Free Webinar: An Evening with Tom Murphy
Step into the wild heart of Yellowstone with one of America’s most accomplished and enduring wildlife photographers.
Raised on a 7,500-acre cattle ranch in Montana, Tom Murphy has spent more than five decades immersed in the landscapes and wildlife of Yellowstone National Park. His life’s work—capturing, protecting, and advocating for the animals of the American West—has made him a defining voice in wildlife conservation and storytelling.
Tom’s breathtaking photography has appeared in National Geographic, The New York Times, multiple best-selling books, and an Emmy-nominated PBS documentary. A true adventurer, he also made history as the first person to ski solo across Yellowstone in winter—a 175-mile journey through brutal -50°F conditions, carrying only a sleeping bag.
This special evening will spotlight Tom’s landmark achievements in 2026, including:
- A National Honor: The United States Postal Service will release 15 million Forever Stamps featuring Tom’s iconic American bison photograph.
- A Major PBS Documentary: Frozen Frames, a new film chronicling Tom’s life, adventures, and conservation work, including his historic Yellowstone crossing.
- A New Book Release: A forthcoming co-authored book exploring the story and significance of Yellowstone’s bison.
A lifelong advocate for a wild Yellowstone, Tom has played a key role in the restoration of bison, wolves, elk, and other wildlife populations. He continues to serve on the Yellowstone Rescue Team and the National Yellowstone Advisory Council.
Watch Now!
The evening will include:
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A captivating, image-rich presentation featuring Tom’s most powerful wildlife photography with a focus on his winter adventures in Yellowstone
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An exclusive first viewing of the new Bison Forever Stamp
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Followed by an audience Q&A
Join us for an unforgettable night of storytelling, exploration, and insight into one of America’s last great wild places, through the eyes of a man who has lived it.
Meet Tom Murphy
Tom Murphy, raised on a 7,500-acre ranch in South Dakota, developed a deep appreciation for wildlife and open landscapes early on. He earned a B.S. in Anthropology from Montana State University in 1984 and spent years blending photography with archaeological fieldwork across the Northwest Plains.
A professional photographer since 1978, Murphy is best known for his work in Yellowstone National Park, where he has explored extensively since 1975—hiking, skiing, and completing multiple long-distance backcountry expeditions, including a 175-mile solo winter crossing.
He founded Wilderness Photography Expeditions, becoming the first licensed photography tour leader in Yellowstone, with a mission rooted in conservation. His work has been widely published and featured in collections worldwide, including a PBS Nature film, Christmas in Yellowstone.
Murphy is an award-winning author, with titles like Silence and Solitude and The Seasons of Yellowstone. He has contributed photography to Yellowstone visitor centers, supports environmental organizations, and has served on conservation boards.
