From Colorado Trails to Global Tours with Dawn Wilson

There is something powerful about learning to see the natural world differently—and in this conversation, I sat down with Dawn Wilson to explore that and more. From her life in Estes Park surrounded by elk to leading photography tours across Alaska, Peru, and beyond, Dawn shares what it looks like to build a career founded in observation, respect, and curiosity. We talk about the experiences that shaped her as a photographer, the stories behind the images, and how paying attention to nature changes how you approach your work. This conversation blends storytelling with a deeper look at wildlife photography, conservation, and the choices we make when we step into these environments. In this episode, we cover: Life in Estes Park and photographing wildlife up close Wildlife encounters, including elk, moose, and night photography experiences Building a career through photography, writing, and guiding Understanding animal behavior and why it matters Using photography to support conservation and awareness The role of storytelling in creating impact Why slowing down—especially in wildlife areas—matters Links & Resources: North American Nature Photographers Association (NANPA): https://nanpa.org Dawn Wilson’s tours and workshops https://www.dawnwilsonphotography.com/photo-workshops https://www.ccnaturetours.com/ Blog post: https://studio.wildwomanphotography.com/post/episode-41-dawn-wilson   Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com to check out featured wild women, episode transcripts and more information how to elevate your photography with us!