Derek Nielsen Photography

Fine Art Nature and Wildlife Photography For Sale

Derek Nielsen is a world renowned conservation photographer with an eye for creating beautiful images. Collected across the globe, Derek's life calling is to help people fall in love with nature in order to protect it. Using a combination of powerful images and captivating storytelling, Derek Nielsen Photography inspires change, one photograph and one story at a time.

Visit The Gallery
  • image of The Watchman mountain in Zion National Park during sunset over a river with fall colors
  • image of a mallard duck flapping its wings with the sun behind it lighting up his feathers
  • image of twisted aspens in Telluride Colorado during fall color change
  • image of a large rainbow over Friday Harbor, Washington at sunrise
  • image of a deer in Telluride Colorado prancing in front of bright yellow aspen trees
  • Image of a big bull elephant inside of Tarangire National Park in Tanzania Africa
  • Zion National Park during blue hour
  • Photograph of a female leopard in the Serengeti National Park in the morning sun
  • Large male moose in Grand Teton National Park standing in the woods looking directly at the camera
  • image of Bryce Canyon at sunrise with a deep red glow across the landscape
  • image of a chimpanzee looking through the forest directly into the camera
  • Image of Oxbow Bend during sunrise with a canoe on the water during fall
  • image of a male lion looking directly into the camera in the wild
  • abstract photo of green leaves

Organizations We Support

The organizations around the world that we have connected with and share our support to.

What Derek Nielsen Photography Is Fighting

Amount of Earth's Land Impacted by Humans 0
Size of Marine Environment Impacted by Humans 0
Amount of earth's living species that are in danger of extinction 0
Percent of the world's population affected by climate change 0

Shaping The Future

Derek Nielsen Photography raises awareness about the global need for conservation through photography and donates up to 15% of all sales back to environmental organizations around the world.

Derek Nielsen Photography In Homes

Bring your love for the outdoors inside your home. Our masterfully crafted images of nature make a statement in any room. Ignite your passion for wild places every single day.
  • Large framed fine art print of Chicago at sunrise with ice on the ground displayed in the living room of a modern luxury home
  • image of a beautiful mountain scene in Telluride Colorado displayed in a modern home
  • Beautiful framed fine art print of two Spanish women walking down the narrow streets of Barcelona displayed in the waiting are of a luxury restaurant
  • Large unframed lumachrome acrylic print displayed in the living room of a rustic modern home
  • image of a humpback whale jumping under a full moon in Antarctica used in a luxury apartment interior design
  • Large framed fine art print of a mallard duck displayed in the bedroom of a hotel
  • Large unframed fine art print of a sunrise during fall colors displayed above a fireplace in a modern home

Latest News & Updates

Read more about conservation and tips on ordering the perfect print!

Events & Travel

Check out the most recent collection or meet up at a local event!

Upcoming Events:

Common Ground movie poster

Common Ground Screening

Wednesday, July 10th

6PM CDT

 

Recent Events & Travel:

57th Street Art Fair – oldest Juried Art Fair in the Midwest, showcasing up to 200 artists and their original works of art.

SXSW Climate Change Tracks

England 

Portugal

Spain

Greece

Telluride

Pacific Northwest

image of Derek Nielsen's photography booth at the Old Town Art Fair in Chicago

Insightful Photographer!

“Derek is an incredibly talented and insightful photographer! We enjoyed the entire experience with him in choosing the right art piece for our home. The artwork is so sharp in detail- it’s truly incredible to look at. We absolutely love the support his art brings to the Wildlife Conservation. He truly gives back to what nature gives to him.”

Coleen Cohn

Really Enjoyed His Presentation!

“Derek was able to give a very inciteful presentation to The Clare residents on his travels, photography and conservation efforts. He was a pleasure to work with and our group really enjoyed his presentation!”

The Clare

Images on a Whole Different Level

“I was fortunate enough to meet Derek on a trip to Antarctica in early 2020. Antarctica is a stunning place, but the images that Derek captured were on a whole different level. I am now the proud owner of one of his Antarctica images. Derek's professionalism and artistic talent stand on their own, but he has also created a purpose-centred business which gives back to the wild areas where he captures his magic images.”

Bronwyn Reid

Contribute to Help Preserve Wildlife

“I ordered an art print I fell in love with. Also I was able to contribute to help preserve wildlife with my purchase! The package came quickly and was packed with an amazing amount of care. It's even more beautiful than I'd hoped for. Will surely order again soon.”

Susan Hayunga

Seriously Amazing Work

“Seriously amazing work! The picture is amazing, the story behind Derek’s work and the thought that goes into each picture. It makes it that much more meaningful having his work hanging in our house, and such a great focal talking point! Absolutely recommend!”

Laurn Roberts

Art with Purpose

If you wish to purchase art with a purpose, you will be more than delightfully surprised by the heart, quality, or composition done by Derek. His work supports other organisations within the conservation space. Truly, gorgeous and meaningful work! Stay Wild!”

National Geographics Dr. Gabby Wild

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Contact Us

We might be traveling without access to wifi, but we will get back to you as soon as possible!

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+1-312-566-8564

derek@dereknielsen.com

1708 N Harding Ave, Chicago, IL 60647




    Derek with a penguin

    Hello! I'm Derek.

    DEREK NIELSEN PHOTOGRAPHY RAISES AWARENESS ABOUT THE GLOBAL NEED FOR CONSERVATION THROUGH PHOTOGRAPHY AND DONATES UP TO 15% OF ALL SALES BACK TO ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS AROUND THE WORLD.

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