He is a graduate from the Image Arts Film Program at Ryerson University and attended York University where he studied English Literature. Stephen is also a Fine Arts Alumni at Napier University in Edinburgh, Scotland. His work has appeared in National Geographic Traveler, Super Color Super, Moon Guide & Vent Magazine. He has also worked for The New York Times, Toronto Star, W Studios Seoul, University of Toronto, Ryerson University, Photo Philanthropy & The Grid.