Breakout Speaker: NANPA Summit 2025
www.ryanbwagner.com
Ryan Wagner is a Biology Ph.D. student at Washington State University and a science photojournalist. He tells conservation stories that emphasize both the positive and negative relationships humans have with the natural world. His writing and photography have been featured in BBC Wildlife Magazine, National Wildlife Magazine, The Guardian, Nature, and other publications.
In 2023, Ryan was the recipient of the NANPA College Scholarship Award. Ryan’s image “Dogpile” won second place in the 2024 NANPA Showcase conservation category.
Working with Scientists
Saturday, May 17 / 8:30am – 9:45am / Breakout Room – TBA
This session delves into collaborating with scientists to craft compelling visual stories about environmental issues. Drawing from my own experiences, I’ll guide you through the process: contacting researchers, planning a story, conducting a shoot, writing, and publishing. I’ll also share practical tips for doing science photojournalism on a budget, including affordable strategies for travel.
As both a professional scientist and nature photojournalist, my work bridges academia and popular science. Through my connections with researchers, I’ve joined expeditions in North America, Jamaica, Hawaii, Mexico, and beyond to document science stories and bring them to wider audiences.