The 10 Top Adventure Photographers on Instagram
A picture is worth a thousand words…
I have always admired the brave photographers who travel the globe to show us back home how amazing our planet is. Adventure photographers are not just adventure lovers, but they are artists who capture breathtaking views and the beauty of nature for us to enjoy. Each day I spend time on Instagram browsing through the images of my favorite adventure photographers. Many of these extraordinary men and women are equally as skilled in traversing mountains, diving to the depths of our oceans, and navigating class IV rapids as they are at capturing stunning landscapes.
Here is the list of my 10 Top Favorite Adventure Photographers on Instagram:
1. Jimmy Chin
Jimmy Chin is not just a world-class adventurer, but he is also an accomplished National Geographic photographer, documentary filmmaker and a veteran member of The North Face Athlete Team. He has collaborated with some of the most renowned and progressive explorers and athletes from across the globe and has won countless awards for his work. His recent film, Meru, documents his ascent up Meru Peak (aka the Sharks Fin), a previously unclimbed mountain in the Himalayas in India. Meru won the Audience Award at the Sundance 2015 Film Festival.
2. Chris Burkard
A self-taught photographer and artist, Chris Burkard started out his career working as a freelance photographer handling editorial and commercial projects. He has since grown to be one of the best adventure photographers on the planet. His uncanny ability to utilize natural lighting techniques throughout his work has resulted in various photography awards like the 2016 PMDA Visionary Photographer Award, 2013 People’s Choice Award at the Olympus Pro Photographer Showdown and a winner at the Red Bull Illume awards.
He has also published a number of books of his own that cover his travel experiences across the globe.
3. Young Adventuress – Liz Carlson
Better known as the Young Adventuress on Instagram, Liz Carlson is an avid globetrotter and loves to capture life’s special moments through her photography. Her images focus on the beauty, culture and diversity of our world. Preferring to travel alone, Liz has already snapped breathtaking images in more than 23 countries. She is not just a photographer but also storyteller.
4. Le Backpacker – Johan Lolos
Belgian-born adventure photographer, Johan Lolos better known as Le Backpacker beautifully captures the finer moments of his travels with his camera. This world explorer is passionate about the outdoors and wilderness and this comes through in his images that capture the natural beauty of our world. He is the most-followed Belgian photographer on Instagram and his work is published in multiple publications including National Geographic.
5. Tiff Penguin – Tiffany Nguyen
A dentist and adventure photographer from Southern California, Tiffany Nguyen is a skilled storyteller who uses her camera to show us the magnificent beauty that exists in life and nature. Tiffany’s ability to show the finest details of landscapes, adventure and travel with her camera never fails to put me in awe. Her images inspire me and others to get out and explore this amazing world that is all around us.
6. Rachel Moore
Rachel Moore is a traveler, adventurer, and dive master. Whether in the ocean, mountains or preparing for her next big adventure, Rachel’s images bring along depth, emotion, and insight into the beauty of the world that is rare to see. She along with her husband, are planning to circumnavigate the globe by sailboat and I can’t wait to follow them on their epic journey.
7. David Doubilet
If you’re passionate about the sea and underwater marine life, you need to check out David Doubilet on Instagram. He is a true visionary and his photographs instantly submerge you into the beauty of the underwater world where he uncovers the mystery beneath the ocean’s surface. David is a contributing photographer for National Geographic Magazine and has received numerous accolades and awards those from BBC Wildlife and The Explorers Club.
8. Pete McBride
Pete McBride is a photographer, writer and filmmaker. He has been working behind the camera for over 20 years and has traveled to more than 70 countries while capturing some of the most extraordinary images that I have seen. Pete’s work has garnered awards and recognition from the Banff Mountain Film Festival, North American Society of Journalists and The Explorer’s Club. The National Geographic Society has named Pete as a ‘Freshwater Hero’ for his story following the length of India’s Ganges River which you can check out at the link below:
9. Travis Burke
Travis Burke’s creative approach to outdoor adventure photography brings life and meaning to his images. Journeying in his grandmother’s van, Travis aims to inspire and encourage others to put on the travel shoes and wander across the globe. His love for adventure is clearly visible but it is the human element within his work which is where he is able to capture the beauty and emotion of the scene.
10. Tim Kemple
Tim Kemple is a Utah-based adventure photographer who beautifully documents his travels and explorations across the globe. He has been working as a full time photographer for more than a decade and provides us with the opportunity to see the world’s best athletes and explorers doing the impossible. Tim’s unique ability to capture the most awe-inspiring moments with his use of creative angles and natural lighting make him a must follow for any adventurer.
I hope you are as inspired as I am by these amazing photographers.
If you would like to learn more about our adventures click HERE or if you have a favorite adventure photographer we would love to hear about it just shoot us an email at info@explorerspassage.com.
I look forward to seeing you on the trail!
Cheers,
Jeff
Jeff Bonaldi
Founder & CEO
The Explorer’s Passage
About Jeff Bonaldi
Jeff Bonaldi is the Founder and CEO of The Explorer’s Passage, a premier adventure travel company. His mission is to provide travelers with the opportunity to transform their lives and the planet through the power of adventure.
Learn more about Jeff’s story and his company HERE.
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