Mountains are calling & I must go! Let’s wander where the Wi-Fi is weak & the trails are steep.
Adventure awaits!
Jason Roberts is a photographer who threw himself back into the art like a man escaping a burning building. No plan, no roadmap, just a camera and a hunger for something real. Oregon is his stomping ground: mountains that bleed into the sky, rivers that rage like drunk gods, and ghost towns crumbling under the weight of time. That’s where his lens points, not at the polished, the staged, or the safe, but at the raw nerve of the world.
Roberts walked away from photography once, swallowed by the static of daily life, but he came back swinging. The camera became his weapon and salvation, a way to wrestle order from chaos and bring back proof that the wild is still out there kicking. Every shot is a field report: lightning storms stitched over the Three Sisters, deer skulls strung up in hunting camps, forests whispering secrets in the dark.
Through Nerdy Viking Photography, Roberts keeps driving down back roads, chasing storms, and crawling into the forgotten corners of the Pacific Northwest. His work is part survival note, part love letter, part battle cry. A reminder that beauty isn’t gentle, it’s feral, and you have to step off the map to find it.
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Mushroom Fun Facts
Camera info: Nikon D3100 55.0-300.0 mm f/4.5-5.6 270mm (405mm), f/5.6, 1/80s, ISO 800 Figure I’d share this little bit of info. Because I had no idea about these mushrooms. Galerina marginata, commonly known as the funeral bell, deadly skullcap, autumn skullcapor deadly galerina, is a small, wood-rotting mushroom that is highly toxic. Below are some key facts about… Read more
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52 Photo Challenge: Week 46
There’s something about stepping into the wilderness that soothes the soul. My recent hiking trip was one of those unforgettable experiences, where every turn revealed something new, yet the peaceful serenity of the area made it feel timeless. The trail led me into an environment alive with activity but still tranquil in its own right.… Read more
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The Allure of Fall and Winter Hiking Adventures
While spring and summer lure many hikers with their sunny skies and vibrant greenery, there’s something uniquely magical about trekking through nature in the cooler seasons. Fall’s fiery foliage paints the trails in rich hues of orange and gold, while winter offers serene, snow-dusted landscapes that feel like stepping into another world. Cooler temperatures mean… Read more
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52 Photo Challenge: Week 45
While hiking, it’s often the big moments the sweeping landscapes or majestic wildlife that capture our attention. But this photo reminds me of the quiet beauty in the smaller, easily overlooked details of the natural world. Here, perched on a delicate branch, is what I believe to be a Black-Eyed Junco. These little songbirds have… Read more
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The Story of Time: A Tree’s Legacy in Black and White
There’s something profound about the rings of a tree. They tell a silent story, etched in nature’s language, capturing years of growth, seasons of abundance, and times of challenge. This photo, shot in black and white, brings that story into sharp focus, stripping away distraction to reveal the intricate details of time itself. The monochrome… Read more
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