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Svalbard: Ultimate Arctic Expedition Video
Svalbard: Ultimate Arctic Expedition Video
by Matt Meisenheimer
Experience the untamed beauty of Svalbard like never before with our Svalbard: Ultimate Arctic Expedition.
Please enjoy this short video from our recent photo expedition to this Arctic paradise, created by myself and Grant Ordelheide.
Svalbard is a place unlike any other. Alluring, inspiring, and simply jaw-dropping in every way.
This expedition was the greatest trip I've ever been a part of. We traveled to the far reaches of the polar north where we ran into floating sea ice and polar bears. We circumnavigated polar ice caps and icy waters. We ventured into the deep fjords, adorned with tidewater glaciers and rugged mountains. And we did so much more.
We had spectacular wildlife encounters and experiences in the natural world, from being close to polar bears, walrus, belugas, and arctic fox to seeing massive glaciers and being surrounded by sea ice.
We have limited spots on our available future Svalbard departures. I urge you to join us for this experience of a lifetime. I've never been so moved by a location and there's no better way to experience it than our small-ship expedition.
Get ready to be inspired, amazed, and transported to the heart of the Arctic with us.
Your adventure of a lifetime awaits.
Learn More: Svalbard: Ultimate Arctic Expedition.
Please enjoy this short video from our recent photo expedition to this Arctic paradise, created by myself and Grant Ordelheide.
Svalbard is a place unlike any other. Alluring, inspiring, and simply jaw-dropping in every way.
This expedition was the greatest trip I've ever been a part of. We traveled to the far reaches of the polar north where we ran into floating sea ice and polar bears. We circumnavigated polar ice caps and icy waters. We ventured into the deep fjords, adorned with tidewater glaciers and rugged mountains. And we did so much more.
We had spectacular wildlife encounters and experiences in the natural world, from being close to polar bears, walrus, belugas, and arctic fox to seeing massive glaciers and being surrounded by sea ice.
We have limited spots on our available future Svalbard departures. I urge you to join us for this experience of a lifetime. I've never been so moved by a location and there's no better way to experience it than our small-ship expedition.
Get ready to be inspired, amazed, and transported to the heart of the Arctic with us.
Your adventure of a lifetime awaits.
Learn More: Svalbard: Ultimate Arctic Expedition.
Matt Meisenheimer
Matt Meisenheimer is a photographer based in Wisconsin. His artistry revolves around finding unique compositions and exploring locations that few have seen. He strives to capture those brief moments of dramatic light and weather, which make our grand landscapes so special. Matt loves the process of photography – from planning trips and scouting locations, taking the shot in-field, to post-processing the final image.
Matt is an active adventurer and wildlife enthusiast as well. He graduated with a degree in wildlife ecology and worked in Denali National Park and Mount Rainier National Park as a biologist. He also spent 6 months working in the deserts of Namibia before finding his path in photography. Matt’s passion for the wilderness has taken him to many beautiful places around the world.
As a former university teaching assistant, Matt is passionate about instruction. It is his goal to give his students the technical and creative knowledge they need to achieve their own photographic vision. He truly enjoys working with photographers on a personal level and helping them reach their goals.
You can see Matt’s work and portfolio on his webpage at www.meisphotography.com
Matt is an active adventurer and wildlife enthusiast as well. He graduated with a degree in wildlife ecology and worked in Denali National Park and Mount Rainier National Park as a biologist. He also spent 6 months working in the deserts of Namibia before finding his path in photography. Matt’s passion for the wilderness has taken him to many beautiful places around the world.
As a former university teaching assistant, Matt is passionate about instruction. It is his goal to give his students the technical and creative knowledge they need to achieve their own photographic vision. He truly enjoys working with photographers on a personal level and helping them reach their goals.
You can see Matt’s work and portfolio on his webpage at www.meisphotography.com
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- Russ Nordstrand, Backcountry Journeys Founder & Director
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"Backcountry Journeys offers guests the unique opportunity to explore our natural world from behind their own lens. We run a selection of hand-crafted Photo Tours, Workshops & Safaris connecting passionate people to exceptional experiences. Locations worldwide.
All Images & Content are property of Backcountry Journeys Photography Tours, Workshops & Safaris LLC - Copyright 2024
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