“One way or another, we all have to find what best fosters the flowering of our humanity in this contemporary life, and dedicate ourselves to that.”

Joseph Campbell

Ever since I was a young boy, I found my inspiration and comfort in nature. It taught me about life, and death, about change and evolution, about challenges and perseverance. Most importantly, it taught me about perspective and balance, about being humble and spiritual.

I started the Wild Image Project back in 2008. Nature has become an ideology, a debate, something people now humanize. While there is an extreme awareness, there is also an extreme disconnection with our planet. We continue to perceive ourselves as separated from the environment, superior with our technology. The Wild Image Project is an ongoing narrative that focuses on highlighting the true essence of nature and its teachings. Through my photography, writing and videos, I try to provoke a dialogue that forces the viewer to reevaluate its relationship with the environment. Nature is raw, rough, cruel, pretty, beautiful, inspiring, but above all, a humble experience.

The WIP has had over time the support from Aqualung, SanDisk, Voltaic, G-Form, Dahlgren, Delorme, The North Face, Inmarsat, Volkswagen, Aquapac, Klean Kanteen, Mountain Khakis, Canada Goose, Osprey, Werner Paddle, Yakima, GoPro, Garmont, Kokatat, FoxFury, Spot Adventure, Wend Magazine, Snap Dragon Design, Smartwool, SOG, Taragui, LaCie, TideRace, Brunton & Grupo Insud.

“The Wild Image Project photos are both beautiful, and inspirational. They transport those who see them into the natural world, encouraging people to seek out an adventures of their own. Our goal with PlanetExplore is to serve as a portal to the outdoors that will provide the tools and resources necessary for people to embark on these adventures, while creating a connection to nature that is meaningful to them. Daniel’s stories and photos epitomize this connection, and we are truly honored to share his adventures with you on PlanetExplore.com”

Brook Shinsky, Outdoor Participation Manager for The North Face

“When we first brought Daniel on board, I knew we had made the right choice. His passion and drive for what he does are teamed with a vibrant personality that makes him the ideal ambassador. He truly embodies our values at Kokatat and has delivered beyond expectations. He is a talented individual that sticks to his ideals. From his rich photographic and multimedia content to his interpersonal interactions it is clear what he believes in and is committed to working towards, something that would make any brand proud. ”

Marta Miller, Marketing Director, Kokatat