Steven Van Worth on Fstoppers

Staff Writer

The Bearded Film Guy

Steven Van Worth is a photographer and writer who’s spent over 15 years telling stories through a lens. From the crack of a bat at minor league baseball games and the grit of high school sports to the quiet resilience found in intimate portraits and even natural disasters, his work blends a journalist’s instinct with an artist’s love for imperfection. Based in Oklahoma, Steven has a soft spot for analog photography—often loading his own film, developing it in the darkroom, and embracing the surprises that come with it. His photos have appeared in local news outlets and personal projects that celebrate the raw, unpolished beauty of both digital and film work. When he’s not behind the camera, you’ll usually find him writing about photography, teaching beginners, or chasing that perfect shot under the Friday night lights.

Gear Bag

Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L
Canon 6D
Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L
Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L
Canon AE-1
Pentax K1000