thank you so much...

...to Mom + Dad, Sarah Sealy, John Delgrosso, Ben Nathan, Dina Sweeney, Kim Calabro, Donna Barnes, Darrell Mayer, Chanda McCall, James Cameron, Lorri M, Eric S, Denise + René Wirtz, Christina Hildenbrandt, Kristina Richins, Kate G, Chuck + Liz Ladd, Trish Creta, Doreen Sanfelici, John Begeny, Marcia Perez, Jim Spell, Bennett Strahan, Mary Beth Engle, Zlatgo Unger, Peter Batchelor, Carrie McDaniel, Susan Williams, Rodney Paris, Leilani Techaira, Elizabeth Shoemaker, Stephanie Snyder, Jamie + Lewis Simper, Lisa Sweet, Chrystyne Novack, Kris Delano, Jerry Hazard, Tony Amdur, Marva Motley, Greg Hughes, Bill Russell, Lamont aka I.S.H., Dr. Travis Satterlund, Nr. Nuccio, Mr. Auerbach, Mr. Halprin, Mrs. Cousman, Andrea Schwass, Serge Rivard, Stephen Franklin, Crystal Ann, Alex Kokko, Brendan Hennessee, Steffy, LP, Oliver Plaschka...

...and to everyone I inadvertently left out, big and small, known and unknown - thank you so much for your wholehearted friendship, influence, love, and support over the years, it means verything to me. I wouldn't be doing the things I enjoy today without you, nor would I have my sanity!

...what you're saying

When you meet a person who changes just one way that you think about life or how you observe life, then you have truly met somebody special. To me, Sterling is one of those people. We have known each other for roughly 10 years and his observations on life, art, sports and even politics have had a positive impact on me. He has got me to think about things differently and in a comical light at times. Not one to shy away from controversy, Sterling has carefully analyzed and constructed his thoughts before expressing his views...just like a good lawyer would. Thankfully for the world, Sterling is not a lawyer. I commissioned Sterling over a year ago to capture a black and white landscape photo that I could hang in my apartment. He did not truly know what I was looking for but he came back from his trip to Utah with two excellent black and white landscape photos. I had a difficult time choosing between the two but now I am a proud owner of an original Sterling Stevens framed artwork in my apartment. It is the only art I own and probably the only artwork I will ever hang from my walls. To my friend, I wish you continous success and another Boston Red Sox championship...

James Cameron

Sterling is one of the main reasons why I tell others that there are so many great people to meet in Raleigh. Sterling is laid back, interesting, intelligent, and always seems to keep his prioroties, actions, and philosophies in perfect balance. And although not yet his full-time job, he's a damn good photographer.

-John Begeny

Sterling is a great guy, professional and has a blossoming eye for photography. If you want great images and a friendly photographer, Sterling is the one for you :)

-Lee Stalcup, model

My wife and I had the honor to have Sterling do the unofficial wedding photography in December 2007. We both knew him from DeviantArt and it was really nice to meet the person behind the firewalls and we came to find out that he is as nice and personable as can be. To boot he is an excellent photographer whom we will not hesitate to recommend. After having met with him several times more we can say we consider him a friend. Now if only he could get his hangers in order ...

- René Wirtz, photographer

Sterling is a modern Renaissance man: literate, intelligent, talented, and passionate with a unique point of view, whether shared through a camera lens, drafting table, or keyboard. I remember reading some essay on Jack Nicholson where the author could only conclude that Nicholson's appeal was "because he's so Jack Nicholson." One might say the same thing about Mr. Stevens. He is singularly interesting and confident fellow, and it is a pleasure to see and think about what he shares with the world. Truly a distinctive voice.

- Laura Zerebeski, artist

I have gotten many compliments about the website Sterling made for me, not just with the style, but the functionality and layout. I am quite happy with it and wholeheartedly recommend his services.

- Jim Spell, artist + photographer

"Sterling is the kind of person that gets things done, provides insightful and meaningful ideas and is not afraid to express his opinion even in the face of adversity. This openness is what makes him the creative being that he is and this creativity is truly remarkable."

-Serge Rivard, photographer

I was introduced to Sterling via a mutual friend on an art website we both were and are still members of. While I have never met Sterling in person, I do consider him a friend, someone to turn to for advice and someone that I believe I can offer advice to in return. I consider him a photographic and literary "genius", by that I mean his work invokes emotion in me. I am often envious of his photographic "eye", he is able to compose some of the most amazingly beautiful photos I have ever seen. His work is something I would recommend having on your wall...

-Lewis Simper, photographer