Bull Elk Standing Above Trapper Lake

Cornered by a Bull Elk at Trapper Lake

Bull Elk Standing Above Trapper Lake
A bull elk in velvet standing in a meadow above Trapper Lake. Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming

The landscape at Trapper Lake was quiet and empty. The nearest camper was 2.5 miles up the trail. The sun was beginning to set and a stillness overtook the lake, producing immaculate reflections. I got my camp setup tucked away in the woods away from the lake, then immediately went to take some photos of the landscapes.… Keep reading...

Sun Shining Through Fall Aspen Trees

Five Favorite Images from 2021

It’s been a few years since I’ve done a “best of” post for the year. In past years, I’ve typically picked an image from each month that I enjoyed the most. In recent years though, my productivity in photography has dwindled, not even affording me that kind of selection anymore. This was due to a number of factors that held me back, but I’ve made the effort to reverse this trend beginning in the fall, which is why the five favorites I chose from this past year all from within the last two months.… Keep reading...

Moulton Barn and Teton Mountains

How to Photograph the Moulton Barns

Moulton Barn and Teton Mountains
The T.A. Moulton Barn rests below the Teton Mountains. Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming

The Moulton Barns on Mormon Row are two historic and remarkably picturesque barns in Grand Teton National Park, frequently described as the most photographed barns in the world. Their idyllic setting in front of the Teton Mountains has made them a go to target for photographers from all over the world.… Keep reading...

Bull Moose in Early Winter

Where to Find Moose in Grand Teton National Park

Bull Moose in Early Winter
A bull moose standing in sagebrush as winter begins to set in. Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming

As a professional guide in Grand Teton National Park for over a decade, one of the most frequent animals I’m asked to see is a moose. The odds of seeing them however, particularly during summer months, can vary wildly depending on weather, seasons, and of course, time of day.… Keep reading...