Photo by Angela Payne
Tara Kerzhner
Photographer, Director, Editor
Tara Kerzhner is an award-winning photographer, director, cinematographer, and accomplished rock climber. With two decades of experience in adventure sports and rock climbing, Tara has established herself as one of climbing's most sought-after visual storytellers.
Today, Tara's work spans multiple mediums, including high-angle adventure, editorial and commercial photography/ filmmaking. In addition to her ongoing contributions to National Geographic, Tara continues to push creative boundaries and pursue meaningful work through personal projects that uplift Tribal Nations and communities.
Awards —
2023 NMLFF — Best All Female Production for ‘Love’
Photo by Keith Ladzinski
Press —
National Geographic - Native American Heritage Month Web Feature
Nikon - Z Sytem Review Web Feature
Smug Mug - This Lens Campaign Web Feature and Video
LowePro - LoProfessionals Photos and Video Feature
Eddie Bauer - Triage Creative Photo Feature and Video
Adorama - Adventure Photography Webinar Web Feature
Client List —
Nikon / National Geographic / Public Lands / Wolverine Boots / Eddie Bauer / Amazon Prime / Idaho Tourism / Ruffwear / Patagonia / Black Diamond / The North Face / La Sportiva / LowePro / Yeti / National Geographic Adventure / Arc’teryx / Merrell / HBO Max / Climbtech