“Stephen is one of my favorite artists. I call him an artist because he doesn't use photography as a literal medium, he uses bold colors, striking compositions, beautiful contrasts and throws in stunning personality. Somehow he manages to marry this amazing photography with complete professionalism. He is an absolute joy to work with an I'm not just saying that because his mustache is world class. You haven't art directed, creative directed or created a campaign unless you've worked with SAW as a photographer, indulge yourself and your client, and yes it's a bonus you get to visit San Francisco to do it. Highly recommended.”

JimxHarper • Director of Business Development | Boxing Clever & 4AS

Wow. Thanks for the kudos Jim!
If you enjoyed reading this (as much as I did,) take a look at the section called “the real me” in the ABOUT page on my site.

Hi there. I am Stephen Austin Welch, a photographer and director. My specialties are capturing authentic lifestyle images,
genuine portraits & graphic still lifes. I also shoot, what I have coined, environments and scapes. See ’em all on my site.

I create photographs and spots for ad agencies, designers, record labels, magazines and businesses worldwide.
I am based out of San Francisco but travel across bridge/tunnel and oceans to get you your shots.

Call me, SAW, (or my great agent, Norman Maslov) for photo projects BIG, medium, small — here, there, anywhere.

We love to shoot!