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
Vietnam, Lao Cai Prov, Sapa Girl, Ha - Ha and Cha were friends. They sold weavings. They were happy to have their photo taken. I met them in Sapa, a wonderful place.
Sri Lanka, Matale Prov, View From Sirigaya Temple
South Sandwich Is, Penguins Jumping Up On Iceberg, 2006 - At least ten penguins simultaneously leap up on to the iceberg. Some have already made it, while others are still in mid-air.
Turkey, Sanliurfa Prov, Fields
Light Box House, 2009 Turkey, Hakkari Province (Vilayet)
Azerbaijan, Beylaqan Prov, Fish For Sale
Azerbaijan, Qax Prov, Umbrella
Bangladesh, Habiganj Prov, Motor Trishaw - A typical means of transportation.
Girl In Doorway, Tibet, 1995 - This girl lived not far from Xegar in Tibet. Three years after I took this photograph, I brought large black and white prints back and gave them to her. She was already married and had children.
Slovenia, Gorisnica Prov, Tractor