Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN, USA
Experience. I've seen the trends come and go, good light, mediocre light. I've worked with the largest in the Fortune 100, and the smallest startups and small businesses. It is my experience that will help you reach your business' imaging and branding goals.
4 customer reviews
Ted Stets
Headshot Photographers
I worked with Steve to have professional headshots made for my staff profile and online presence.
Steve was great and did a remarkable job.
He has a highly developed eye for detail and worked very quickly. After the shoot we sat down and combed through the images and eventually chose the best 4 or so. I was impressed with how efficient the whole process was. Steve was also very personable and easy to work with. Lots of fun conversation that didn't distract him from his work. Highly recommended.
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Mike McCormick
Headshot Photographers
Working with Steve was great. He is very professional and I was amazed at all the equipment be brings. He set up a professional portrait studio in the matter of 15 minutes in my living room. I got my final pictures back within a couple days and they turned out awesome!. I would recommend using Other Side Images if you have the chance. Great experience! More...
Reply from Other Side Images
Thanks Mike! Great talking music with you! Hope you are well! Cheers, Steve
Mike Grover
Commercial & Corporate Photographers
Steven's communication was great. He went above and beyond to ensure we received high quality product pictures in the right format and clarity. He educated us on the process, accurately hit the needed timeline, and offered great suggestions based off his experience to produce great results. More...
Reply from Other Side Images
Thanks Mike! I'll be interested to see how things work out with the product. Keep me posted, but I think the world will let me know before you have a chance! Cheers, Steve
Whole Life Clinic
Steven took some excellent headshots of our staff for our new website! He was professional, efficient, and knew how to work with us to make sure we got the best photos possible. We would highly recommend!
Reply from Other Side Images
Thank you!
What’s the secret to taking a great photograph?
Starting with a great idea. And then you work tirelessly to turn it into reality. I like to think in terms of what a photograph imparts to its viewer on four levels. First is information, which can stand on its own. Second is purely esthetic, it just plain beautiful to gaze upon. Third, combines those two where people learn and it is graphically interesting. And last but not least, they all combine with great lighting, and it evokes an emotion, spurs them to action, creates change in the mind and the world.
What questions might you ask a client when starting a new project?
Well first, "How are you today?" That's a good start. Then we can talk about their project. What is their idea? What is the story they are trying to tell? Even if its as simple as "I sell this. And people need to see what it looks like," we will work to find a great way to tell that story. Is there a particular look you want to achieve? Then we can talk about budget, logistics, all that reality stuff. Let's find that story, that narrative you need to share.
What do you love most about your job?
The people. There are so many interesting people to meet and find ways to help them tell their story. The variety. Every project is a challenge. Every project deserves the same attention because the people telling the story are as important as everyone else.
What inspired you to start your own business?
My clients. I was asked to do something, so we did it. And then they kept asking for more and bigger and better. It was never really a question of starting my own business, but how could I provide service to those inspiring me to keep working for them.
Why should our clients choose you?
Experience. My experience spans the full spectrum of commercial work. I shoot for family-owned shops to some of the largest corporations in the world, and each one is just as important as the last. Every client deserves my best effort and you'll get nothing but that every time.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Yes, we can provide service remotely via shared screens, shipping of product, video calls, email an phone to exceed your imaging goals. Sharing a screen is a click away and some even prefer this to in person during these uncertain times. This can also be a far more efficient way to work as people don't spend time traveling and the logistics that go with it.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
I've been examining "safe set" practices since the beginning of the pandemic and ensuring I could continue to service clients without putting them, their employees, or their families at risk. I have a required mask and vaccine policy for myself and for any assistant, grip, set builder, stylist, or hair and makeup artist, that I need to involve to tell your story safely and beautifully.