📷 Meet Steffany Graham - The heart, soul, and creativity behind the lens
Steffany is one of the most gifted and intuitive photographers I know. Today we’re seeing how she plans her set and her lighting preferences for a soft and moody look for model @autumnmehalko
Her genuine spirit creates a space so welcoming, it makes everyone feel at ease in front of her camera, capturing the essence of who they truly are in the most authentic way.
It’s always a pleasure to spend a day with her, witness her process and absorb her knowledge. 😌
Beyond her role as a photographer, Steffany is the Chief Creative Officer of Merakairos Media @merakairosmedia , the visionary Set Director, and co-owner of The MK Lab @themklab .
Looking to update your profile picture?, dreaming up a creative photoshoot? Or In need of some product images for your brand? Steffany’s got you covered. ✨
Get in touch with her at @steffanygraham to book your next session and discover what story you can create together. Don’t forget to check out @themklab & @merakairosmedia for all your other creative media needs too!
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I’m never 100% certain how everything will work out in a shoot… but that’s the beauty of it.
It’s our adaptive ability as humans to figure it out, pivot, and create something meaningful in the process.
Results coming soon 😮💨 be ready for the drop!
Model 😍 @mommy.mayo@glowupbymc
Studio 🎬 @themklab
Here are 10 lessons I’ve learned as a professional photographer! I think “Check your camera bag for batteries and sd cards” should have been up there, now that I think of it 🥲.
I’ve shot professionally for 10 years and have learned quite a bit. Whether it’s game from others or of my own experiences on the job, I’ve narrowed my top 10 lessons to help you in your photography journey.
Comment down below the # of which of these lessons called you out 👇👇👇 and share your own lessons from your own journey that you’ve learned!
If you’re looking to improve and learn more photography tips, follow me @steffanygraham to stay updated!
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The process is the progress piece that will help sustain your success and equip you for your next evolution.
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My simple shooting checklist for portraits is about staying present, not perfect: focus, intentional lighting, honest expression and movement, real-time feedback, then make the adjustment. My goal isn’t taking more photos—it’s taking intentional ones that are genuine and authentic.
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The setup is where the creativity happens and the shot captures it. Train your eye before you train your camera… I promise you, it’s a game changer.
If you’re early in your photography, don’t rush the shot. The more intentional your setup, the less fixing you’ll need later.
Follow @steffanygraham if you’re a beginner photographer looking to sharpen your eye and enhance the dynamics of your photos with lighting strategies!
And just like that, it’s been 10 years. Well I can tell you, I had the craziest dip brows, that’s for sure.
2016 was the year of self-discovery and spiraling. I remember knowing what I wanted but didn’t have the tools under my belt to know how to execute them… so I just did my best. I had pushed through many internal ceilings.
In that year, I…
…turned 21.
…started working out a lot.
…lost my Honda Prelude “Luda” and got a Scion TC.
…dropped out of college
…started a media program where I learned multimedia design.
…broke up with my ex boyfriend.
…was being slandered on the internet.
…lost friends.
…gained friends.
…entered a new relationship with my now husband.
…began partying a lot.
…started drinking heavily to escape my feelings.
…leaned a lot on my family.
…started trying new things.
…continued to grow my photography business.
…would edit until crack hours at Denny’s.
…would be a part of others’ creative projects.
…was depressed and lonely.
…was trying.
In 2016, I was doing my best.
If I could go back and meet 21 year old Steff, I would tell her “Wow, I love you. You are doing wonderful… this was a tough year full of change and you need to give yourself some grace… I know you aren’t where you want to be but I also know you don’t know how to get there. You’re looking for love, joy, and peace. God is 1 turn away, He’s waiting for you.”
So cheers to 2016 Steff 🤗 I’m proud she kept going because she really didn’t want to… but because she did, I found God again and He blessed me with so much more than I thought I’d have. 🤍
Saying 'No' to distractions is the first yes to the life you're building for. Where are you trading your longterm goals for distractions?
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