Ken Conger Photography

Ken Conger Photography Wildlife Photography He has attained both a Bachelors of Science degree in Wildlife Management and a Master of Science degree in Administration of Justice.

After a rewarding career as a Virginia game warden and Alaska park ranger, Ken has carried his motivation and enthusiasm for wildlife protection over to his passion of wildlife photography. Ken's interest in photography began at a young age. Wildlife photography has always been his concentration. The majority of his images utilize available early morning and late afternoon light to capture the nat

ural color and beauty of wildlife. His photographs are primarily taken within National Parks and Fish & Wildlife Refuges and strictly of wild animals. An award winning photographer (National Wildlife Federation, National Parks Competition, Sony International Photography Contest, Popular Photography), Ken's images have adorned a number of magazine covers and calendars. Ken currently teaches wildlife photography through full day classes and private lessons, leads international photo tours and participates in art festivals along the east coast.

Wet, misty mornings in Southeast Alaska aren’t always ideal for photography, but they can produce some pretty special en...
09/02/2026

Wet, misty mornings in Southeast Alaska aren’t always ideal for photography, but they can produce some pretty special encounters. While checking for eagles, we came across this porcupine making its way along the beach. He didn’t seem to mind the rain or our presence, providing a wonderful opportunity to photograph him. Sometimes the best moments are the ones you never planned for. Taken two weeks ago. Blue Skies. (Canon R1/400mm 2. 8 III/500th/f4/ISO 2000/+.3)

Back home early this morning from a fantastic trip to Alaska. As expected, Alaska gave us a little bit of everything, in...
08/28/2026

Back home early this morning from a fantastic trip to Alaska. As expected, Alaska gave us a little bit of everything, including plenty of rain. But the weather never dampened the experience. The wildlife opportunities were incredible, and the number of memorable images we came home with made it all worthwhile.

In today’s post, a brown bear COY (cub of the year) put on quite a show as he played among the highbush cranberry. He spent quite a bit of time entertaining us, creating one great photo opportunity after another. In this image, he looks like he’s actually waving hello. Sometimes the wildlife seems to know exactly how to work the camera! Good times. (Canon R1/400mm 2.8 III/1600th/f 3.5/ISO 4000/+.3)

One of the bird species I’ve always wanted to photograph, the Swallow-tailed Kite. I finally had a great opportunity thi...
08/19/2026

One of the bird species I’ve always wanted to photograph, the Swallow-tailed Kite. I finally had a great opportunity this past June on Sanibel Island, Florida. Always special when you get the chance to photograph a species you’ve been hoping to capture for years.
Blue Skies! (Canon R1/400mm 2.8 III/2500th/f 9/ISO 800/+.3)

A pika with a mouthful of sagebrush buttercup flowers. One of those quick, fleeting moments in the Rockies that makes al...
08/12/2026

A pika with a mouthful of sagebrush buttercup flowers. One of those quick, fleeting moments in the Rockies that makes all the patience and waiting worthwhile. These little mountain residents are constantly on the move, gathering food and preparing for the seasons ahead. Blue Skies. (Canon R1/400mm 2.8 III/1600th/f 2.8/ISO 1600)

A beautiful backlit moment of a mountain goat nanny and her curious kid from the Colorado Rockies last month. Good times...
08/05/2026

A beautiful backlit moment of a mountain goat nanny and her curious kid from the Colorado Rockies last month. Good times. (Canon R1/400mm 2.8 III/1600th/f4/ISO 250)

If you're in the Whitefish/Kalispell area this weekend, stop by and say hello at the Huckleberry Festival! I'll be in the same location as last year, Booth #71 in the center of the back row. Hope to see you there!

Another special mother-and-baby moment from last month's Rockies trip. In today's post we have a cow elk and her nursing...
07/29/2026

Another special mother-and-baby moment from last month's Rockies trip. In today's post we have a cow elk and her nursing calf. Wildlife moments like these never get old. Blue Skies. (Canon R1/400mm 2.8 III/1600th/f 4.5/ISO 1600/+.3)

In addition to the mountain goat and moose newborns, our Colorado Rockies trip last month also gave us the opportunity t...
07/21/2026

In addition to the mountain goat and moose newborns, our Colorado Rockies trip last month also gave us the opportunity to photograph young bighorn sheep. Three different species, all with their own special moments, each one a memorable opportunity in its own right. Blue Skies. (Canon R1/70-200mm 2.8 1/1600th/f4/ISO 1600/+.7)

For those of you in the Polson, MT area, I will be displaying at the Flathead Cherry Festival this weekend. In my same booth spot across from Mane Ideas Salon. If attending, stop by and say hi.

One of the highlights from a recent trip to Rocky Mountain National Park was this curious moose calf that paused just lo...
07/14/2026

One of the highlights from a recent trip to Rocky Mountain National Park was this curious moose calf that paused just long enough to give us a look. Blue Skies. (Canon R1/400mm 2.8 III/1600th/f4.5/ISO 1000/+.7)

For those in the Anaconda area I will be displaying at the Art in Washoe Park this weekend. I'll be in my same booth location #55. If you're attending, please stop by my booth to say hello, I always enjoy catching up with familiar faces and meeting new ones.

Wildlife photography has plenty of days when you don't see much at all, which makes moments like this even more rewardin...
07/08/2026

Wildlife photography has plenty of days when you don't see much at all, which makes moments like this even more rewarding. While photographing a herd of mountain goats, several nannies had newborn kids. Then, as if on cue, all the young goats climbed onto the same rock and began playing together. It's one of those rare scenes you always hope for but never expect. Seeing them all together through my viewfinder was one of those moments that makes all the early mornings, long hikes, and countless hours in the field worthwhile. Without a doubt, this is one of my favorite images of the year. Taken in the Colorado Rockies last week. Blue Skies. (Canon R1/400mm 2.8III/1600th/f8/ISO 400/0)

Honored and humbled to have received the public vote and have this image selected for the front cover of the National Wi...
07/01/2026

Honored and humbled to have received the public vote and have this image selected for the front cover of the National Wildlife Federation's 2026–2027 calendar. This is a moment I'll never forget. Watching these young polar bear cubs emerge from their den and race across the Arctic tundra on their newly discovered legs was truly unforgettable. Soon, they would begin their journey with their mother toward Hudson Bay, where the sea ice would become their home and hunting grounds. I'm incredibly grateful to everyone who voted and to the National Wildlife Federation for this special honor. Moments like these are why I love wildlife photography. Blue Skies.

For those of you in the Livingston area, I'll be exhibiting at the Livingston Depot Center Festival of the Arts on July 2, 3, and 4. If you're attending, please stop by my booth to say hello, I always enjoy catching up with familiar faces and meeting new ones. https://www.livingstondepot.org/artsfest.html

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