Telling the story of first responders
through photos.

South Side Fire

Photography

These photos are free for anyone to use*. Whether
that is to show off a department’s community
impact, sharing with family and friends, or
documenting on the job memories for years to
come. Credit for photos is never expected, but
appreciated.

Printed photos are the perfect way to decorate
any space. Ordering prints helps South Side Fire
photography continue to support the mission of
this organization, while allowing family and
friends to memorialize the work of first
responders.

South Side Fire photography is personally
funded and time and effort is volunteered with
no expectation of reimbursement. Donations
are not expected, but they are appreciated and
will help this mission to continue growing.

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Fireman’s Prayer

about me

I was born and raised in Northern Michigan. From a
very young age, I knew I was going to become a
firefighter. I moved to Sault Sainte Marie, MI to
attend college at Lake Superior State University
where I earned my bachelor’s degree in Fire
Science and an associate’s degree in Paramedic
Technology. I worked as a paid on call and
volunteer firefighter for around 6 years and a
paramedic for 4 years. I decided to continue my
medical education and I applied to Physician
Assistant school at the University of Toledo. I
moved to Northwest Ohio and began classes in fall
of 2023.


With my current school schedule I’m not able to
work shifts, but I wanted to remain involved in the
fire service in a new way. I decided to combine my
love of photography with my passion for the fire
service. South Side Fire Photography was born over
the 4th of July weekend, 2024.




Contact

Joe Meier

southsidefirephotography@gmail.com