Wheeler Presents Changemaker Keith Ladzinski: Forces of Nature

In Forces of Nature, National Geographic photographer and Emmy‑nominated director Keith Ladzinski explores the raw beauty, volatility, and interconnectedness of the natural world. Presented as part of the Changemaker Speaker Series, this evening pairs immersive visuals with firsthand storytelling drawn from decades spent documenting the planet’s most extreme environments.

Ladzinski’s work has taken him from storm‑chasing across Tornado Alley to first ascents in interior Antarctica, free diving with alligators in the Florida Everglades, and scaling ancient redwood forests. Through images captured at the edge of human endurance, he reveals both the power of nature and humanity’s responsibility to protect it.

A founding member of the Sea Legacy Collective and co‑founder of Triage Creative, Ladzinski is a three‑time Telly Award winner with two Emmy nominations. His photographs and films have appeared in National Geographic, The New York Times, and The Washington Post, offering a compelling perspective on conservation, climate, and adventure.

Presented in association with Aspen Center for Environmental Studies