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First and foremost, I'm going to be myself with you. I'll make jokes and tell stories and ask questions and get excited and say four-letter words (but not around delicate little ears) and generally treat you like I treat my best friends. Oh and I'll make you laugh. I promise I will make you laugh.

But not just because I like to perform (though I do); it's not an act--not some ploy to make you like me (though I do want you to). It's pretty simply just how I work best. Think about how you act around your best friends. Do you say what you're thinking? Do you laugh when you're amused? Do you share your excellence AND your insecurities? YES OF COURSE YOU DO. That's the definition of being yourself!

Now, I understand I'm not among your best friends. We've likely not met. But part of my expertise comes from the ability to show up to our shoot and just be myself. To say what I'm thinking, to laugh when I'm amused, and most importantly, to share my excellence AND my insecurities. Because I believe you won't judge me. I TRUST YOU. So mayyyybe you'll see that this is a safe place: that you can say or do anything.

This is why instead of asking you to smile during our shoot, I'll set you up to laugh with your partner: because your laughing face--not your photo smile--is who you ARE. It's why I don't spend a lot of time or energy posing: because your body language toward each other is SO MUCH MORE representative of your relationship than anything I could suggest.

I'm here to help create SPACE for you and your partner to be yourselves. THIS is my skill--my expertise--the reason I'm so valuable. THIS is where the amazing pictures start. My entire philosophy and body of work relies upon the simple theory that the images you'll love the most are those where you can see yourself as your truest self.

If this sounds good and reasonable to you, let's talk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$2,995

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Canvas
Digital Files
Proofs

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$2,995

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Canvas
Digital Files
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints
Save the Date
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Zahra A. Married on 10/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend!

Choosing Mike as our wedding photographer was one of the best decisions we made for our special day. Not only did he capture every moment beautifully, but his kindness and helpfulness made us feel at ease throughout the entire process. His sense of humor added an extra layer of joy to the day, making every shot feel natural and genuine. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.
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Katrina Married on 06/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Mike was hands down, the easiest choice we made for our wedding.

If you are looking for an extremely talented photographer that is an absolute blast…look no further. Choose Shutterhead Studios! The end results (the photographs) are absolutely amazing. His ability to capture movement, snap the quiet moments and catch a glimpse of genuine joy, is phenomenal. Beyond the pics, he was an absolute joy to have at our wedding. It felt like we was a natural part of the celebration. He is a fun, light hearted professional who somehow gets you through the nerves of the day and makes everyone laugh at some point in the day. Don’t hesitate to meet with him, ask him questions or grab a beer and chat about what you want out of your day. Mike as our photographer was the best decision we made for our wedding.
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Mary S. Married on 06/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Decision

Of all the decisions we had to make for our wedding, hiring Mike as our photographer was one of the best we made. He took the time to get to know us as a couple even before our engagement photo shoot. Mike did everything he could to make us as comfortable as possible while giving us the space to be ourselves. We were so impressed with the artistry and quality of his photos and the attention to detail he had while taking them. On wedding day, he even served as an extra bridesmaid/groomsmen, as he came with a steamer for us to use, along with other last minute necessities. He took the time to get to know our guests and felt like a friend we've had for years. We cannot recommend him highly enough!
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Mike Stempler
Mike Stempler
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I live in Columbus with my wife and daughter, who are the Absolute Loves of My Life. I'll almost certainly talk about them at our shoot. I love asking questions and making jokes just playing around with my couples. Well, with everybody really.

Photography is my full-time gig. I love it, and I'm good at it, and I've been doing it for 12 years. My camera feels like an extension of arm, so most of my creative energy goes into helping my couples be themselves.

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