Tyler Small
Photographer
Tyler Small is a St. Louis-based photographer, digital producer, and community storyteller. Raised between Castle Point and Kinloch, Tyler uses his camera to capture real, heartfelt moments that reflect the people and places that shaped him. His work shines a light on local culture, family, and community. Through his ongoing photo series Father Figures, he celebrates Black fatherhood and helps raise funds for free mental health support through The Village PATH, where he also serves on the board.
Tyler also works as a Digital Producer at SLAM! Agency, where he helps tell meaningful stories through video and photography. Whether he’s covering a community event or helping a nonprofit share its mission, Tyler leads with care and connection. His photos have been featured by Kranzberg Arts Foundation, The Village PATH, and more. At the heart of everything he does is a love for St. Louis and a passion for helping people feel seen.
Contributions
2025 Year In Review: 40+ Inspiring
St. Louis Stories
From nationally beloved arts institutions and culinary stars to community leaders helping to rebuild after the tornado, take a look back at this year’s STLMade stories.
Recover. Rebuild. Renew.
In the week after the May 16, 2025 tornado that devastated St. Louis, photographers R.J. Hartbeck, Tyler Small, and Michael Thomas documented the communities hit the hardest.
Caring for the Caregivers
The St. Louis Early Childhood Tornado Response Team is raising money, collecting donations, supporting families, and helping childcare providers rebuild after a devastating tornado.
