looked like, I thought I knew from which direction he'd be approaching, I thought I was prepared. Nope. The man had his camera out before we even said hello. I think I heard the shutter click first. Then his laugh. My favorite thing about Jon is that he backs up his superhuman photographs with such a good, kind soul. No wonder his pics are always so good, people WANT to be photographed by him. They know he's going to see something unique in them. Those random people on the street may not realize it, but they even want to be captured by Jon. Not 'captured' captured, obviously...although he does make a mean breakfast burrito :)

When I log in to flickr, I immediately go to my Contacts list and see what jon has posted. I love how he works with color both digital and in film; I especially love the sense of joy that I see in his portraits. Add to his skill as a photographer the fact that he's the kind of guy that everybody loooooves to… Read more

When I log in to flickr, I immediately go to my Contacts list and see what jon has posted. I love how he works with color both digital and in film; I especially love the sense of joy that I see in his portraits. Add to his skill as a photographer the fact that he's the kind of guy that everybody loooooves to be around, and you've got a potent package. (Oh yeah, smooth dancer too).

Jon has a big heart and his eyes are wide open. It shows in his photography. He rediscovers his environment with brand new eyes and the way he depicts his family is full of love and respect, warmth and faith. I have never met him personally, but I have a strong feeling that it would be a very good encounter. His photos… Read more

Jon has a big heart and his eyes are wide open. It shows in his photography. He rediscovers his environment with brand new eyes and the way he depicts his family is full of love and respect, warmth and faith. I have never met him personally, but I have a strong feeling that it would be a very good encounter. His photos raise emotions in me and that's always a sign of good photography. Hugs, Ilona

I haven't gotten around to purchasing any gold to wear around my neck as of yet, but hypothetically speaking, Jon's photos would probably be doper than whatever I actually came across. Not a big fan of gold really, but I'm a huge fan of these portraits here. Produced under much more favorable conditions (gold miners … Read more

I haven't gotten around to purchasing any gold to wear around my neck as of yet, but hypothetically speaking, Jon's photos would probably be doper than whatever I actually came across. Not a big fan of gold really, but I'm a huge fan of these portraits here. Produced under much more favorable conditions (gold miners are not the world's most respected exploited workers, that is), I could definitely see myself preferring the photos to the jewelry. Come to think of it, I might print one or two of these portraits out and wear THOSE around my neck. I like them that much anyway. Thanks Jon.

Jon is the guy that you want to suceed in life, and know that he will. When he dies, at least an slr, a viewfinder, maybe a rolliflex will be in his casket, with a sign "pry it out of my cold dead hands.... if you can." His photos are all over the map, with his subjects being the people he knows, don't know, is getti… Read more

Jon is the guy that you want to suceed in life, and know that he will. When he dies, at least an slr, a viewfinder, maybe a rolliflex will be in his casket, with a sign "pry it out of my cold dead hands.... if you can." His photos are all over the map, with his subjects being the people he knows, don't know, is getting to know and then things other then people. I look forward to learning a lot from him. Big ups, B

Jon and I live less than 30 miles from each other and yet we have never met in person. I first ran into his photo stream seeing his shots of Seattle as he commuted to work. The man went raving mad with his camera, picking up film and shooting shooting shooting. His eye is amazing and you can spot one of his shots from … Read more

Jon and I live less than 30 miles from each other and yet we have never met in person. I first ran into his photo stream seeing his shots of Seattle as he commuted to work. The man went raving mad with his camera, picking up film and shooting shooting shooting. His eye is amazing and you can spot one of his shots from a thumbnail a mile away. I always enjoy the great perspective he brings to a photo. My fav's so far have been his one hike (which I do all the time) and the unique vision he had of scenes I see so differently. The man is a photo genius and its a pleasure to "know" him, even if thus far its only been through Flickr.

It doesn't matter what camera or film Jon uses. Everything he shoots always turns out so unbelievably dope. His photostream provides an endless flow of humor, love, and inspiration that keeps me coming back every day. And he's just a cool guy who is as radiant and fun in person as all of his photos and comments. He's o… Read more

It doesn't matter what camera or film Jon uses. Everything he shoots always turns out so unbelievably dope. His photostream provides an endless flow of humor, love, and inspiration that keeps me coming back every day. And he's just a cool guy who is as radiant and fun in person as all of his photos and comments. He's one in a million.