Paul Zaretsky
Naturalist, Environmentalist, Photographer

This fall, Paul celebrates 15 years of images. He is motivated by the current threats to our environment, and hopes others will be inspired by his photographs and gain a better appreciation for the natural places that remain. His fine art Fuji Crystal Archive and giclee digital prints are of the highest quality. His work highlights many of his favorite shooting destinations: the rainforest of Belize, the Aspens of the Eastern Sierra, remote areas of the Pacific Crest Trail, our local Monterey Bay coastline, the colorful southwest desert, and his home turf of Massachusetts.

Paul was first introduced to conservation work by his mother, Gerie Zaretsky, whose dedication to the environment changed their hometown of Seekonk, Mass. for the better. From establishing one of the first recycling programs in the country to leading beautification and conservation projects, the fruits of her labor can be seen on almost every street in Seekonk.

Paul continues in her spirit by working with many environmental organizations including the Elkhorn Slough Foundation, Land Trust of Santa Cruz County,The Nature Conservancy, Pacific Crest Trail Association, Sierra Club, Ventana Wilderness Society, Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County, and Environmental Grantmakers Association, to name a few. He also takes the time to volunteer as a docent at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve in Moss Landing. His photos are used in their publications and websites to educate, raise money and promote their work. He also donates to many local schools whose dwindling art and music programs need help.

Paul's photos can be seen in many local businesses, websites, newspapers and publications including 2008 Sierra Club Calendar & 2008 Santa Cruz Calendar.

For updates about Paul and his work visit his blog The Nature of Things at http://paulzaretsky.wordpress.com

Some past publications:

	Paul's photograph of Horsetail Fall in Yosemite was awarded Highly Honored in the Landscapes category of Nature's Best International Photography Competition. To see other winners, check out the FALL 2004 issue of Nature's Best Magazine. This photo can be found in the California Gallery.
	Paul's photograph of Gypsum Dunes, White Sands National Monument can bee seen in the 2005 Sierra Club Engagement Calendar. This photo of a shadow in the shape of a heart can be appropriately found during the week that includes valentines day - February 14. This photo can be found in the Southwest Gallery.
	Bay Nature Magazine Eye to Eye With Otters: Elkhorn Slough by Kayak Paul's photos accompany an article writen by his wife Lisa. View the entire article here: http://www.baynature.com/2003julysept/elkhorn_2003julysept.html

In 2007 look for Paul's photos at the following locations:

York Gallery, Santa Cruz
Mountain Art Guild Show
Capitola Art and Wine Festival
Santa Cruz County Open Studios
Aptos Burger Company
For more information see Exhibits.