Connection, Conservation, Creativity.

Looking to inspire connection with the wildlife we share this planet with through photography at the places where we intersect, and hopefully raise some funding for unique conservation projects across the globe!

Mission

I’m sharing some of the pictures I have taken on my journeys to zoos, aquariums, sanctuaries and protected lands across the county and soon the world! I hope these images and the subjects they feature help you to feel more connected to the wild world around us.

Urban Jungle Exploration.

The world of managed wildlife has always had a special place in my heart. For many millions of people around the world, the main way they experience “exotic” animals will be through zoos, aquariums and sanctuaries. By showcasing the connections that can be made in these spaces, I hope to elevate their missions and raise support for conservation programs.

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Current Prints

Explore the Urban Jungle with me and see what pieces call to you.

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11 X 14" Print "Under the Surf"
$35.00
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16 X 20" Print "Facing a Giant"
$50.00
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11 X 14" Print "Eagle Eyed"
$35.00
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Tufted Puffin (Fratercula cirrhata) Seen at the Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium! Few bird species represent the wintery cold better than a puffin. They make their homes along the edge of the Arctic circle, this species in particular can be found on
I'm finally ready to announce the big news I hinted at during my 2025 Recap. I'm going to give this "Wildlife" Photographer thing a try! I'm a hoofstock zookeeper who has spent the last 4 years visiting 39 total zoological institutions and
Bornean and Sumatran Orangutans (Pongo pygmaeus & Pongo abelii) Seen at the Indianapolis Zoo! Orangutans are the heaviest arboreal animals on the planet, yet it can be surprisingly difficult to get these animals to exhibit their climbing natu
Goodbye 2025, Hello 2026 This past year has been filled with incredible moments with wildlife all across the country! I found myself several times in awe of the experiences I found myself in. This was a great year for wildlife photography, I managed
Bigg's Killer Whale (Orcanis orca) Seen whale watching on the Puget Sound! As the year comes to a close, I want to highlight one of the coolest experiences I've had this year. I've only ever seen Orcas twice in my life, both times fairly recently
Steller's Sea Eagle (Haliaeetus pelagicus) Seen at the Woodland Park Zoo! Few birds are as majestic as this northern raptor. Native to the North Pacific around Japan, Russia, Alaska and Korea, these large birds spend most of their lives out at sea
Walrus (Odobenus rosmarus) Seen at SeaWorld San Diego! Few animals have as much impact seeing them in person as the mighty Walrus. If you aren't aware of how large these powerful pinnipeds can get, then seeing one of these 12 ft long and over 3,50
Fly River Turtle (Carettochelys insculpta) Seen at the Saint Louis Aquarium at Union Station! Of the many species of turtle on the planet today, perhaps none are stranger than this species from Australia/ New Guinea /Indonesia! This odd reptile is
Snowy Owl (Bubo scandiacus) Seen at Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary in Chicago! This has got to be one of the coolest sightings I've had in my home city! I've been pretty busy and unable to post recently, but in that time I had the opportunity to dr
Amur Tiger (Panthera tigris altaica) Seen at the Potawatomi Zoo! There are few animals that I find intimidating, I've worked with hippos, rhinos, leopards and more; but the one species that still can give me the chills is the impressive Amur Tiger
Ornate Uromastyx (Uromastyx ornata) Seen at the North Carolina Zoo! Lizards come in a wide variety of colors and patterns, but among my favorite of said color variations is the scales on a male Ornate Uromastyx, otherwise known as a Spiny Tailed L
Ruppell's Griffon Vulture (Gryps rueppellii) Seen at the Dallas Zoo! Few animals are as misunderstood as the humble vulture. This species is often considered a pest, when the reality is they are among the most important bird species in the ecosyst