About Me

Hi, and welcome! I’m Lona Downs, a wildlife and travel photographer — my name lovingly passed down from my grandmother.

Photography has been my companion for much of my adult life — a way to connect with the world, capture its beauty, and fuel a love for adventure. Yet after the loss of my eldest son, the camera I once enjoyed sat untouched, as creativity felt impossibly distant. Slowly, though, I found a spark of hope — a reminder that life is precious and meant to be lived. Nature became my sanctuary, and photography the way I began to hold onto that truth again. Now it carries me forward, and I’d love for you to join me in seeking the beauty of this world while we can.

My travels have carried me from the stone steps of Peru’s Inca Trail to the peaks of the Himalayas, the summit of Kilimanjaro, and the icy wilderness of Antarctica. Each journey has offered moments of awe and discovery, pushing me to embrace challenges and uncover beauty in every corner of the world.

Through my blog and photo gallery, I’m beginning to share these moments and invite you to see the world through my lens. I’m adding more each day — stories of adventure, resilience, and the breathtaking beauty of our planet.

Whether you’re here for inspiration, wanderlust, or simply the joy of seeing life through a new perspective, I’m so glad you’re here. Let’s explore together.