| "I
like to think of photography as a social responsibility. When I
think of how photography has shaped history…. I've realized there
are images to be captured everywhere, at all times."
Stephen Martin Photography
is the culmination of 15 years of exposures and a lifetime of
images. SMP is dedicated to the image and the audience, constantly
focusing on the pre-visualization of the subject or client. SMP
shoots happen in the studio or on location using traditional film
or cutting edge digital. The desired effect is what you get.
SMP developed early in NW Indiana and moved south to W. Lafayette
where training continued. Upon receiving a B.A. from Purdue, SMP
was in constant pursuit of environmental portraits. To investigate,
learn, and best portray the subject in an image or series of images.
Travels have taken SMP from California to Kiev, Portland to Prague,
always ready to capture the ever-changing moment. Undoubtedly
calling the Midwest home, SMP is now expanding its horizons while
remaining true to its foundations. Based now in Winfield, just
east of Crown Point, SMP is growing fast.
"Clients come out
and they like the fact we are in a rural area. They appreciate the natural
images we create in the gardens, among the trees, or in the nearby
orchard."
"I owe my passion
for photography and any success in its pursuit to many people and
many subjects. Most importantly to my wonderful wife, my always supportive parents and
siblings, and my 3 fantastic kids."
"Thanks Cousin Julie
for my first polaroid camera, Uncle Bob and Uncle Gus for sharing
the equipment and pioneering the way when those darkroom chemicals
could have killed you!
"Life is education.
Learn to be a teacher."
"I would like to
thank my many teachers. Especially Shirley Hewlett and Vernon Cheek,
whose formal instruction and kind friendships still inspire."
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