Two horseback riders in cowboy hats ride along a scenic mountain lake surrounded by autumn trees.

 

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Discover wildlife and landscapes across the American West and beyond.

Stunning aurora borealis northern lights display red green and purple colors over a dark mountain silhouette.
Snow-frosted birch trees viewed from below against a vivid clear blue winter sky.
A stunning black and white aerial view of a glacier flowing between rugged mountain peaks.
Hay bales on a green farm field at dramatic sunset with storm clouds over distant mountains.
Golden aspen trees framing a mountain valley with evergreen forests under a blue sky in fall.
Dramatic fiery sunset with red and orange storm clouds over a green meadow and lone mountain silhouette.
A wild European hare runs through tall green grass in an open meadow.
A lone gray wolf stands alert in dark forest undergrowth in a dramatic black and white photo.
A rushing waterfall flows over mossy boulders through a dense green Rocky Mountain forest.
Wild horses running through sagebrush plains kicking up dust with snow-capped mountains behind.
A Texas Longhorn bull with massive wide horns is photographed against a dramatic black background.
A yellow-bellied marmot rests lazily on a large boulder surrounded by a lush green forest.
A massive blue glacier flows into a calm fjord with floating icebergs in Alaska.
A detailed fox portrait artwork painted on weathered wood with a rustic textured finish.
Fur seals play in shallow water near a colony of king penguins on a sandy beach in South Georgia Island.
A large colony of King penguins gathered on a dark sandy Antarctic beach.
Two colorful autumn aspen leaves in red and gold resting on a wet dark rock.
A cowboy kneels beside a saddled horse among tall pine trees near a sunlit forest lake.
A shaggy Highland cow stands alone in a vast snowy winter landscape under stormy skies.
Golden aspen trees and rocky peaks reflect in a calm lake under dramatic autumn clouds.
Blood moon lunar eclipse glowing deep red-orange against a dark night sky.
Two horses, one black and one brown, touch noses tenderly against a white background.
A large bull moose with velvet antlers grazes among white birch trees in a green forest.
Vibrant golden aspen trees mixed with evergreens on a Colorado mountain slope in fall.
A lineup of Texas Longhorn cattle with impressive horns standing in a field under dramatic stormy skies.
Mother hummingbird feeding two hungry chicks with open beaks in a nest on wooden beam.
A black and white action shot of a cowboy herding horses through dusty corrals.
Winding dirt trail through a colorful autumn aspen grove with white birch trees.
Flock of cranes flying in silhouette against a large full moon and starry night sky.
Vibrant orange and yellow aspen trees display peak fall foliage colors under a cloudy sky.
A dramatic black and white photo of white horses running through misty light.
A greater sage-grouse displaying its spiked tail feathers and inflated air sacs during courtship.
A medieval castle sits atop a forested hill shrouded in dramatic mist and dark storm clouds.
Vibrant autumn foliage with red, orange, and yellow trees covering Colorado mountain slopes under a partly cloudy blue sky.
A dramatic close-up portrait of a wolf and young deer together in falling snow, evoking predator and prey.
Black and white photo of rope halters and lead ropes hanging on a barn wall.
Adult sandhill crane feeds two fluffy orange chicks at the water's edge in a wetland environment.
Sandhill crane with red crown stands among tall reeds, with a chick nestled on its back in a marsh habitat.
Two sandhill cranes display courtship dance in snowy winter landscape.
A snow-covered moose faces the camera during a heavy winter snowstorm.
Two great horned owl chicks nesting in bare branches, one with mouth wide open.
A dramatic purple and orange sunset storm sky glows over a green mountain meadow with a wooden fence.
Mysterious castle or church tower emerging through thick fog above a dense forest.
Close-up of golden orange sneezeweed wildflowers with dried petals in a natural outdoor setting.
Golden yellow aspen trees frame a mountain vista under blue skies with white clouds in autumn.
Colorful wildflowers including purple lupine bloom along a peaceful mountain lake shoreline in summer.
A partial lunar eclipse shows the moon half in shadow against a dark night sky.
Tall white aspen tree trunks with brilliant orange fall foliage under a blue sky.
Four horses stand in a snowy winter pasture surrounded by snow-covered trees.
Dense autumn aspen forest with orange foliage and bare white trunks, single evergreen tree.
A majestic Highland cow with long curved horns and shaggy golden-brown fur poses against a gray background.
Three horseback riders traverse a scenic mountain trail beside a crystal-clear alpine lake.
A young moose calf grazes on yellow wildflowers in a forest clearing among birch trees.
A cowgirl rides a galloping horse across a sunlit green meadow at golden hour.
Two cowboys on horseback gallop across a vast green meadow with mountain views.
Three cowgirls on horseback give high-fives while riding through a scenic field.
A herd of wild horses gallops freely across an open sagebrush desert landscape.
A large Texas Longhorn bull with massive horns stands prominently in a field with smaller cattle behind it.
A cowboy on horseback herds a group of galloping horses through a colorful autumn landscape.
A lone rider on horseback gallops across an open field beneath a dramatic dark stormy sky.
A black and white Texas Longhorn steer with large curved horns stands alone in a monochrome field.
A white horse stands at a wooden fence with snow-capped mountains and cloudy sky in the background.
A dramatic full moon glows orange surrounded by dark swirling clouds in a night sky.
Vibrant autumn foliage blankets rolling hills and valleys under dramatic cloudy skies in a scenic mountain landscape.
Golden aspen trees glow beneath a snow-capped mountain peak under stormy skies in autumn wilderness.
Misty Arctic waters with floating ice and fog-covered mountains at dusk.
Black and white dramatic snow-covered mountain peaks rise sharply under a cloudy alpine sky.
Blue icebergs float on glacial waters with dramatic snow-capped mountain peaks in the background.
A dramatic black and white photo of a waterfall inside a dark rocky cave.
Aerial black and white panoramic view of snow-dusted mountain ranges stretching across a vast landscape.
Brilliant red and orange aspen shrubs contrast against tall evergreen trees in a colorful autumn forest.
A white bighorn sheep stands on rocky alpine terrain with patches of snow on a mountain slope.
Colorful abstract light streaks in red, green, blue and yellow create a vibrant vertical pattern.
Aerial view of densely packed colorful European buildings with terracotta rooftops in a Mediterranean city.
Sunlight streams through hanging strands of dried leaves creating a golden backlit curtain pattern.
Black and white infrared photo of a large dense tree cluster in an open field landscape.
Abstract motion blur photograph of a desert landscape in warm sandy pink and orange tones.
Full moon rising over red rock formations at Arches National Park at sunset.
Panoramic view of Arches National Park with red rock formations and snow-capped mountains under dramatic clouds.
Aerial view of colorful desert canyon landscape with red rock formations and green shrubs in Utah.
Snow-dusted rocky mountain peaks rise above a dense evergreen forest under dramatic stormy clouds.
Calm lake reflecting golden autumn aspen trees and rolling hills in a serene mountain landscape.
Lush green alpine meadow filled with wildflowers including purple lupine under a cloudy summer sky.
Golden aspen forest with white birch trunks and fallen logs in autumn foliage.
Vibrant autumn foliage in red, orange, and gold behind a wooden fence.
Snow-dusted mountain peak rises above a colorful hillside of orange and yellow autumn aspens under a clear blue sky.
Massive glacier flowing between snow-capped mountains into a turquoise glacial lake in coastal Alaska.
Snow-capped Rocky Mountain peaks reflect perfectly in a calm alpine lake surrounded by evergreen forest.
Black and white landscape of a mountain lake with fallen logs and snow-capped peaks in Rocky Mountain National Park.
Golden aspen trees fill a mountain valley with snow-capped peaks rising above under a deep blue sky in autumn.
Aerial winter landscape showing snow-covered mountains, valleys, and a straight road under cloud cover.
Golden aspen forest in peak fall color with mountain valley and blue sky with white clouds.
Saint Louis Cathedral glows at twilight in New Orleans historic Jackson Square.
Bald cypress trees with vibrant red fall foliage reflecting in a calm green swamp in autumn.
Ancient cypress tree trunks rise from a flooded swamp, their gnarled bases reflected in dark still water.
An American alligator lurks just below the water surface, its eye and snout barely visible in green water.
Yellow-green pitcher plants growing wild in a grassy wetland meadow in natural habitat.
A stunning double rainbow arches over a calm river surrounded by lush green trees.
A wood duck swims among cypress trees in a colorful reflective wetland swamp.
Sepia toned photograph of ancient cypress tree roots and trunks reflected symmetrically in calm swamp water.
Dense cypress swamp forest with mossy trunks and a narrow dark water stream winding through.
Ancient cypress swamp with moss-draped trees, mushroom-covered stumps, and still dark water.
Golden sunset light reflects on rocky black lava shoreline and sandy beach in Hawaii.
A rustic hut with an American flag stands in misty morning fog with a mountain silhouette at sunrise.
A bold red sun sets behind silhouetted palm trees over a dark ocean horizon.
Glowing lava lake erupts with intense orange light and billowing smoke inside a volcanic crater at night.
Vibrant red and green layered mountain valleys of Waimea Canyon under dramatic clouds in Kauai Hawaii.
Aerial view of volcanic mountain peaks with dramatic cloud formations rolling through Haleakala crater in Maui, Hawaii.
Multiple thin waterfalls cascade down a lush green misty cliff face surrounded by tropical rainforest.
White-barked aspen trees rise above a carpet of blue wildflowers in a lush forest.
Lush green misty mountain ridges with cascading waterfalls hidden beneath low clouds.
Dramatic multiple waterfalls cascade down a misty green mountain shrouded in clouds.
Dramatic aerial view of rugged Na Pali Coast sea cliffs with dark rock arches meeting turquoise ocean waves.
Silhouetted palm trees frame a breathtaking pink and orange tropical sunset over the ocean.
Snow-capped mountain range glows blue and pink under a dramatic sunset sky over calm Arctic waters.
A massive glacier calving into the ocean with snow-capped mountains behind.
Dramatic black and white aerial view of snow-covered rocky mountain peaks with glaciers.
Black and white aerial panorama of vast glaciers and jagged mountain peaks under cloudy sky.
Two sandhill cranes foraging in icy shallow water with perfect mirror reflections on a winter day.
A pine marten sits alert in deep winter snow beside snow-covered evergreen branches.
Large bundles of coiled golden and green fishing ropes stacked in a pile at a harbor.
Intense close-up portrait of a great horned owl with striking orange eyes and sharp beak in dramatic lighting.
A group of flamingos wading in shallow blue water with green reeds in the background.
Roseate spoonbills with chicks in a treetop nest, displaying vivid pink and red plumage in a wildlife sanctuary.
Bright yellow prothonotary warbler perched at entrance of wooden birdhouse gathering nesting material.
Sandhill crane standing alert in shallow wetland water surrounded by dry golden marsh grasses in winter.
Colony of great blue herons nesting in bare winter tree branches against a snowy mountain backdrop.
Brown pelican soaring gracefully with wings spread wide against a cloudy gray sky over the ocean.
Brilliant scarlet iiwi honeycreeper feeding on red ohia lehua blossoms in its native Hawaiian forest habitat.
Colorful Northern Parula warbler with blue-gray and yellow plumage perched on green bamboo stalk.
Small bird nest with two white eggs nestled in evergreen pine tree branches.
Mother hummingbird with green plumage watching over two tiny chicks in lichen-covered nest.
Two young hummingbird chicks with spiky feathers and open orange beaks in mossy nest.
Two baby hummingbirds with wide open orange beaks sitting in a small mossy nest.
Close-up portrait of a rufous hummingbird with long black beak pointing upward against green background.
Bald eagle soaring through blue sky with prey clutched in its talons.
Majestic bald eagle in flight with wings fully spread against a blue sky.
Fluffy baby tree swallow peeking out from round hole in wooden birdhouse.
Peaceful river winds through golden cottonwood trees in full autumn color under a partly cloudy blue sky.
Vibrant yellow and purple prothonotary warbler perched on a branch holding an insect.
Small olive-green warbler perched on a thin branch surrounded by green leaves.
Close-up portrait of an American robin with orange breast and yellow beak.
Dark-feathered bird perched on dried wildflower stems holding nesting material in beak.
Massive flock of snow geese taking flight over a flat landscape with mountains behind.
Sandhill cranes flying in panoramic silhouette against a glowing full moon at dusk.
Western grebe feeding chick on calm water surface.
Bright yellow Evening Grosbeak perched on bare branch isolated on white.
Fluffy mountain bluebird perched on metal post against gray sky.
A greater sage-grouse puffs up its white chest and spiky tail feathers during mating display.
Greater sage-grouse performing mating display on open prairie landscape.
Colorful male Garganey duck swimming with vivid reflection in calm water.
Black-necked stilt wading in shallow water on bright red legs.
Young vulture chick with white fluffy head perched on rocky ledge.
Sandhill crane with newborn chick nesting among marsh reeds.
A vibrant yellow and black warbler perched on a bare branch against a white sky.
A group of king penguins with orange markings walking together on rocky terrain.
A colony of penguins on a rocky beach beside a tall waterfall and green cliffside.
Three Adelie penguins standing on a snowy, rocky Antarctic shore in falling snow.
A large group of Adelie penguins huddled together on snow and ice in Antarctica.
An adult Gentoo penguin feeding its fluffy chick on a rocky Antarctic beach.
A dramatic mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks, green hills, and a large penguin colony along the shoreline.
Thousands of king penguins gather on a beach below steep green and rocky snow-dusted Antarctic mountains.
A colony of penguins and resting seals share a sandy beach surrounded by lush green coastal vegetation.
A close-up of a Gentoo penguin chick being fed by its parent, beaks open wide.
A sandhill crane with red cap feeds its fluffy orange chick in a shallow marsh.
A pine grosbeak perched on a cluster of bright red berries against a gray background.
A Wilson's phalarope with vibrant rust and white plumage swims gracefully on calm blue water with reflection.
A cedar waxwing bird eating dried fruit while hanging upside down on a bare branch.
Two bighorn sheep with large curved horns stand on rocky terrain beneath a pine tree.
Three sandhill cranes silhouetted against a vibrant orange sunset sky over mountain landscape.
A massive flock of snow geese taking flight over a flat golden field near mountains.
A chipmunk forages among delicate dandelion seed heads in a soft bokeh nature setting.
A pine marten stands upright on hind legs in falling snow, showing its bushy tail.
A young white-tailed deer fawn stands in a sunlit meadow surrounded by green shrubs.
A vibrant red fox stands in falling snow, its thick winter coat glowing orange.
A brown and white calf with a yellow ear tag numbered 706 sticks out its tongue.
American avocet tending nest on small island in shallow blue water.
A Texas Longhorn steer with massive curved horns stands in a field, partially desaturated.
A majestic red deer stag with large antlers stands on a rocky forest hillside among tall green conifers.
A gray horse appears to laugh or nicker at a chestnut horse in a snowy winter field.
A plump beaver sits upright in shallow water, holding its paws together in a cute pose.
A bull moose with large antlers walks through a lush green meadow.
A panoramic view of a herd of pronghorn antelope standing alert in a brushy prairie landscape.
A pronghorn antelope with curved black horns stands alert in a grassy prairie field.
A small pika perches among rocky terrain, showcasing its round ears and whiskers.
A spotted elk calf stands on a grassy meadow, looking curiously at the camera.
A red-breasted nuthatch clings headfirst to a wet tree trunk in winter.
A vibrant Eastern tiger swallowtail butterfly with yellow and black wings rests on green foliage.
A rustic wooden barn sits beside a lake with mountains under stormy skies.
The iconic St. Louis Gateway Arch rises behind a historic church steeple and bare winter trees.
Aerial view of lush green forest with a winding river under a partly cloudy sky at golden hour.
Vast field of vibrant pink and purple wildflowers stretching to the horizon with a lone tree under overcast skies.
Vibrant autumn foliage in red, orange, and yellow surrounds large granite boulders on a rocky overlook.
Two newborn baby birds with open yellow beaks nestled in a cozy straw nest.
Newly hatched baby birds huddled together in a nest made of dry grass and twigs.
Four Eastern Bluebirds huddled together on a snowy surface in winter.
A vibrant Eastern Bluebird with blue and orange plumage perched on a rustic terracotta pot.
A gray wolf walks through a forest clearing, displaying its thick fur coat and alert expression.
A wooded forest ravine with fallen logs and autumn foliage on a hillside.
Large granite boulders overlook a dense green forest canopy under an overcast sky in a rocky landscape.
Rocky outcrop trail winding through vibrant autumn foliage in a dense forest.
Looking up at a steel electrical transmission tower against a bright blue sky.
A rustic red covered bridge spanning a calm creek surrounded by lush green trees.
Heart-shaped dark cloud formation against a vivid orange and purple sunset sky.
Intense close-up portrait of a red-tailed hawk with piercing eyes and sharp beak.
Close-up portrait of a massive American bison grazing near fallen logs in a wooded area.
A peaceful autumn river flowing through a colorful forest with orange and yellow foliage.
View from granite rock outcroppings overlooking a forested valley with colorful autumn foliage under overcast skies.
Autumn forest scene with vibrant orange foliage, tall trees, and large granite boulders along a winding woodland path.
Autumn foliage with red and orange trees among granite boulders on a rocky overlook in a forested landscape.
A maned wolf with vibrant red fur rests on the ground in dim light.
A fluffy juvenile Northern Cardinal perched on a branch with bright orange beak visible.
Two African wild dogs with mottled coats stand alert in a forest.
A close-up portrait of an American bison with thick brown fur and curved horn.
Two American bison resting in a snowy winter forest surrounded by bare trees.
A delicate purple and yellow wildflower blooming between vibrant green leaves in nature.
A close-up of numerous small grasshoppers clustered on a green leaf with an ant below.
A wild turkey with iridescent feathers strutting through a forest floor covered in fallen leaves.
A white and gray wolf walks through fallen autumn leaves in a forest.
A gray wolf running through a woodland area with mouth open and tongue visible.
Close-up portrait of a dark-coated gray wolf with piercing yellow eyes.
A gray wolf trots forward with tongue out in a natural outdoor setting.
An African wild dog with distinctive spotted coat sniffs a deer skull among fallen autumn leaves.

My art captures the beauty of our world in compelling visual experiences.

As a fine art photographer, I bridge subject and viewer, framing intimate details to expansive landscapes.

I use natural subjects as a foundation for abstract or composite artworks. 

My goal is to share the wonder and joy I experience with you, the viewer.

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A woman holding a camera stands on a vast glacier with dramatic snow-capped mountains behind her.

 

Meet the photographer...

 

Inspired by nature. Guided by curiosity. Captured through the lens.

I'm Anita Merrigan, a fine art photographer based in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, with a lifelong passion for art, photography, and the natural world.

My photographic journey began in 2005 and has taken me from Missouri and Louisiana to the landscapes of Colorado. After being certified in  Missouri and Louisiana as a Master Naturalist, my deep connection with nature continues to inspire my work. Today, I travel throughout the region and world capturing its beauty and diversity. My work has been recognized through awards and exhibitions, and I offer archival-quality fine art prints and private commissions.
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PORTFOLIO...

My portfolio is a dynamic collection that evolves continuously as I explore new destinations and undertake fresh projects.

"Photography, to me, is about exploration - discovering intricate details and understanding their broader context. It's about capturing that profound sense of awe, and of belonging to something greater, all compressed onto a small camera sensor. Can it truly be done? I'm not sure, but I keep exploring."

Vibrant autumn foliage with red, orange, and yellow trees covering mountain slopes under a blue sky with clouds.

Landscape and Nature

A herd of wild horses galloping across a sagebrush prairie with snow-capped mountains in the background.

animal kingdom

Greater sage-grouse male displaying fan-shaped tail feathers and inflated chest sacs during courtship ritual on ground.

beautiful birds

Two cowboys riding horses across a vast green meadow with mountain ranges and dramatic cloudy skies in the background.

people & cultures

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Vibrant pink water lilies blooming on a tranquil pond surrounded by lush green lily pads.

Let's Create Something Meaningful

Explore the beauty of the natural world through fine art photography, archival-quality prints, and private commissions.

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