The Creative Road

Not as straight or narrow as you would think

Text & Photography By Bill Hatcher

Published December 16, 2016

Not as straight or narrow as you would think.

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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.

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