Ansel Adams is more than one of the most famous photographers in history — he helped define how America understands its landscapes, its national parks, and the power of visual storytelling. His black-and-white images of Yosemite, the American West, and untouched wilderness became cultural landmarks and reshaped photography as both art and advocacy.

In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom examines the life, work, and legacy of Ansel Adams, from his early artistic influences to the creation of the Zone System and his role in elevating photography to fine art. The episode also explores Adams’ environmental activism, his collaboration with the National Park Service, and how his images influenced public policy, conservation, and America’s relationship with nature.

This is a deep dive into how Ansel Adams blended technical mastery with artistic vision, why his photographs still resonate decades later, and how his work continues to shape photography, environmentalism, and American culture.

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