MR says: Chris Burkard is a photographer, a world traveler, and a man who fearlessly shares his faith. See some of his stunning photos and learn more about his faith, family, and conversion to the Church.
The last few seconds of light always seem to be the best. A photo posted by ChrisBurkard (@chrisburkard) on Nov 9, 2015 at 7:42pm PST
One of photographer Chris Burkard’s favorite scriptures is found in Doctrine and Covenants 100:12: “Therefore, continue your journey and let your hearts rejoice; for behold, and lo, I am with you even unto the end.”
In the past month, Burkard, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has taken his 1.2 million Instagram followers on a journey from Switzerland to Canada to Norway. Burkard says his travels have made it impossible for him to deny the presence of a higher power.
These days we tend to spend a lot of time looking down at our phones for inspiration. I've realized I have always found the most when I look up. A photo posted by ChrisBurkard (@chrisburkard) on Nov 8, 2015 at 7:01pm PST
“You can’t really travel without feeling like you see (God’s) hand in everything … without, in some capacity, recognizing his overwhelming effect on every human out there,” Burkard said.
Burkard’s own journey began when, as a little boy, he dreamed of traveling the world. It wasn’t until he was 19 and began taking pictures that he saw how he could make that dream a reality.
The Matterhorn could arguably be the most iconic mountain in the world. One thing is certain, the more time you spend in its presence... the smaller you feel. @flyswiss @myswitzerland A photo posted by ChrisBurkard (@chrisburkard) on Oct 11, 2015 at 6:48pm PDT
Abstract ... It's a pretty broad term we use to describe what we don't understand. This photo was shot at 4,000 ft elevation from a small Cessna. Its a glacial river running parallel with the mountains. Besides the deep rich black volcanic soil you see in the photo there is hues of vibrant green and milky blue. These are from glacial sediments moving inside the river and vegetation blooms along the mountainside. You can keep all the fine art in the world. I am fully content with these natural masterpieces A photo posted by ChrisBurkard (@chrisburkard) on Oct 28, 2015 at 5:09pm PDT
Fall is such a fleeting season. It happens too quickly if you ask me. The clear alpine water of Seealpsee lake in the Swiss Alps. I took this photo right before a big storm came and covered it in snow for the Winter. A photo posted by ChrisBurkard (@chrisburkard) on Nov 2, 2015 at 5:27pm PST
Places worth protecting. A photo posted by ChrisBurkard (@chrisburkard) on Nov 7, 2015 at 10:20am PST
It's amazing what you can find when you let yourself wander. When I have time to spare, my favorite thing to do is drive down random roads when I travel. In Switzerland this is usually what you find. An idyllic cabin placed perfectly below a mountain range or cliff band. These people know a thing or two about location. #SwissWelcome #FlySwiss @kitkat_ch A photo posted by ChrisBurkard (@chrisburkard) on Nov 10, 2015 at 9:44am PST
Dawns perfect symmetry. #explorersgrantAK A photo posted by ChrisBurkard (@chrisburkard) on Sep 18, 2015 at 10:09pm PDT