Landscapes, Wildlife, Macro (Close-Up)
Montana, USA
I’m the author of The Power of Photography™ and based in Montana, my passion began at age 12 when I carried a 35mm Kodak Flash disposable camera to take pictures that my Grandmother had bought me. What began as simple curiosity soon developed into an enduring appreciation for finding beauty in unexpected places, pursuing light, and capturing the world with honesty and intention. That early sense of wonder continues to inform my work today, motivating me to learn, experiment, explore new perspectives, and continually refine my craft.
Justin’s Story
I’m a self-taught landscape, wildlife, and macro photographer, I’ve spent over 15 years cultivating a style that is personal, patient, and distinctive. My journey has taken me across the region and into a wide variety of natural settings, where I’ve had the privilege of photographing many of Mother Nature’s remarkable landscapes, striking wildlife, and intricate details of everyday life. Through the artwork he presents, I’ve shared both curiosity and have an enduring passion for photography, I invite viewers to pause and appreciate the beauty and character found throughout the natural world.
Artist Statement
My work is rooted in a sustained attentiveness to the natural world and the quiet moments that often go unnoticed. Through landscape, wildlife, and macro photography, I seek to create images that invite closer observation—revealing texture, atmosphere, movement, and detail within environments that are constantly changing.
Photography allows me to slow the act of seeing. Whether documenting a vast landscape, the presence of wildlife, or the intricate structure of a small natural subject, I am interested in the relationship between patience, place, and perception. Each image is an effort to preserve not only what is visible, but also the atmosphere and sense of discovery experienced in the moment it was made.
As a self-taught photographer, my practice continues to evolve through exploration, experimentation, and a deep respect for the subjects I photograph. I aim to create work that encourages viewers to pause, look more carefully, and reconnect with the complexity and beauty of the natural world.
- Justin Blackman