Meet Heidi
Crafting imagery with soul, color, and intention.
Heidi Drexler Stehr is a photographer and visual storyteller creating editorial, place-driven imagery for brands, publications, and creative partners.
With nearly two decades behind the lens, Heidi’s work lives at the intersection of artistry and authenticity. She is drawn to the beauty of lived-in spaces, the quiet details that hold memory, and the way places shape how we feel, all expressed through her signature use of color, light, and emotion.
Her work spans lifestyle brand campaigns, editorial features, and long-form storytelling projects, including her debut coffee table book, Coastal Granddaughter. Whether photographing interiors, destinations, or moments in between, Heidi approaches each project with a thoughtful, design-forward eye and a deep respect for story.
Based in St. Louis and working nationwide, Heidi collaborates with brands and creative teams who value craftsmanship, intention, and joy. Every partnership is guided by a simple philosophy: create imagery that feels human, lasting, and quietly powerful.
My story continues with Coastal Granddaughter: A Photographic Love Letter to Cape Cod and the Islands—a coffee table book that captures the timeless charm of the place where I spent my childhood summers. Summers filled with coastal traditions passed down through generations, inspired by summers spent with her family on the Cape, Heidi captures the nostalgia, beauty, and joy of seaside living in every page.
Through Heidi Creative Co., I continue to merge photography, design, and storytelling. Whether it’s through my home, my camera lens, or my writing, my mission remains the same: to spread happiness, spark curiosity, and inspire others to find joy in the details of everyday life.
You can follow my journey—and sneak peeks of Coastal Granddaughter—on Instagram @thecoastalgranddaughterbook
