This website illuminates my life and adventures. My longing for freedom has led me to over 2600 of the world’s 3978 provinces, to every country on earth and to the summit of the highest peak on each continent (thank heaven for good weather!). In my travels, I learned to respect the intelligence and ingenuity of people of all races and callings both past and present. Come see the world as I see it: as a peaceful place, full of nature and beauty. With the right spirit and intent, we can make our world a virtual Garden of Eden.
DISTINCTIONS: BBC 2017 Travel Pioneer • Journal Articles • Explorer’s Club Flag Expeditions
World Parks Project • Walk Across South America • Jeff Shea Travel Map
Turkey, Sirnak Prov, Two Kurdish Men
Slovenia, Cerkno Prov, Building
Turkey, Cappadocia, Gnome Wall, 1984 - This is a different view of the houses carved into the walls of Cappadocia. Its combination of geography, history and its odd appearance makes Cappadocia a stunning place to visit.
Turkey, Nevsehir Prov, Cappadocia Goreme Wall Relief
Vietnam, Lao Cai Prov, Terraces
Namibia, Himba Mother and Child Standing, 2000 - This woman was one of the first Himba we saw. She came walking out of the forest with her child. Her gentle demeanor impressed me. She had a classically beautiful face.
Bangladesh, Kishorenganj Prov, Colorful Boat
Myanmar, Mandalay Prov, Bagan Temple
Slovenia, Kidricevo Prov, Bottle Propeller
Slovenia, Obcina Hrpelje-Kozina, Bee In Flower, 2006 - It was not until the Spring of 2006 during my in-depth trip to Slovenia that I became fascinated with the small world all around us. Every time I wanted to take a photograph of a beautiful flower, I discovered that the little creatures of the world lived in a world far more beautiful than the most lavish mansions of man.