Since starting photography in 2004 Shane has quickly been acknowledged for his artistic and conservation efforts in the genre of nature photography. Numerous professional organizations and industry leading editorial publications have utilized his work, including Outdoor photographer, Arizona Highways, Focus on Planet Earth, and the North American Nature Photographers Association. Marked distinctions, recognitions and awards include the following:

Awards

• Three images selected for NANPA's 2008 "Show Case Gallery"
• Six images selected for semi final round of the "Shell Wildlife Photographer of the Year" contest.
• One image selected to the final round of the "Natures Best" photography contest. Contest still in judging as of July 08'

Special Invitations & Recognitions

• Invitation from editor of "Outdoor Photographer" to participate in the 2008 annual "Landscape Special" - August 2008 issue
• Second place at the annual 2008 "Flagstaff Portfolio Review and Juried Competition"
• Juried invitation to present my work of the Alaskan Grizzly bears at the annual 2008 NANPA "Summit Conference and Trade Show".

Thanks for your interest, Shane McDermott