Chips and guac table-side at the beach for Rancho Santana Nicaragua. Photo by Dalton Johnson
Four years ago, I photographed my first hotel, for free, to start a hospitality portfolio.
Read MoreFinding new destinations can be hard in today’s digital world where everyone is trying to sell you on something “new”. So, here at UnBound, we have created this space to highlight the best destinations we have explored. These destinations can be far fetched locations that we have fallen in love with, or, backyard hot spots that we just want to share with everyone.
Regardless of the location, these destinations are all places we have personally visited and think you should consider when planning your next trip.
Read MoreAdventure and hotel don’t belong in the same sentence, so why am I calling Trailborn Rocky Mountain the basecamp for adventurers? The answer I’m crazy. Just kidding. This adventure-forward hotel fosters a sense of community and encourages adventure. A steep task they have taken on, if I say so myself, but here’s how they do it.
Read MoreGear is everywhere and it is hard to know what is “good gear” and what is “bad gear” so, I have paired up with a few gear heads to create a space highlighting the gear we personally tested and liked each week. Our gear recommendations vary widely from kayaks to climbing gear to dog treats, but they all have one thing in common; helping you adventure.
Our goal is to share gear that improves your ability to adventure.
Read MoreEarlier this year, Big Agnes called me with a desire to create their release promos for a new bikepacking tent, but, if you know anything about Big Agnes, they don’t like fake. So, the plan was to meet in Phoenix/Scottsdale for the Queen’s Ransom bikepacking loop.
Read MoreJust over a year ago, we parted ways, and it had been coming for years. You saw it coming and so did I. Heck were were together full-time for 8 years! Yet, the off-and-on nature this year has been, well, complicated. With a little a spring tease wandering the secluded roads of Idaho looking for hot springs to soak in under the milky way to the month long summer fling to the mountains of Colorado, I’d say I am a bit… confused. Yes, we said it would be a casual, but I don’t really think this is casual.
Read MoreAs far as smooth productions go, this one was clean and easy, after a few hiccups to start. Getting the tires on the Ford Bronco was a challenge as the car arrived late to the shop, delaying the scouting day. Good thing we booked two scouting days and I had visited this area countless times for rock climbing!
Read MoreWith the timed entry into Rocky Mountain National Park, access to Bear Lake at sunrise takes a little bit of planning. While there are day of permits available, they seem to be impossible to land. So, if you are making the trek out to Rocky Mountain National Park, I suggest you secure your entry permit months beforehand.
Read MoreI overlooked one of the smallest details during pre-production and it almost jeopardized this entire campaign.
That detail: overnight parking at the trailhead
Here's how I fixed it without the client ever knowing (yes, if they read this it will be the first time they ever know about this mistake).
Read MoreThere is something about having a mountain of debt, no inbound leads, no business model, and youth that makes you sit back to reflect upon the compounding dumb decisions you have made up to this point. At least for me, that was the case.
Read More"Opinion" is a poem by Dalton Johnson published in his first book 51 Poems For Humankind To Think About. This article also has a video of Dalton reading aloud his poem. You can purchase this book on Dalton Johnson's website or on Amazon.
Read More"Death By Societal Norms" is a poem by Dalton Johnson published in his first book 51 Poems For Humankind To Think About. This article also has a video of Dalton reading aloud his poem. You can purchase this book on Dalton Johnson's website or on Amazon.
Read More"Bottled Up" is a poem by Dalton Johnson published in his first book 51 Poems For Humankind To Think About. This article also has a video of Dalton reading aloud his poem. You can purchase this book on Dalton Johnson's website or on Amazon.
Read More"Rocking Vessel" is a poem by Dalton Johnson published in his first book 51 Poems For Humankind To Think About. This article also has a video of Dalton reading aloud his poem. You can purchase this book on Dalton Johnson's website or on Amazon.
Read More"What I Lie About" is a poem by Dalton Johnson published in his first book 51 Poems For Humankind To Think About. This article also has a video of Dalton reading aloud his poem. You can purchase this book on Dalton Johnson's website or on Amazon.
Read More"Finding My Home" is a poem by Dalton Johnson published in his first book 51 Poems For Humankind To Think About. This article also has a video of Dalton reading aloud his poem. You can purchase this book on Dalton Johnson's website or on Amazon.
Read More"Crowded Places" is a poem by Dalton Johnson published in his first book 51 Poems For Humankind To Think About. This article also has a video of Dalton reading aloud his poem. You can purchase this book on Dalton Johnson's website or on Amazon.
Read MoreFor most adventure photographers, one-off shoots are the natural entry point into the business. A single project might cover an expedition, a branded social media campaign, or a weeklong assignment with an outdoor company. These opportunities are exciting, often highly creative, and a great way to get your foot in the door.
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