Sometimes gray tones capture the vibrancy of life more accurately than color.

Wild horses. A pristine barrier island (not many of those left). Misty of Chincoteague. Salty air.

Superlatives abound on this magical island. I have spent years documenting this place resulting in my first book, Natural Wonders of Assateague Island.

Now in its second printing autographed copies may be purchased here.

The central Appalachians of Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania are a stunning, ancient wonder. Mountain species of the southern highlands meet species of the boreal north. There’s a hiking culture (the Appalachian trail), rare ecosystems (shale barrens), and incredible fauna. Why they do not get the same respect as the mountain west is a shame, and I hope I can help change the conversation.

These mountains are the subject of my next book.

Of the six geological regions that make up the Chesapeake Bay watershed, three are in Appalachia. Four of the five major rivers on the western side of the watershed have headwaters in these mountains.

Get your boots, your tent, and a kayak. These mountains await you.

Africa, specifically the Serengeti ecosystem, has been a part of my dreams since infancy. My wife and I camped in the ecosystem by our lonesome for a month. It was primal, brutal, and thrilling. I had never felt more alive. Want to go to East Africa on a workshop? Contact me.

An article on the adventure for National Parks Traveller.

As a wilderness photographer having skills in the art of bushcraft and primitive survival are incredibly important. I have trained with the best and the best is Virginia survival expert and New York Times Bestselling author, Tim MacWelch.

I was the photographer for Outdoor Life Magazine’s The Ultimate Bushcraft Survival Manual, authored by Mr. MacWelch.

Purchase the book here.

Nature’s palette is full of patterns. These forms and textures can be subtle but symbolic. Training the eye and mind to recognize these patterns may be the best attribute to an outdoor photographer.

Mark offers workshops and online training on photographing nature’s patterns.