Wild Shots: A Photographer's Life in Alaska

by Tom Walker

This new memoir by renowned wildlife photographer, author, and naturalist Tom Walker shares his adventures living in Alaska for more than five decades. Wild Shots blends natural history with stories about Walker’s wide-ranging forays into the wilderness to photograph animals--beginning as a clueless "cheechako" (newcomer), but ultimately becoming a seasoned old-timer revered by many. Vivid, clear prose beautifully captures the landscape both around his home just outside of Denali National Park and wilderness destinations across the state.

Following a loose chronology, Tom tracks his evolution as a novice wildlife watcher raised in the dusty hinterlands of Southern California to a more knowledgeable observer to homesteader and photographer to vocal conservationist. Collectively, the stories convey how, through all life’s travails, nature remains his source of inspiration, joy, and solace through visceral experience and his patient lens.

Genres: Nature

256 pages, Paperback

Published August 13, 2019

Reviews

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received this as a gift on my most recent trip to AK. Between the many amazing photos and interesting stories, I am ready to head back for my next adventure!

[Fran · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book about Alaska. I learned a lot and enjoyed the journey.

[Eric Wade · Rating 5 out of 5]

I learned a lot about the animals and the photography is outstanding. Excellent book by an Alaska expert.