Welcome! Thanks for your interest in my photography and video services
About Steve Toepp and Midwest Photographics
I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Photography at the prestigious Columbia College in Chicago. Next, I began working for commercial studios and freelancing for certain departments at University of Notre Dame. (The Snite Museum of Art was my favorite!)
After I operated two large studio locations for many years, the Digital Generation emerged. In 2007, I pursued a degree in digital media. This recent degree, with its concentration in film and video, allowed me to expand Midwest Photographics’ services and to continue working on the front line of the industry.
Although formally trained in fine art and commercial photography, I found my passion for capturing people/portraits and special events became the majority of my business (over 800 weddings now).
My talent and experience are among my best assets. My desire to learn and pursue the latest innovations and gear in the industry propelled Midwest Photographics into a successful multimedia studio. Even more, we care about each client: the studio offers a comprehensive series of services that is personalized for your photography or multimedia needs. We can provide both photography and videography simultaneously with cost efficiency.
Midwest Photographics is built on a foundation of skills and proper technique upon which creativity can thrive.
What we do
Simultaneously Photography and videography – with cost efficiency
Commercial Photography – in Studio or on location
Special Events- Photography, videography, live streaming,
Studio or Location Portraiture – from lifestyle to professional profile photos.
Video & Films – Product demos, tutorials, storytelling, Drone, Teleprompter, Motion Graphics
Superior Editing skills – Photoshop, Video Post Production, Expert Retouching, Album Design
We Tell the Story
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Although trained commercial photographer Steve photography business and has shot more than 800 weddings. Although his talent and experience are among his best assets, Steve’s desire to learn and pursue the latest innovations and gear in the industry are what have grown Midwest Photographics into a successful multimedia business.
About Midwest Photographics
Midwest Photographics was founded by Steve Toepp in 1985, which is also when his studio opened. While analog photography was Steve’s strength, in 2005, he remodeled the Midwest Photographics business plan to become a full-service multimedia, digital content studio. His business offers a comprehensive series of services that is personalized for both your photography and multimedia needs.
Midwest Photographics is founded on the principle that skills and proper technique provide an essential foundation for creativity to build upon. Acquired skills such as proper lighting, timing, correct camera placement, and unique composition are indispensable techniques that are every bit as important as the creativity aspect of photography. Steve relies on his learned skills and experience during shoots, but enjoys the creative side throughout the post-production process where creative digital enhancements can be made.
When you choose Midwest Photographics, Steve will become your behind-the-scenes partner in the visionary stage, during the shoot, and throughout the entire editing process.
What we do
Simultaneously Photography and videography – with cost efficiency
Commercial Photography – in Studio or on location
Special Events- Photography, videography, live streaming,
Studio or Location Portraiture – from lifestyle to professional profile photos.
Video & Films – Product demos, tutorials, storytelling, Drone, Teleprompter, Motion Graphics
Superior Editing skills – Photoshop, Video Post Production, Expert Retouching, Album Design