National Geographic Photographer and Speaker
Man on a Mission:
I’m Joel Sartore.
Ever wonder about those wildlife photographers who risk life and limb to get the perfect shot? That’s me. I’ve spent 25 years with National Geographic—and I’ve got the stories and scars to prove it. These days my focus is on the Photo Ark, the world’s largest collection of animal studio portraits. My goal is simple: to get the public to care and save species from extinction.
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11,494 species photographed for the Photo Ark
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A modern-day Noah
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1 porcupine named Piper on the cover of
National Geographic
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4 times chased by grizzlies
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300 talks given worldwide
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2 spitting cobras found in camera gear
Speaking Engagements
“Joel never fails to dazzle.”
Known for his sense of humor and incredible stories from the field, Joel is a popular speaker with conservation, corporate, and civic groups.
Hire him to entertain and inspire your audience.
Recent Talks
Joel is the founder of the Photo Ark, a 25-year effort to photograph every species in human care around the globe.
Joel Sartore News
Photo Ark Madness 2021
Photo Ark Madness 2021 has come to an end. Through my Instagram @joelsartore, supporters of the Photo Ark voted on their favorite species. The top four contestants are featured in a print sale until April 9th!* 1st place is Teiku, the two-month old, federally endangered jaguar cub (Panthera onca). Traditional prints of ANI019-00507 are 30%…
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