SHANE SROGI
The Primal Lens
A Tiger’s Signature
The Malayan tiger wears his individuality.In the tangled heart of the rainforest, Pak Belang, Uncle Stripes to those who still remember, moves silently through shadow and sunlight. His coat, a tapestry of stripes, is a signature written by the wild itself. No two Malayan tigers bear the same pattern; each is a singular creation, as […]
The Flamingo Kid as told in the WSJ
I got picked up in the WSJ and its Substack “Free Expression” today. They ran a story about the Flamingo Kid, an Ontario man who, after consuming 30+ beers, pleaded guilty to stealing a Flamingo and bringing it to his Las Vegas Hotel Room.
The Crow Stole Fire
In old Cherokee stories, Crow volunteered for the arduous ocean flight to steal fire for humankind. In the process, he surrenders his snowy feathers and sweet morning song. Soot stained his body, smoke stole his music, and only a rough caw remains, echoing through our forests.The crow’s hidden eyelid, the nictitating membrane, is a marvel […]
The Bear of Przemyśl
The Bear of Przemyśl and St. Ursula In the southeastern corner of Poland, the city of Przemyśl carries its story in symbols: a brown bear, steady and unhurried, walks beneath a golden cross on the city’s coat of arms. Here, faith and wildness share the same shield. Stories cling to Przemyśl like morning mist. […]
What’s Next
12% of America is protected land–preserved for habitat, forestry and recreation. Amid the swirling waves of political turmoil, social upheaval, and a COVID-crisis, Americans began reexamining how their home looks and feels. Nestled in the quiet pockets of protected lands, a treasure trove of wildlife, natural landscapes, and recreational opportunities await–if you know how to access them. On this coast-to-coast adventure, Seattle-based landscape photographer Shane Srogi tackles the various facets of America’s outdoor spaces–their picturesque colors, vibrant scenes, one-of-kind sunsets, but also their complex relationship with local communities. Shane hopes to raise awareness of public lands, what they mean for Americans, and why they’re worth protecting.