Bryan Holliday

When he was four years old, Bryan was visited by an American Robin in his hometown of Rockford, Illinois. This remarkable encounter sparked a lifelong interest in birds, leading him to study ecology at the University of Illinois and assist with avian research projects in the grasslands, forests and swamps of southern Illinois. Following his calling to teach, Bryan worked as an environmental education instructor for nine years in Texas and Michigan, teaching science outdoors to fifth and sixth graders. He then earned a master's degree in Secondary Education from Northern Arizona University and taught middle school science and math for the next decade.

Bryan has always explored the places he calls home, and his interest in birding gradually expanded into wildlife photography, discovering that patient observation through the lens deepened his understanding of birds and their behavior. His photographs have appeared in books and magazines, including National Geographic, Birding, Audubon and Bird Watcher's Digest, and his image of a red-winged blackbird received First Prize in National Wildlife magazine. He enjoys sharing both the technical and observational skills that help create meaningful wildlife photographs.

Bryan enjoys photographing alongside guests, helping them create lasting memories on expedition and leading wildlife photography tours. He hopes the images they capture inspire others to explore, appreciate and protect the places they visit, while encouraging a greater understanding of the wildlife and habitats that make each destination unique.