Clyde Butcher Photography

Clyde Butcher Photography Internationally renowned black and white photographer, humanitarian, and environmentalist.

For more than 50 years, Clyde Butcher has been creating exquisite black and white photographs of the untouched natural landscapes of North America. Internationally renowned, his stunning photography transports the viewer into the primordial beauty of expansive horizons, endless vistas, and seldom seen splendor of the wilderness. His powerful images explore not only his own personal bond with the e

nvironment, but beckon us to our own personal communion with the natural world. Although Butcher will always be identified with the Everglades, he is deeply committed to recording precious landscapes throughout the world. The beauty and importance of Butcher’s photography quickly earned him widespread recognition resulting in museum exhibits in the United States, an exhibit at the National Gallery of Art in Prague celebrating the new millennium, and a request by the United Nations to photograph the mountains of Cuba to celebrate The Year of the Mountains.

Crystal River, the gem of Florida’s beautiful Nature Coast, is about a two hour drive from Tampa. Because Kings Bay is o...
05/30/2026

Crystal River, the gem of Florida’s beautiful Nature Coast, is about a two hour drive from Tampa. Because Kings Bay is one of the best places in the world to observe manatees, Crystal River is an international destination.

Kings Bay, which has been designated an “Outstanding Florida Waterway,” offers opportunities for boating, diving, swimming, fishing as well as a variety of Manatee and Eco-Tours. In addition, there are miles of nature trails to hike, bike, and observe an abundance of birds, deer, alligators, and other wildlife.

📷 CRYSTAL RIVER © 1994 | North of Tampa, FL

05/29/2026

Clyde has been busy signing his newest book, The Everglades: Second Edition.

The response has been overwhelming, so we’re extending the special offer through the end of the weekend. Save up to 20% and get a signed copy.

For more details: https://clydebutcher.com/shop

"We sometimes forget that the earth is round. What we do affects others, both spiritually and environmentally." -Clyde B...
05/29/2026

"We sometimes forget that the earth is round. What we do affects others, both spiritually and environmentally." -Clyde Butcher

📷 LONDON CREEK – LAKE KISSIMMEE © 2009 | Lake Wales, FL

In 2003, the Broward County Cultural Affairs approached me asking if I would like to participate in “Arts in Public Plac...
05/28/2026

In 2003, the Broward County Cultural Affairs approached me asking if I would like to participate in “Arts in Public Places” by placing three one-of-a-kind photographs in the Ft. Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport. The images were to be six feet by sixteen feet and placed in terminals 2 and 3 above the escalators.

John Rude, Executive Director of Broward Urban River Trails, brought together Margaret McPhearson & David from South Florida Water Management District and Kevin Carter, for an adventurous trip up the New River in Ft. Lauderdale. The Broward Urban River Trails had been working to clean up the New River and reconnect it to its original water source: the Everglades. To my amazement, I found more than houses along the New River. Many photographic opportunities presented themselves and I had a great time capturing a part of the river that few had photographed.

📷 NORTH FORK NEW RIVER © 2003 | Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Celebrating 250 years of the United States, Clyde Butcher’s America the Beautiful exhibit captures the breathtaking land...
05/27/2026

Celebrating 250 years of the United States, Clyde Butcher’s America the Beautiful exhibit captures the breathtaking landscapes that define our nation from the towering Redwood forests of California to the peaceful Everglades of Florida.

Through his powerful photography, Clyde showcases America’s treasured public lands while inspiring us to appreciate, enjoy, and preserve these natural wonders for future generations.

On display now at the Marco Island Historical Society. Exhibit ends July 11, 2026.

Chasahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge, Florida – Many people told us about a beautiful secret place in north Florida. t...
05/27/2026

Chasahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge, Florida – Many people told us about a beautiful secret place in north Florida. the name of the place is a tongue twister: Chasshowitzka River. When we decided to do some photography along the northwest coast all we could remember was the name of the place had a “Z” in it. We eventually found the location, and true to the stories people had told us, it is a beautiful place.

We launched our pontoon boat near the freshwater spring and spent a week on the river photographing both the freshwater area and the brackish area. Seven Cabbage Cut is taken out in the wetlands at the mouth of the river. The photograph is unusual because it was taken from our boat. I saw the scene and knew it was what I wanted to photograph. We anchored the boat and I climbed over the edge, down into the saw grass, then immediately sunk into the muck up to my waist. Setting up the tripod in the muck would be impossible. With difficulty, I climbed out of the muck and got back into the boat to consider my predicament. I knew I wanted to photograph this scene, but how?

The solution to my problem was to put out four anchors, one at each corner of the boat. They helped stabilize the boat, although we did sway slightly with the current. I set up my 12-foot ladder, tripod, and camera on the bow of the boat. After getting my focus adjusted and my film in place, Niki went to the stern of the boat and watched for the moment the boat stopped swaying, at which time I took my photo. I took seven photos that way and only one negative was without movement. It was amazing that I managed to get one good negative under those conditions.

At a later date, I became involved with the Florida Aquarium in Tampa and was pleased to find out that the ecosystem on which the aquarium is based is that of the Chasshowitzka River.

📷 SEVEN CABBAGE CUT © 1991 | Florida Gulf Coast | 8×10″ camera on Tri-X film.

Camera Settings: f-45 | 120mm lens | 1/8th second | orange filter

Florida’s geological history has seen most of its land submerged underwater. A unique topographical feature, the Lake Wa...
05/26/2026

Florida’s geological history has seen most of its land submerged underwater. A unique topographical feature, the Lake Wales Ridge in the central part of the state, has stood above sea level for over a million years. I had longed to photograph this area.

On the day I arrived, dark skies rolled in, and the wind howled, adding drama to the scene. Without hesitating, I jumped out of the jeep and quickly set up my camera. Fearing the storm would unleash heavy rains, I was grateful to capture this shot shortly before the first raindrops began to fall.
📷 ARCHBOLD © 2014 | Central Florida

The quiet places remind us to reflect.Today, on Memorial Day, we honor the courage and sacrifice of those who gave their...
05/25/2026

The quiet places remind us to reflect.

Today, on Memorial Day, we honor the courage and sacrifice of those who gave their lives in service to our country.

Their legacy lives on in the freedoms we enjoy every day.

Photographing the Navajo slot canyons could be a lifetime occupation. They are beautiful creations of abstract designs. ...
05/24/2026

Photographing the Navajo slot canyons could be a lifetime occupation. They are beautiful creations of abstract designs. While we were out west, I took the opportunity to try my hand at photographing them.

We joined a Photographic Tour of Antelope Canyon. I didn’t fully comprehend how fast digital photographers take pictures. There I was with an old-fashioned large-format film camera and by the time I got set up, everyone was ready to head on to the next location! It was very frustrating. I did manage to capture a couple of images. I was amazed they turned out. The experience was so frustrating that I finally gave up and went outside to sit and wait until everyone was through.

When I got outside a Navajo man came up to me and said, “I saw you in the canyon and you looked very frustrated. If you’d like an experience that is more appropriate to your large camera, my grandmother owns a slot canyon you can photograph.” The next day we traveled to his canyon and had a great time.

📷 ANTELOPE CANYON 1 © 2013 | Lake Powell Navajo Tribal Park, Arizona

In 1994, The Wilderness Society and the Forestry Department invited me to photograph the seven wilderness areas of Flori...
05/23/2026

In 1994, The Wilderness Society and the Forestry Department invited me to photograph the seven wilderness areas of Florida. I was given seven days in which to achieve the project! I took it on as a challenge to see if I could do it. I had two pieces of film each day that I could shoot. This photograph is one of the locations I came upon in the Ocala National Forest.

📷 BILLIES BAY © 1994 | Ocala National Forest, FL

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