Terra C. Lightsmith

http://www.denaliphotos.com

Terra graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in Biology and Fine Arts. Colorado fueled her love for the outdoors as well as her desire to capture those incredible natural moments on film. For four years she pursued a career in wildlife cinematography until one fortuitous day someone asked to purchase a print of hers. She then realized she could make a career out of her first love - photography.

Since then she has spent extensive time in Alaska capturing (with the help of Talkeetna Aero Services) Denali National Park’s amazing mountains with special attention to the great Mt. McKinley (the highest peak in North America). Terra is currently the head of NANPA’s Resource Relations Committee where she addresses the issues of photographers’ access rights and other related topics.

Terra’a photography can be seen in the book “Wings Over Denali: A Photographic History of Aviation in Denali National Park” as well as in the grand Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, and Talkeetna Aero Services. Her portfolio continues to expand as she travels the world in search of those breathtaking moments.