Art in Wild Places: The Essential Guide to National Park Artist-in-Residence Programs

Art in Wild Places is a fine-art photography book created through artist-in-residence experiences in U.S. National Parks and other protected wild landscapes. Through carefully composed images and reflective text, photographer Jerry Fleury explores the emotional, visual, and symbolic power of wilderness-revealing moments shaped by light, weather, time, and patient observation.

Rather than presenting nature as spectacle alone, the book emphasizes presence and connection. Fleury's photographs emerge from long walks and quiet attention to place, offering an intimate view of national parks as living environments rather than destinations. The accompanying reflections invite readers to slow down and consider the deeper meaning of wild spaces, their role in conservation, and the importance of preserving these landscapes for future generations.

In addition to serving as a visual meditation, Art in Wild Places functions as a practical and inspirational guide for artists interested in applying to artist in residence programs within U.S. National Parks. Drawing from firsthand experience, the book offers insight into the residency process, creative intent, and the value of working within protected lands. It is well-suited for photographers, artists, libraries, educators, conservation advocates, and readers seeking both artistic inspiration and guidance on engaging with national park residency opportunities.