artist Statement
I grew up spending my summers in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. My time in the Tetons, surrounded by jagged peaks and abundant wildlife, cultivated not only my love for nature at a very young age, but also the desire to capture it. My hope is that my work will rekindle a connection with the wild in a time where society is far removed from the rhythm and balance of the natural world
About
The majority of Jake's career has focused on the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem where he is always working on exciting photography projects in collaboration with agencies such as USGS and Yellowstone National Park. His most recent work on unique behaviors of grizzlies, has been featured in various publications, including a recent book on Yellowstone grizzlies. Among Jake’s recent awards, his work has hung on the walls of the Smithsonian in the Exhibition of Nature's Best Photography. His photography is sold in the National Parks and all over the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.
Experience Jake's life as a wildlife photographer in a new SHort FIlm:
media Sampling
Currently: Filming New Landmark Wildlife Series for National Geographic and BBC
National Parks Conservation Association Magazine - Winter 2019 Cover
NHM Wildlife Photographer of the Year - Nominee for People’s Choice Award
Nature Conservancy Magazine - Feature Fall 2019
Yellowstone Grizzly Bears Book
Nature Photography Show - Interview
Photography TV - Interview
Billings Gazzete - Front Page
Interagency Grizzly Bear Annual Report 2016
USGS "Return of the Yellowstone Grizzly Bear" - Video & Stills
Interagency Grizzly Bear Annual Report 2015 - Cover Image
SMITHSONIAN NATURE'S BEST PHOTOGRAPHY - "MORAN ELK"- HIGHLY HONORED WINNER
Interagency Grizzly Bear Annual report - Cover image