Photographer

Brittany Taylor has been into photography for over 15 years, always chasing the perfect shot and capturing life’s best moments. She’s an adventurous traveler who loves exploring new places and learning about different cultures. By day, Brittany is the Multimedia Lead for the GeoBase program at the Air Force Civil Engineering Center.

Photographer

My name is Chris Oaxaca. I’m a photographer, writer, and storyteller exploring the intersection of creativity and self-actualization. Through cinematic portraiture, travel photography, and reflective writing, I capture raw moments that resonate with depth and authenticity. I’m currently developing Uncharted Manhood, a project focused on resilience, personal growth, and navigating life’s inner frontiers, while training for a 255-mile gravel race across Tanzania.

Photographer

Steph is a travel photographer and storyteller deeply passionate about showcasing the vibrant beauty of the outdoors. Through her lens, she explores the relationship between nature and human experiences, employing movement and light to animate landscapes. Her artistry merges photography with written narratives, encouraging viewers to engage with the natural world on a deeper level. Whether navigating rugged deserts or capturing tender wildlife moments, Steph’s work embodies her profound love for exploration and storytelling.

Other

I'm 32 living in the DFW area. I'm a Christian. A Software engineer by trade, love working on cars and motorcycles. Currently rebuilding an 85 VW Vanagon. I like photography, I'm not very good at it lol I prefer candid photography especially when I go on group trips with friends. Kinda like documenting the adventures we had.

Photographer

Hey, I’m Kiki! I’m just starting my journey in photography and love how nature sparks creativity. I’m still figuring out my niche, but I’m always looking for ways to grow and expand my perspective, and I know this trip will be a beautiful opportunity for that. Can’t wait to meet everyone, share experiences, and capture some magic together!

Photographer

Sam Held is a versatile photographer and cinematographer based in Austin, Texas, specializing in motorsports, astrophotography, portrait, and landscape photography. As a photographer for Circuit of the Americas, Sam captured the raw intensity and high-speed drama of Formula One and MotoGP, showcasing the adrenaline-fueled moments both on and off the track. His motorsports work is defined by a dynamic sense of motion, precision, and an eye for the interplay of speed and light.

Beyond motorsports, Sam’s portfolio extends to the vastness of the night sky, where his astrophotography unveils the beauty of distant night sky. His portrait photography captures the depth and emotion of his subjects, blending natural light with artistic composition to create striking, storytelling imagery. His landscape photography reflects his passion for the outdoors, translating the grandeur of nature into breathtaking visuals that evoke a sense of wanderlust and serenity.

Photographer

I’m a 32-year-old photographer and aspiring filmmaker who loves the outdoors, camping, and capturing life’s moments through my lens. Originally from Laredo, I’ve been living in Austin for 11 years, exploring new creative opportunities and enjoying life with my two dogs. I’m always up for good snacks and great conversations with like-minded creatives who love sharing their knowledge.

Photographer

Hey, my name is Brett and I’m a photographer and content creator.

I travel solo full time in my camper van meeting people and telling stories.

Artist/Photographer

Hi friends, my name is Samantha Viridiana but you can call me Sam! I am an artist in many mediums with a focus on photography, dance, and oil pastel. I grew up in Music City, TN, have roots in Mexico City, and currently live along Colorado’s Frontrange. A few years ago I had the honor of canoeing down Boquillas Canyon for work and have been in love with the Rio Bravo ever since! I am delighted to return to the Chihuahuan desert and get to create with y’all :)

Musician

Stephen Wells is a Texas-based musician, songwriter, and producer with a penchant for lush vocal harmonies, shimmering guitars and brooding synthesizers. His sound has been described as a kaleidoscopic fusion of the paisley underground with the sparkling intensity of new wave. Beyond his output as an artist, Stephen also works as a producer and audio editor, having produced compositional pieces for NPR’s Arts & Letters Podcast, in addition to editing work on podcasts like Masters of Scale with Reid Hoffman, Meditative Story with Rohan Gunatillake and The EX-Files with Majandra Delfino & Brendan Fehr. 

After years of touring and recording under the moniker Birthday Club, Stephen is now poised to embark on a new chapter under his own name with a series of debut releases this year, following the final Birthday Club single, “Slate,” to be released on March 28th, 2025.

Photographer

Based in Austin, Texas, Geoff is a former science teacher working in education policy. Originally from Oregon, he’s most at home hiking in the woods or up a mountain and has developed a deep love for the West Texas landscape. He uses his nature photography as a creative outlet, and is a freelance musician in the Austin area.

Writer

My name is Laura, I’m 27 years old and live in Austin, TX. I am a preschool teacher with a passion for writing, photographing nature, and adventure. Big Bend is one of my favorite destinations in the world to visit. I’m thrilled to create with others who share the same passions in the beauty of Big Bend. 🏔️

Writer/Singer Songwriter

Outdoor enthusiast living in far west texas. Originally from the northeast but a desert dweller since 2019, I love the natural beauty and splendor of our great planet and care deeply for its future.

Photographer

Howdy, I'm Spencer Selvidge. I am a photojournalist / commercial photographer from Austin Tx, and for as long as I have been a photographer, Big Bend has been my happy place. The river trips in the canyons, and exploring the desert mountains and sky island forests really speak to my soul in a way few others places have. I visit as many times a year, for as long as I can, as my schedule allows. Looking forward to experiencing it in this new way with new folks.

Photographer

My name is Gina Gonzalez, rolling in from  the deep  waters of Texas—born in Del Rio, raised in Austin summer’s in the Rio Grande Valley. I’ve always been drawn to the challenge of making things fit, sometimes to my own detriment, but it’s led me down a path of endless creation—building, sculpting, designing. No matter where my work takes me, I always find my way back to the camera, capturing moments and shining my own angle on a given story. Creativity ebbs and flows, grooves can stiffen or halt altogether, but the spirit stays seeking.

That’s what this week in Big Bend is about—chasing the stars, embracing the quiet, and seeing where the light takes us.

Cinematographer/Photographer

Paul And Kat  began documenting their experiences through writing, video, and photography in 2010 when they launched Mobilboheme. Together they have documented countless weddings through photo and video. Whether it’s a cross-country road trip or a weekend getaway, Kat and Paul love camping in their van Libby, paddle boarding, riding bikes, and discovering new experiences in nature wherever they go! They have a passion for life and all the great stories that come with it!

Photographer

Raised in the Florida Keys, Cyndy Celmer Tomassetti won multiple local and regional awards for her artwork. This early recognition fueled her passion for creativity, leading her to a successful career spanning over thirty years in advertising. An avid nature photographer, Cyndy captures the beauty of the natural world through her lens and expresses it further in her oil and watercolor paintings. Her talents aren’t confined to the arts; she’s won multiple Florida state championships in horseback riding, and qualified for the Quarter Horse World Championships.

Photographer

From Houston Texas.

I’m working in local government with background mechanical engineer in 20 years.  

Being a photographer with 20 years of experience, specializing in landscape, wildlife, and Astro photography. Love and enjoys camping. 

Photographer

For the past 20 years, I have worked as a musician in a municipal choir in South Korea while also serving as a conductor and educator. While music has been at the core of my life, photography has always been another creative outlet—one that has allowed me to capture the vastness of the world, especially after moving to the United States.

Now based in Dallas, I am exploring the intersection of education and photography, seeking ways to go beyond simply capturing beautiful images to create meaningful art that brings joy and inspiration to others. I am particularly interested in how storytelling through photography can connect with people on a deeper level, just as music does. By integrating my experiences in music, education, and visual storytelling, I hope to find new ways to enrich lives and share unique perspectives.

Photographer

Hi! I’m Laura. I’m a mortgage lender as my full time career but my true desire is to be in nature as often as possible. I believe we get so caught up in rushing through life that many people miss the beauty of it all. I work hard but also don’t believe in working your life away. There is so much more out there. A heart of gratitude and being able to slow down to soak the beauty of nature in… that’s the winning ticket in life. That’s the kind is rich life I chase!

My job allows me to work remotely most of the time so that gives me the ability to travel & have that flexibility to take it outside. As an empty nester, I love to take solo road trips to explore all the beautiful places I can. The Tetons in Wyoming are where I feel drawn to the most.

I have loved the outdoors and camping since I was a child.  Sitting around a campfire with friends or family is one of my top favorite things to do in this life. I believe nature is healing. When I’m in the mountains, it’s where I feel the closest to God.

Photography is something I have always loved but am not a professional by any means. I’m always the person who wants to capture everything in a picture.

Excited to meet more outdoor friends!

Writer/Photographer

I’m a writer and photographer born and raised in West Texas, where the desert is both my muse and my mirror. My work is rooted in place—shaped by light, silence, and the stories the land remembers. I’m always chasing moments that feel like home and words that feel like truth. I’m also a dog mom to the best Rottweiler in west Texas, Luna.

Photographer

Arin is a photographer and creative living in Austin, TX.  Originally from Nashville,TN where her passion for hiking/camping and being outside grew at an early age. After building a successful career she is returning back to her roots to spark a new inspiration.

Photographer

Hey, I’m Ryan! I’m 27 years old and I’m from Ottawa Illinois, where I currently live. I’ve always been a big traveler, I love bouncing around when I can. I got into photography around 8 or so years ago to capture the cool places I get to visit. Since then, I’ve leaned heavily into the hobby and it’s been a great way to push myself to travel more. I’m excited to continue the adventures!