The Creative Road - Outdoor Photographer

Not as straight or narrow as you would think.

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Bill Hatcher

Bill Hatcher is a documentary photographer who shoots stories for National Geographic, Smithsonian and many other publications. He believes the best adventure photos are made when you’re an active participant in the story you’re shooting. Bill has been chasing stories about adventure sports,science and conservation around the world for nearly 30 years. His favorite mode of transport is by foot, bike, rope, packraft or skis.

Mount Liberty

Part of Franconia Ridge, Mount Liberty is the second-highest mountain peak in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.

Alert The Border Guard

Keep an eye on the edges of your frame for stronger images

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Impressions Of Autumn

Try something new this fall to stretch your creative vision.

Parks For The People

George Grant toiled in obscurity for nearly three decades as the first official photographer of the National Park Service. Ren and Helen Davis want to make sure his story isn’t lost to history.

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Pentax K-1: The Perfect Astro Camera?

Capturing an accurate (and beautiful) view of the heavens is the goal of the astro-photographer, but for the shooter looking to capture the majesty of the Milky Way without star trails, it’s often necessary to turn to expensive pieces of hardware called star trackers.

Ansel’s Public Works

In the summer of 1941, Ansel Adams was recruited for employment by the United States government.

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