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Stephen W. Oachs is an award-winning photographer, successful entrepreneur
and technology veteran, who began his journey in photography the moment he
picked up his first SLR camera. Ever since, his lenses have focused on the
inspiring majesty of mother earth and the unflinching beauty of the animal
kingdom.
Completely self-taught, Stephen's unique and distinctive style has earned
him recognition as one of today's finest nature photographers. He was
recognized in 2007 as wildlife photographer of the year by the National
Wildlife Federation and was awarded best nature photographer in 2008 by
National Geographic Magazine for his work photographing the endangered snow
leopard.
Stephen has received many other awards and his work has graced the pages of on and offline publications worldwide, such as National Geographic, Popular Photography, Outdoor Photographer, National Wildlife Magazine and many others.
Whether trekking through the wilds of Alaska, enduring the raw challenges of nature or experiencing the thrill of life on the edge, Stephen captures rare and breathtaking moments of light and time. His exceptional eye is filtered only by his passion for life, deep affinity with nature and love of adventure.
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Stephen's web site is http://www.stephenoachs.com/.