Floatplanes are essential for accessing Alaska’s remote regions during the summer months. This image captures the rippling wake of a de Havilland DHC-3 Otter just after touchdown on a secluded lake in the Lake Clark National Park region, a testament to the vital role these aircraft play in connecting the wilderness.

Evan Lewis is a professional photographer currently residing in Sarasota, Florida. Educated at the Ringling College of Art & Design, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts with a concentration in photography in 2020.

Evan’s work is deeply influenced by his fascination with the machine world. His photographs often explore the interplay between transportation, mechanical design, and natural beauty. Some of Evan’s most notable photographic techniques include the use of long exposures, artificial lighting, and multi-layer post-processing methods that harmonize the subject with its environment.

Among the many places Evan travels to for his images, Alaska holds the most significance. Recently, he completed a body of work titled Ascending Alaska, which compiles four years and seven visits to the magnificent state into one comprehensive series. The imagery in this collection captures the emotional connection between humanity and the environment through unique methods of transport such as small airplanes and powerful automobiles.

To see more of Evan's work, visit: https://www.aerialautomotive.com/

Instagram: @evanlewis.expedition