The Arctic has captivated the imaginations of generations of people who venture to its remote wilderness in search of glory, science, self reflection, and a myriad of other reasons. No matter the motivation, the landscape remains an enchanting and haunting character. It was through this lens that I set out to capture moments of the wild polar lands of Svalbard. In this scene, a guide from the expedition stands watch for any sign of Polar Bear activity while others explore the ice floes beneath us.