10/10 PHOTOGRAPHER!! I recommend masters touch photography to every senior or upcoming senior I…read moreknow. Shawna is not only a great photographer but also very kind and sweet and makes sure all of the people she is taking pictures of are always comfortable. All of the photos she has taken of me I have loved and have cherished.

Shawna is a fantastic photographer. She has captured some amazing photos of both my daughters and…read moremade lasting one of a kind memories. Her ideas and skills set up some iconic pictures that will be remembered by is for a lifetime.

I can't stop thinking about this tour. Absolutely incredible locations, great relaxed pace and the…read moreperfect balance between the history, guided paths through the buildings and freedom to explore. Jesse is a great Detroit host and seems like a great Detroit citizen as well!

What a awesome experience. Jesse is a great guy who gave a fantastic workshop and showed my friends…read moreand myself the highlights of Detroit. He gives excellent composition tips and it just fun to be around. He knows all the great photo spots and the history behind what has happened in each place. When you are finished with the workshop you realize you got much more than your moneys worth, and some great memories to go along with it. I will do this next time I am in Detroit and recommend it to all of my friends.

Excellent shop that specializes in made in Michigan items. They also do silk screen and embroidery…read morefor clothing for schools and clubs. The prices are fair for high quality work. It's a veteran owned! Recently they added a coffee bar and will sell food items soon

Son used for senior pics. Turned out great and he was happy…read more I used for professional pic. Also v good.

Will definitely be getting more pictures taken. She was able to capture the moments in time that I…read morehaven't been able to. Took some beautiful photos of me and my boys. I had no idea how perfect they would turn out. Thank you Luminous Lux Studios from the bottom of my

From the owner: I'm about the whole experience, its not just freezing the moment, its about connecting and…read moreexperiencing your journey together! I bet you're asking or wondering: "what sets me aside from the other lovely photographers?" While we are all on a unique journey and have reasons for being behind the lens. My passion for photography was sparked at a young age and has only grown stronger over time. With my photography it's not just about capturing the best snap shot, its about seizing the heart beat of the moment! What sets me apart from others in the field is my commitment and creative expression dedicated to you throughout your entire journey, capturing moments that will last a lifetime. Freezing the clock of time, while instilling emotions are captured within! I am dedicated to providing high-quality photographs that speak to the unique vision and desires you hold. By going the extra mile and using cutting edge technology, I plan on keeping you satisfied and filled with astonishment. It would be an honor to work with you and bring your vision to life.

I first met Bryce Denison and MPW in 2020 when I attended a photo review session that they hosted…read more I had been shooting since 2013, entirely self-taught, and had a bit of a chip on my shoulder. I think I was looking more for validation rather than constructive criticism. I got my wish; my images were appreciated along with some nice compliments. But then, unexpectedly, Bryce spoke about several things regarding composition, light, and editing that I had not heard before -- and trust me, I've just about heard it all, as have most of us. Over the next few months, I attended a couple of MPW outings. Each time Bryce taught me things I didn't know. So it didn't take me long to figure out that Bryce was a walking talking repository of photography knowledge and experience who knew things that you don't hear a lot about elsewhere. I asked Bryce if it would make sense for me to attend his Intermediate shooting class and bypass his Fundaments 101 class. He recognized that I had quite a bit of knowledge and experience, so he was on the fence about it. He quizzed me about some shooting concepts that I should know, and I correctly answered 4 or 5 of his 6 or 7 questions. So, what to do? I thought I might be missing some important stuff, so I signed up for the Fundamentals 101 class. I completed it (mostly) in November of 2021. Now in retrospect, it was the right decision. Although I probably already knew about 75% of what was presented, the remaining 25% was astonishing. Of that 25% about half was stuff that I thought I knew but really didn't understand or use correctly. And the rest was stuff brand new to me. Example: Do you know the difference between lens acuity and lens focus? Why is that important to know? How do you calculate which aperture maximizes a given lens's acuity sweet spot? Example: Even given sufficient light, did you know that the lowest ISO setting available in your camera is not necessarily the ISO that generates the least amount of noise? Do you know which ISO setting generates the least amount of noise? Why is that so? Teaching myself photography, I took many online courses, consumed countless various tutorials, scoured Scot Kelby's website, and watched all kinds of B&H and Adorama YouTubes. I consumed as much material as I could get my hands on. But that last 12 or 15% that I learned in Bryce's Fundamentals 101 class just isn't taught anywhere these days. Bryce tells me that most of that stuff was either old-school common knowledge or new tech stuff that's not commonly understood yet. Bottom line, even if you have been shooting for a long time or were self-taught like me, the Fundamentals 101 class is worth every penny. I can strongly recommend it to almost anyone.

I just finished the Fundamentals class and have to say I was impressed with the variety and amount…read moreof topics covered. This is a class for those people, like me, who wanted to move away from point and shoot photography but don't quite know how to. The first night of class you are given a CD which contains all of the power point lessons covered throughout the class. It is nice to have that to reference back on. Some of the topics covered are aperture, F-stop, portraiture, landscape photography and well, everything in between. There are 6 four hour classes followed by a 'break the rules' Saturday class that is 6 hours. They offer several classes, like probably close to 100. I enjoyed the class and am considering taking further classes. I think for the price, you get your money. The best thing about the class was the willingness to teach. Bryce is a brilliant photographer and he was obviously passionate for his students to learn. Having said that, I will also say he is quite the character and may take a minute to adjust to. But hang in there, put up with this sometimes long and drawn out stores because somewhere in the midst is a golden nugget that if learned and applied will make your pictures better. There are homework lessons every week and I thought this would be the part I would dread the most but I really appreciated the constructive feedback and also liked viewing my classmates pictures as well. As with all artistic outlets, tastes and styles vary and it's fun to see the differences within the group. Lastly, if you are looking to purchase more equipment or have any questions about where to go next, Bryce is very open to meeting and talking with his students one on one. Half of one of the classes is talking about brand names and what he considers the must have essentials. Whatever you do, don't go buy a bunch of equipment before the class starts. Learn from him on what you need and don't need. His wealth of knowledge is very impressive and even if I didn't learn anything in the class (I did) I would have taken it if only to have a great resource available when I have questions or concerns. If you're looking to improve your skills, no matter what skill level you are at, you cannot go wrong with Midwest Photography!

I reached out to Leah for a family/pet photo shoot when we adopted our new dog, and I was so happy…read morewith the results, I re-booked her to capture some graduation photos!! She's a very skilled photographer AND she is very accommodating and reliable. A real pleasure to work with! Thanks, Leah!!

For me, photography is a way of connecting, remembering, and preserving. Leah shares this…read morephilosophy, plus a love for adventure. Her photography talents are diverse: we have done studio-style portraits with her, and also climbed trees and hiked with her! One of my favorite things about Leah is her energy. She takes the time to make sure that everyone feels as comfortable as possible, but particularly the children. Leah has a magical way of connecting with them.

Asia provided an amazing opportunity to experience Detroit with my Nikon. Places that may have…read moretaken me years (if ever) to discover brought gorgeous backdrops and subjects to play with and learn about. The class instruction pre-field trip was excellent and helped me gain a better understanding of application before we were set loose on Detroit. I was able to come home and share great new and inspiring out-door are initiative info with friends and family. Thank for the tour of substance in the great city and all the tips, Asia! I now have a great and expended to do list in Detroit and I NEED more photography classes from you :)

HARD PASS. I purchased a Groupon for 2 people to do the cell phone walking tour back on May 3rd…read more There were no dates available to register for the class on the website so that should have been a red flag, however, the rating on Groupon was 4+ stars. I had to email, send messages on the website and call many times before I heard back from someone. When I got a hold of someone, they told me that they only do the class once a month. My friend and I scheduled the class 3 weeks in advance. I got a text message confirming that we could make it on the day of the tour. I confirmed. We showed up at the DIA as instructed at noon and when we arrived, I got a text that the "teacher" was running 30 minutes late. My friend and I waited over an hour and no one showed up. Not the instructor or any other people to take the walking tour. I find it hard to believe that they are promoting this tour on Groupon and only one person a month is trying to schedule the tour. I called the person 2x and she didn't answer and then someone showed up over an hour later as it was going to rain. This is unacceptable. The person that showed up was not wearing any shirt or badge to indicate any affiliation with Photo Sensei. Additionally, when we questioned where the tour would go, she said "she wasn't sure" and she would have to check her phone. She also mentioned driving somewhere, which is a bit fishy as we were prepared to go on a "walking tour" not alone in some strangers car. I also noticed that any positive reviews for this company were from many years ago. Be aware of this.

Andy and Tina at Greenwell Photography are a great team! Not only do they offer a high level of…read moreprofessionalism and customer service, but they over-delivered on our expectations. My company was looking to have product photography done and not only was Greenwell Photography able to book us in very quickly...their turnaround time was also record fast. Genuinely appreciated the level of interest in getting my satisfaction as well. I received test shots while they were in-studio shooting to ensure that the photos met our standards. Cannot recommend this team enough and look forward to working with them again on our next product launch!

Andy Greenwell is a fantastic and versatile photographer. We selected him to provide head shots for…read moreall of our customer-facing employees (hundreds) and he came onsite to complete a highly-organized shoot, resulting in greater consistency of quality across our company and social media channels. We also hired Andy for a separate shoot focused on our executive team. He works well with all levels of an organization and consults with you to ensure you get what you're looking for. Professionally, I'd recommend Andy for a variety of styles from people to product, and personally, he's taken stunning natural light photographs of my family as well. You can't go wrong!

Nice little gallery that has gotten better with time…read more Before recently, I wouldn't have given this four stars, maybe three, but the art they carry and the receptions they have had lately have both been really making the grade. I attended the Susan Hagen multi-media show this winter and was amazed by her work. It seemed a little out of character for art of that caliber to be shown at such a tiny gallery, but the show was stellar. I actually bought some of her pieces. They usually carry carry an assortment of artwork culled by local artists, including polymer clay sculptures and carved wooden walking sticks, as well as paintings and some photography. The multi media show by Susan Hagen was out of this world amazing and I look forward to more events like this held here in the near future. That show did seem a bit uncharacteristic for such a small town art guild, and I don't know how they managed to get her to participate, but it was one of the best art receptions I have seen here. It was on par with the type of show launched by a large gallery. This gallery is big on supporting local fundraisers and area businesses, partnering with them to help improve the arts in the community. They also host art and craft classes here regularly for a small fee.