• MONEP Intro

  

  We’re MONEP – the Missouri Nature and Environmental Photographers, based in the Metro St. Louis (Missouri) region. Our group provides a space, in person and online, for individuals to gather and share photos and ideas about photography and nature.

  Take a look around our site to find out more about us and then please consider joining us for one of our monthly meetings.

  Our mission is to provide a forum for individuals interested in the field of nature photography and the environment, provide education, gather and disseminate information, and promote nature photography as an art form and medium of communication.

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May Meeting

Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Powder Valley Nature Center Auditorium

Topic: My Photographic Journey with Steve Springmeyer

Steve Springmeyer is a St. Louis area photographer who is on a dedicated quest to create a catalogue of images documenting impressions of nature and things man-made encountered in his daily life and travels. He aims to capture and share how he sees the world…where he finds beauty, and mystery, and sometimes humor. Steve gets great joy in sharing his work with others, but this pursuit is mainly driven by a deep need to always be actively engaged in some form of creative exploration.

Steve believes there are events in his life that have profoundly impacted his photographic journey. In his presentation for our May meeting, Steve will share some of his images, along with life stories exampling how he has developed his particular focus and approach.

All images ©Steve Springmeyer

Relatively new to photography, it’s the latest iteration of Steve’s lifelong interest in creative expression. Steve has an undergraduate degree in art, with a concentration in drawing. He has performed hundreds of stand-up comedy shows, including as an opening act for The Beach Boys. Steve has also acted on stage, in feature films, and have done TV and radio spots, industrial films, and voiceover work.

Steve Springmeyer built an award-winning, nationally-recognized graphic design studio. Upon selling his interest in the firm, his interest in photography was rekindled, ultimately leading to this exciting and rewarding artistic adventure.

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