Authors

Adam Barker

Adam Barker, an internationally acclaimed photographer raised in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, possesses an unwavering passion for photography and a zest for life. Renowned for his striking landscape and active lifestyle imagery, he has contributed compelling editorial work to numerous global publications. His teaching style in workshops, both in his home country and overseas, has garnered praise, as have his instructional DVDs. When he's not behind the lens, Barker enjoys quality time with his wife and three sons or conducts "product testing" in the mountains, along the river, or wherever nature beckons.
17 Videos

Dave Welling

Dave Welling is a full time professional photographer specializing in wildlife, landscape and nature with over 75,000 6×7, 6×4.5, and 35mm film and digital images. He has been capturing evocative images of the natural world for over 25 years, producing the highest quality images for publication. His images often capture unique behavioral characteristics of wildlife or special lighting or weather conditions of landscapes. You can see more of his work at www.strikingnatureimagesbydavewelling.com.

David Johnston

David Johnston is a professional outdoor photographer located in the beautiful state of Tennessee. He is most familiar with photographing older mountain landscapes of the Appalachian Mountains, and occasionally ventures into other locations around the world to capture amazing outdoor scenes. David began his passion of photography in high school where he learned to photograph with film cameras and develop his own prints in the darkroom. However, after college he switched to digital photography and began his business photographing the outdoors as well as teaching people how to improve their skills in outdoor photography. When David isn’t traveling and taking photos, he’s just like you! He enjoys lounging on the couch, watching sports, and spending time with his wife and friends.
20 Classes 144 Videos

Doug Gardner

Doug Gardner is a versatile wildlife cinematographer, DP, and photographer based in Manning, South Carolina. Specializing in wildlife/nature cinematography and still photography, he's also well-versed in nationwide commercial work. With over 20,000 published images worldwide in magazines, books, calendars, and more, Doug's award-winning work speaks for itself. In the past two decades, he has taken the spotlight in cinematography, serving clients like the BBC, National Geographic, PBS, and others. Renowned for capturing elusive subjects, he's earned the title ""Navy Seal Of Wildlife Photography"" from clients. While his work has taken him from the Arctic Circle to the jungles of South America, he remains rooted in the wetlands and woodlands of South Carolina. Doug is also the founder/producer/host of the ""Wild Photo Adventures"" TV series and the owner of Totally Outdoors Imaging, Inc.
1 Classes 92 Videos

Ian Plant

Ian Plant is a world-renowned professional photographer and a frequent contributor to leading photography magazines and the author of numerous books and instructional videos. His childhood love for the outdoors, including backpacking, hiking, rock-climbing, and canoeing, ignited his passion for nature photography. He made the transition to professional photography at 23, leaving behind a career in corporate law. Ian's unrelenting quest to capture the world's beauty has taken him to remote and remarkable locations, from the rim of active volcanoes to the heart of the wilderness. Thanks to his dedication to the craft of photography, he has achieved the title of Tamron Image Master. Known for his inspiring images, Ian Plant's photography has reached and educated hundreds of thousands worldwide. His work has graced the pages of top photography magazines, including Outdoor Photographer, Popular Photography, and Landscape Photography. Ian has shared his expertise at leading photography conferences like KelbyOne and Out of Chicago. He is also the prolific author of numerous books, creator of instructional videos, and the visionary behind Photo Masters. Explore his work at www.ianplant.com.
226 Videos

Jim Zuckerman

Jim Zuckerman began his photography journey in 1970, leaving medical studies behind to follow his passion. He's taught creative photography at renowned institutions like UCLA, the Hallmark School of Photography, and more. Jim now leads international photo excursions to captivating destinations worldwide like Namibia, Morocco, and Iceland. His work has been exhibited in galleries across the U.S., and his fine art prints adorn many private collections. Over four decades, Jim served as a contributing editor to Photographic Magazine, and his images and articles have been published in numerous books and magazines, including those by the National Geographic Society, Time-Life, and more. With 15 print books and 11 ebooks on photography, Jim shares his knowledge through online courses on his website.
25 Videos

Layne Kennedy

Educated in fine art photography, Layne Kennedy is an accomplished editorial photographer with a talent for capturing the essence of diverse locations. His work appears in renowned magazines worldwide, covering a wide range of subjects. His features have graced the pages of prestigious magazines such as Smithsonian, LIFE, Audubon, Sports Illustrated, National Geographic Traveler, and many more. Layne's contributions extend to numerous books across various publishers, including the National Geographic Society, W.W. Norton, and Discovery. With over 25 years of teaching experience, Layne is a seasoned photography instructor and speaker at events and workshops. He currently shares his expertise through various organizations and his own global photo tours.
1 Classes 134 Videos