Explore the profound responsibility of being a witness for the natural world and the importance of sharing its wonders with those who cannot see it firsthand.

Chris explores the concept of "The Visual Bridge", the foundational mission of Footprints in Nature to capture immersive visuals of the wild for those who may feel it is out of reach. It is a reminder that when we bring the wild home, we are sharing a true connection.

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Discover the "Seven Bucks" mentality and how to build greatness through grit, persistence, and hard work. A reflection on legacy, from the Calgary skyline to the pockets of the inspired.

Inspiration isn’t always found on a mountain peak. Sometimes, it is found in your pocket. Chris shares the significance of the seven dollars he has carried for nearly a decade, drawing parallels between Dwayne Johnson’s Calgary departure and his father’s architectural legacy. Join Chris as he reflects on his own unfolding vision for the natural world and encourages you to find your own anchor for the tough days.

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Learn how to master your tools to overcome "tech-anxiety" and move from being a technical operator to a true witness for the natural world.

Technical noise is the static that clutters our vision or the friction that stalls our best work. In this reflection, Chris explores "The Weight of Readiness," the intentional labour of mastering our tools, whether it is cameras for wildlife and sports or professional file systems, so they finally become invisible. Discover how putting in the work early allows you to stop being an operator and start living in the moment.

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If you start right now, where could you be in five years? Explore the power of the "long play" in creative business and the commitment required to move past the fear of the unknown.

In this reflection, Chris explores the importance of simply starting in both creative entrepreneurship and nature photography. It is a reflection on the belief that personal fulfilment is the only metric of success that truly matters. Because the five year goal cannot be reached without passing the one day mark.

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Exploring the commitment required to track the Canadian Lynx and the "near miss" experiences that define the life of a wildlife photographer.

The Canadian Lynx is the ghost of the northern forest and the animal that sits at the very top of Chris' bucket list. In this reflection, Chris explores the near miss experiences that every wildlife photographer knows all too well. It is a reflection on the commitment required to witness something that refuses to be scheduled and the belief that the wait is just part of the work that must happen before the magic finally unfolds. Because out here, timing is everything.

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Explore the transition from the high-pressure world of professional broadcasting and Master Control to the intentional peace of the natural world.

In the world of professional broadcasting, "dead air" is a failure. Chris dives into his past career in Master Control, where life was measured by the second and every live event was a high-stakes race for perfection. From the intensity of a rain-delayed Daytona 500 to the national feeds that millions of people relied on, it was a world of hyper-vigilance and constant, calibrated control. It is a reflection on the muscle memory of duty, the pressure of entrepreneurship, and the challenge of learning how to finally power down.

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A reflection on wildlife photography in Alberta and the importance of finding value in the field, even when the camera stays in the bag.

Some days in the field, everything lines up. And some days… nothing happens. Chris shares time spent on long wildlife photo drives through Alberta. Hours on backcountry roads, changing light, familiar landscapes, and the quiet moments in between. It’s a reflection on productivity, presence, and the pressure to measure time by results. On stepping away from the desk, letting go of expectation, and finding value in days that don’t deliver a moment to capture. Because even when nothing happens, being out there still matters.

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Discover the purpose behind Footprints in Nature Reflections, a podcast exploring the intersection of nature photography, creativity, and the quiet moments of the outdoors.

In this first episode, Chris shares why this space exists. A quiet place for thoughts shaped by time outdoors, creativity, photography, and the moments that arrive after the work is done. This isn’t about teaching, gear, or how-to advice. It’s about slowing down, noticing what stays with us, and giving those moments a little more room to breathe. Think of it as a short walk. No destination. Just space to think.

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Chris Gibbs is a professional photographer and videographer with over thirty-five years of experience in the television broadcast industry. Through his brand, Footprints in Nature, he documents the natural world to inspire conservation, honour our natural heritage, and encourage a deeper connection to the outdoors.