Keith Ladzinski

Keith Ladzinski

Keynote Speaker: Photographer for National Geographic; Emmy-Nominated Director

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Keith Ladzinski Biography

Keith Ladzinski is a contributing photographer at National Geographic and an Emmy-nominated director.

His early subjects mirrored his polarized passions, skateboarding in the city and exploring the quiet mountains of Colorado. One, built around an immersed subculture, skating from concrete place to place with friends, trespassing, shooting photos in the dead of night with rushed artificial light setups and running from security guards. The other, alpine starts in the mountains, long approaches alone to quaint places, patiently hunting for natural light and thoughtful composition.

It was an unintentional education in two styles of photography and wasn’t long before the two merged, initially into his love for rock climbing. It was here that Ladzinski forged his roots, rising quickly to the top in the world of extreme sports and working tirelessly with the industry's top athletes, outdoor industry clients, and ad agencies.

Ladzinski is an award-winning photographer and has earned numerous 1st place honors from PDN, The International Library of Photography and National Geographic. He has photographed nearly 100 magazine cover stories for a variety of publications and his work has appeared on the front page of the New York Times, the cover of the Washington Post Sunday Magazine and National Geographic Magazine.

Today, Ladzinski’s work primarily focuses on natural history, climate change, extreme sports, and advertising campaigns, sending him to the furthest reaches of the 7 continents multiple times over on assignments. Ladzinski is a contributing photographer at National Geographic Magazine, a founding member of the Sea Legacy Collective, a Nikon Ambassador and has worked for clients globally including Apple, Disney, Oprah Network, Toyota, Adidas, Discovery, Nike, Red Bull, The North Face, The New York Times, and National Geographic TV.

Ladzinski lives in Boulder, Colorado with his family.

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Keith Ladzinski Speaking Topics

Documenting the Ends of the Earth

Whether battling katabatic winds, dangling from ropes above 8,000' to document the first ascent of Antarctica's tallest peak, trekking up Mount Everest, scaling ancient giant Redwoods, or navigating saltwater crocodiles in the floodplains of the Okavango, Keith goes to the extreme to capture the moment and share it with us. Celebrated as one of the most nimble nature, art, and commercial storytellers working today, Keith brings unparalleled nuance, sensitivity, and depth to his storytelling. Journey to the farthest reaches of our planet in this sweeping look at nature and man.

Keith Ladzinski Videos

Nikon Z 6: Photos & Video on Location with Keith Ladzinski
Photo tips & tricks from Nat Geo contributing photographer Keith ...

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What topics does Keith Ladzinski speak about?

Keith Ladzinski is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Art & Design, Photography and Television & Film.

Where does Keith Ladzinski travel from?

Keith Ladzinski generally travels from Boulder, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Keith Ladzinski?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Keith Ladzinski for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Keith Ladzinski for your next private or corporate function.

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Keith Ladzinski is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Art & Design, Photography and Television & Film. The estimated speaking fee range to book Keith Ladzinski for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Keith Ladzinski generally travels from Boulder, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are David Wright, Ari Beser and Edward Bakst. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Keith Ladzinski for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 22/05/2025.

Keith Ladzinski Speaking Topics

  • Documenting the Ends of the Earth

    Whether battling katabatic winds, dangling from ropes above 8,000' to document the first ascent of Antarctica's tallest peak, trekking up Mount Everest, scaling ancient giant Redwoods, or navigating saltwater crocodiles in the floodplains of the Okavango, Keith goes to the extreme to capture the moment and share it with us. Celebrated as one of the most nimble nature, art, and commercial storytellers working today, Keith brings unparalleled nuance, sensitivity, and depth to his storytelling. Journey to the farthest reaches of our planet in this sweeping look at nature and man.

Keith Ladzinski Videos

Nikon Z 6: Photos & Video on Location with Keith Ladzinski
Photo tips & tricks from Nat Geo contributing photographer Keith ...

Keith Ladzinski News

  • Greenland is not for sale

    Photograph by Keith Ladzinski. A stand-up paddleboarder cuts through the frigid waters of the Greenland Sea. Photograph by Keith Ladzinski. Greenland's ...

  • 22 beautiful photos of Greenland

    Discover boundless Arctic adventures in this set of images by National Geographic photographer Keith Ladzinski. Based in New York, photographer and ...

  • How do I book Keith Ladzinski to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Keith Ladzinski for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Keith Ladzinski, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Keith Ladzinski or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Keith Ladzinski for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Keith Ladzinski, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Keith Ladzinski, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Keith Ladzinski speak about?

    Keith Ladzinski is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Art & Design, Photography and Television & Film.
  • Where does Keith Ladzinski travel from?

    Keith Ladzinski generally travels from Boulder, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Keith Ladzinski?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Keith Ladzinski for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Keith Ladzinski for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Keith Ladzinski or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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