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
Papua New Guinea, Red Wigman, 1983 - When we arrived in Koroba, I was delighted to see that the villagers wore their wigs as part of their everyday dress. My good fortune had it that they were also more than willing to be photographed, unlike the men at the market in Tari. This man, whom I call the Red Wigman, was one of the first wigmen I ever photographed.
UK, Calderdale Prov, Boat Canal
Myanmar, Kachin Prov, River Long Boat Scene
Cambodia, Phnom Penh Prov, Standing Buddhas
Turkey, Cappadocia, Gnome Caps, 1984 - Cappadocia in Turkey was one of the most interesting places I ever visited. Over 150 churches have been built into the fairy-tale like pinnacles.
Slovenia, Dobje Prov, Hay Truck
Vietnam, Ha Nam Prov, Dog Meat Kitchen
Estonia, Harjumaa Prov, Tallinn, Old City Wall -
Slovenia, Slovenj Gradec Prov, Farm
UK, Wigan Prov, For Sale