Keith Ladzinski
Keith Ladzinski is a National Geographic photographer and filmmaker who captures breathtaking stories of adventure, wildlife, and the power of the natural world.
Adventurer
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Nature Whisperer
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Storm Chaser
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Adventurer • Nature Whisperer • Storm Chaser •
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Keith Ladzinski is a master of documenting the ends of the earth. An esteemed photographer, filmmaker, and Emmy-nominated director, Keith is known for captivating imagery that explores the intersection of adventure, nature, and conservation. His work primarily focuses on natural history, climate change, adventure sports, and extreme weather, sending him to the furthest reaches of the seven continents multiple times on photo and film assignments. He returns with breathtaking images of our world’s wonders that evoke a powerful sense of curiosity and awe.
Keith has dedicated his life to documenting the world’s most remote landscapes, from the icy realms of the Arctic to the towering peaks of the Himalayas. Celebrated as one of the most nimble nature, art, and commercial storytellers working today, Keith brings unparalleled nuance, sensitivity, and depth to his storytelling. By capturing the beauty and vulnerability of our natural world through his lens, Keith is able to remind us all of the profound interconnectedness between humans and the natural environment.
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Keith is the co-founder of Triage Creative and a founding member of the Sea Legacy Collective. He regularly works with household brands such as Adidas, Apple, Canon, Disney, Google, Nike, Red Bull, and Toyota, and is a regular contributor to National Geographic, The New York Times, and The Washington Post Sunday Magazine.
A gifted storyteller and fan favorite on stage, Keith inspires us all to become stewards of the Earth and to appreciate the beautiful extremes that exist on our planet.
Speaking Topics
Conservation
Sports
Exploration
Adventure
Nature
Watch Keith in action
Presentations
Forces of Nature
Whether documenting first ascents in interior Antarctica, storm chasing in Tornado Alley, or free diving with alligators in the Florida Everglades, Keith Ladzinski goes to the extreme to capture the moment and share it with us. Journey to the farthest reaches of our planet in this sweeping look at nature and man.
"When you're obsessed, it doesn't feel like work. It's desire."
– Keith Ladzinski