01. Melissa Schaefer

German-born nature and wildlife photographer, Melissa Schaefer, was fascinated by polar bears and the arctic since childhood. This fascination has led her to spending large swaths of time in Svalbard–a Norwegian archipelago in the Arctic. She has also co-authored the book, Polar Tales, on the Arctic and climate change.

Polar bear and melon sky | Photo by Melissa Schaefer

Riding the wave | Photo by Melissa Schaefer

Arctic fox | Photo by Melissa Schaefer

02. Jordan Banks

Expedition photographer Jordan Banks has traveled to over 100 countries in pursuit of the stunning shots that have characterized him as a fine art photographer. The light play in these frozen landscapes has certainly dazzled us. Prints are available at his website: jordanbanksphoto.com

Glowing Greenland | Photo by Jordan Banks

Picture perfect Antarctica | Photo by Jordan Banks

Greenland | Photo by Jordan Banks

03. Audun Dahl

The work of Norwegian wildlife photographer, Audun Lie Dahl, is characterized by the Arctic. Since beginning his career in 2010, he has organized numerous expeditions around the world, always with his camera in tow. 

Golden hour | Photo by Audun Dahl

Belugas in Svalbard fjords | Photo by Audun Dahl

Peek-a-boo | Photo by Audun Dahl

 

"The world cannot live without the Arctic; it affects every living thing on Earth and acts as a virtual thermostat, reflecting sunlight and cooling the planet."

       — Philippe Cousteau, Jr.