Beyond The Lens (Camera)

Welcome to the official nature journal of Zack Clothier. Here, you’ll find stories from the field, insights into camera trapping, notes on photography gear, and reflections from time spent in the backcountry—alongside newly released prints and a collection of photography-focused articles.

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Camera Trapping Grizzly Bears in Montana — Camera Trapping Grizzly Bears in Montana

April 23, 2026

Ever since capturing my internationally award-winning print Grizzly Remains, I’ve been drawn back to a single question: what else is possible with these formidable animals? This year, I set out to explore that question by deploying a series of DSLR camera traps in the wilds of Montana, hoping to capture grizzly bears on their own terms, far from roads and human presence...

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Revealing the Secret Lives of Wild Animals through Remote Camera Trap Photography — Revealing the Secret Lives of Wild Animals through Remote Camera Trap Photography

March 27, 2023

Nature and wildlife have always been an integral part of my life. Whenever I am photographing wild animals, I am always trying to capture them in a unique and inspiring way. I want the viewer to feel an emotional connection to the animal, just as though they were standing right there when the photograph was being made. One thing that has always fascinated me are the rare and elusive animals that exist in the world but are rarely observed in the wild.

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