RON & KATHY LINTON
Thru Our Eyes Photography | Linton Wildlife Photos

South Dakota wildlife photographers, Ron and Kathy Linton never dreamed they would be hiding behind blinds watching grouse dance, climb Harney Peak or listening for bugling elk. Ron also didn’t realize he would meet his future wife, a South Dakota native from Watertown, who had been raised with photography in her blood.

Ron’s love of photography moved with him from Las Vegas, Nevada to the Black Hills of South Dakota. Kathy, working in her family darkroom and helping her dad with his home-based photography business, always kept a camera close by for an unexpected shot.

Photography became a shared interest and eventually a passion turned a professional photography business known as “Thru Our Eyes Wildlife Photos”.

The core philosophy in their photography business is that everyone sees things from a unique perspective and their images reflect exactly that.  While they shoot all their images in digital format, post production enhancements is very minimal.

“We pride ourselves on being South Dakota wildlife photographers able to produce one-of-a-kind photos from unique moments in nature that only we have had the opportunity to not only witness, but capture on film,” says Ron Linton. The Lintons feel it’s important to share their wildlife images, as they have the privilege to witness nature and animals in a way that many people only dream of.

Ron and Kathy have had many images published over the years, including the South Dakota Magazine. They have actively participated in the Rapid City Chamber Directory and the Governor’s Conference on Tourism for many years. Their work may be seen in various giftshops throughout South Dakota.

Sharing the beauty of South Dakota through nature, wildlife and people is the purpose of Thru Our Eyes Photos, as Ron and Kathy Linton enjoy living in this beautiful state.