Alaska Bound

Living in tents and a Sportsmobile for months at a time, Kennan and Karen Ward explore the limitless photographic opportunities in the vast Alaska wilderness

By By Ibarionex R. Perello, Photography by Kennan and Karen Ward

Published January 1, 2006
Updated October 14, 2016

When speaking to Kennan and Karen Ward, and especially looking at their images, you can see why they’re so passionate about Alaska. Before long, you'll find yourself seduced by the boundless photo opportunities that are available in America’s northernmost state.

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