Connor McCracken is a photographer, storyteller, and community builder whose work explores the connections between people and place. Having grown up in Vancouver, Connor has spent much of his life in and around Átl’ḵa7tsem / Howe Sound, where the dramatic landscapes of sea and mountain first sparked his passion for capturing the natural world through a camera lens.

His career in video production and photography has taken him across continents, primarily in the tourism industry, where he has documented everything from Tanzania’s Serengeti to the remote islands of the Philippines. Alongside his professional work, Connor has contributed to non-profit and charitable initiatives, particularly in the areas of mental health, helping organizations share stories that inspire conversation, connection, and care.

Connor’s creative practice is rooted in personal adventure. Though he may not appear in the photographs of this book, he has paddled the length of the Sea to Sky Marine Trail, hiked the Howe Sound Crest Trail, and cycled the winding highway that binds coastal waters to alpine peaks. These experiences, paired with years of research into the ecology, history, and cultures of Howe Sound, shaped the vision for this book. His photographs are not just images of place but invitations to pause, reflect, and consider our responsibilities as stewards of these fragile environments.

Átl’ḵa7tsem / Howe Sound: From Sea to Sky is Connor’s second book, following his 2016 photo project Project Pilgrim. More than a photographic record, it represents his belief that art and storytelling can inspire tangible action. A portion of every copy sold supports local organizations working to protect the Sound’s ecosystems, trails, and communities, ensuring that future generations can experience its wonders.

Connor lives in Vancouver, where, at the time of writing, he is undertaking graduate studies in business at SFU’s Beedie School of Business while pursuing creative projects that continue to blend design, storytelling, and conservation. When he’s not working behind a camera or computer, he can most often be found on the water, on a trail, or building connections that bring people closer to place and to each other.