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The Spotlight Series®
Written By Chris Ryan

Ellie Shepley loves the stories about how St. Louis came to be: the brick and metal bound together to build a city so long ago. She’s particularly enamored of the people who brought this sturdy city to life with their hands and hard work - a history she’s surrounded by as she hones her own welding skills each day. She continues the tradition of quality craftsmanship in her work, creating art and custom commissions out of metal for both commercial and residential clients in her South City workshop.

 

Featuring  |  Ellie Shepley
Film & Video Production |  Once Films
Words  |  Shannon Weber

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Chris Ryan

Chris Ryan is a multi-disciplinary entrepreneur, filmmaker, and publisher with a strong focus on storytelling, community building, and the human experience. His work primarily revolves around creating documentary short films through Once Films for various clients, including civic organizations, corporations, and major nonprofits. He values innovative design, thoughtful cinematography, and seamless technology integration. Chris is also the founder of STL.org, a platform dedicated to storytelling in St. Louis, reflecting his commitment to community engagement.

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