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Black and white circular logo with text "WAY NORTH," featuring a sun and wavy lines.

WAY NORTH STUDIO | PHOTO + VIDEO PRODUCTION

Inspired by the Northern Lights, endless waters, and wild landscapes, we bring an authentic and creative approach to every project. Our team at Way North Studio specializes in story-driven photo and video content for brands that want to stand out.

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This is way north

We believe the best creative work starts by getting to know the people behind it. Before we ever pick up a camera, we want to understand who YOU are, what you do, and why it matters.

Ryan has an eye for all the moving things. Whether he's filming a race or documenting life outdoors, he's always searching for those small, dainty details. Emilee brings a background in photography, graphic design, and marketing, helping businesses understand what makes them different and turning that into visuals people want to connect with!

When you work with Way North, you're working with us from start to finish. The same people answering your emails are the ones planning your shoot, exploring locations, and delivering the final gallery. The best work comes from real relationships, curiosity, and having a good time creating together!

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What we’ve been creating!

Our Instagram is where you'll find the projects we're working on, behind-the-scenes moments, new adventures, and a little bit of everyday life. Come say hi and follow along.

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Wooden steps leading to a beach with the Northern Lights in the sky.

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Hand holding a red drink, next to a 'The Trestle Cocktail Lounge' coaster and a lit candle on a dark wooden table.
Silhouette of a person and trees under the aurora borealis with green and red lights in the night sky.
"SISU Vodka" by The Honorable Distillery in Marquette Michigan photographed by Ryan Stephens on the shore of Lake Superior.
Smiling person with long blonde hair and wide-brimmed hat.
'Ore Dock Brewing' and the flavor 'Bramble on Rose,' beer made in Marquette Michigan photographed by Ryan Stephens Photo and Way North Studio.
Person operating a video camera on a tripod outdoors, with a desert landscape in the background and other crew members holding a boom microphone.
A woman with curly hair, glasses, and paint-splattered clothes stands at the door of a colorful camper van with a mountain and tree design, in a wooded area with tall trees and sunlight filtering through.
Night sky filled with stars and the Milky Way galaxy, reflected on a calm lake with a treeline silhouette.
Three women standing together, smiling and laughing, dressed casually indoors with plants and shelves in the background.
A football player in a green and yellow uniform running with the ball against a dark background.
Smiling person in a red outfit and white beanie holding a red emergency axe in front of a broken glass display with the text "In Case of Emergency."
Row of modern brick and siding houses with balconies and well-maintained front yards along a curved street at sunset.
Cans of Ore Dock Brewing Company beer labeled "Brad's Best" and "American Amber Ale."
An aerial view of a lush green forest with a winding river, mist and sunlight filtering through the trees at sunrise or sunset.
Woman wearing a decorative scarf with mushroom print and an overcoat, standing outdoors.
Luxury lounge with velvet furniture, a bar, and a modern design.
Person stacking four white ceramic bowls on a small stone pedestal, surrounded by dried flowers and beige fabric, against a white background.
Cans of Breakwater flavored hard seltzer by Ore Dock Brewing Company, featuring Key Lime Pie, Blood Orange & Elderflower, Rock N’ Rye, and Dragonfruit flavors.
Woman with red hair in beige sweater and yellow hat, outdoor setting.
Silhouette of a mountain biker mid-air jump against a backdrop of trees and sunlight.
Three men in suits smiling
A man in winter clothing holding three bags of coffee outdoors in snowfall, with a wooden railing behind him.
Person squeezing citrus over a cocktail on a bar, with bottles in the background.
Person mountain biking on a muddy trail through a dense green forest, wearing a helmet and protective gear.
A woman with curly red hair, wearing a beige chunky knit sweater and blue jeans, standing in a cozy interior space with wooden accents and greenery, smiling at the camera.