Wildlife & Wild Places

Wildlife & Wild Places

Author: Steve Brazill January 17, 2019 Duration: 41:25

I am sitting here writing this and struggling with how to describe Moose Peterson, and the odds are you already know of Moose, or at least of his work. Still, it’s Moose Peterson, a wildlife, nature, landscape and aviation photographer that is about as good as they get.

Moose’s lifelong passion is photographing the life history of our endangered wildlife and wild places. Since 1981 he and his wife Sharon have dedicated their lives to that pursuit. In fact, educating the public about our wild heritage is their hallmark.

In 2008 he added aviation photography to his repetoire, with the same goal of preserving our aviation heritage and the freedoms they protect for future generations. His use of light in capturing these amazing machines is beautiful.

Moose has been honored often for his photographic passion. He’s a Nikon Ambassador USA, the recipient of the John Muir Conservation Award, a Research Associate with the Endangered Species Recovery Program, and that’s a partial list. Moose was part of Epson’s Finish Strong ad campaign, and was the creative producer/photographer of his acclaimed film: Warbirds and The Men Who Flew Them.

As an educator he shares his knowledge through his writing, being published in over 143 magazines worldwide, author of 29 books including his latest, Take Off and best seller Captured. He lectures across the country to thousands upon thousands of photographers every year. One of the original Nikon shooters to receive the D1 in 1999, Moose embraced this new technology, becoming the only wildlife photographer in the world to shoot strictly digital in the early years. While a beta site for all the major hardware and software manufacturers, Moose continues being a creative innovator of new techniques both behind the camera and the computer, which is the driving force behind his photography and goals.

Join acclaimed wildlife photographer Moose Peterson and me as we dive into one of his amazing images of moose roaming in Alaska, on this episode of Behind the Shot.

Connect with Moose

Personal: moosepeterson.com
Portfolio: moosepeterson.myportfolio.com
Aviation: warbirdimages.com
Normandy Bound: normandybound.com
Facebook: @MoosePeterson
Instagram: @MoosePeterson
Twitter: @MoosePeterson


Steve Brazill hosts Behind the Shot-Video, a series that goes far beyond gear lists and camera settings. Each conversation is a deep exploration of the creative and technical journey behind compelling images. You’ll hear working photographers unpack the entire process-from the initial spark of an idea and the challenges of the location to the critical decisions made in post-production. This podcast sits at the unique intersection of art and practical technology, offering tangible lessons for anyone looking to improve their visual storytelling. Rather than abstract theory, these discussions provide a real-world look at problem-solving under pressure and the artistic choices that define a signature style. Tune in for honest, detailed breakdowns that reveal how memorable shots are truly built, layer by layer. It’s an essential resource for visual artists seeking both inspiration and actionable knowledge, all grounded in the lived experience of accomplished creators.
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