David Winegar - Photographic Art
About my business
I am an award-winning photographer based in Park City, Utah doing business as Park City Photography LLC. since 2000 and offer the following products.
Photographic art, Acrylic Silver Prints, Metal Art, Canvas Wraps & loose prints in a variety of media.
I do in-home consultations and offer a personal approach to decorating your home or office.
I offer personal photography classes, mentoring, teaching, and local Photo Safaris.
From Storefront to Direct Sales in 2025
My art has been sold in Park City Interior Design and Furniture stores such as Oohs and Ahhs, Elevated Interiors, Right Angle Framing, and Right At Home. In 2025 I am selling directly to the public for a more personalized approach.
A legacy that lives on
A native of Utah, my passion for photography stems from my father’s love for the wilderness and his work as a professional photographer. Though he passed away when I was 12, the adventures he shared with me ignited a lifelong love for the wilderness and wildlife, shaping my photographic journey.
Locations that inspire me
Local: I love the local landscapes and wildlife of Summit and Wasatch Counties. I’ve spent countless hours photographing local animals like elk, mule deer, coyotes, great horned owls, and sandhill cranes, learning their rhythms through the seasons. In the High Uinta peaks where the air is thin, I photograph mountain goats, and along the Provo and Weber Rivers eagles and ospreys.
Desert: I’m also drawn to the vermillion cliffs and canyons of Utah’s Arches National Park, Moab, and the nearby La Sal Mountains. In the fall and spring, I explore the Tetons and Yellowstone, seeking wildlife such as moose, bears, owls, and the animals living in the “American "Serengeti."
Street: I love capturing life unscripted and am blessed to have walked the streets of Philadelphia, Prague, New York, London, Barcelona, Bordeaux, Prague, and Munich to name a few. Henri Cartier-Bresson is someone who has influenced my work and enjoyed an exhibit of his in Paris in 2023.
Influencers
I’ve long been inspired by the teachings of John Muir which deeply resonates with me. Guy Tal’s philosophy where images should be created to go beyond documentation to reflect creativity and mindfulness. David Muenchs “Near-Far” technique with his Arizona Highways Magazine covers left a lasting impression. I’ve admired Art Wolfe’s lens - craft, and I was honored to win his 2007 International Photography Contest in the Wildlife - Professional Division - with “Leap of Faith” a photograph of a Park City Red Fox exploding over McLeod Creek. Other photographers I have studied include Ansel Adams, Dorothea Lange, Nick Brandt, Sebastião Salgado, Frans Lanting, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Joel Sartore.
Imaginative Artistic Expression to Realism
When I encounter a special scene, I return multiple times to immerse myself in it, gradually learning more about the location and exploring different perspectives. I pay close attention to how the light changes throughout the day and even at night—such as with Lonely Bristlecone Pine. In works like Full Moon Rising Over McPolin Barn, I go beyond mere documentation, blending images and using techniques like "light painting" to bring scenes from my imagination to life.
I am drawn to the timeless allure of black-and-white photography, where light, shadow, composition, subject matter, and texture transcend reality and become the very essence of the art. At other times, I embrace a more realistic approach, striving for straight photography. Here, I focus on capturing the finest details of texture, sunlight, atmosphere, and natural color, all during those rare and fleeting moments when light and landscape align in perfect harmony.
Artistic Goals
I want my art to evoke an immediate emotional response—instilling wonder, joy, and a deeper sense of connection. I hope my personal story behind each piece adds meaning, enriching the viewer’s experience. As well, my goal is for the scene to tell its own story.
See Baby Osprey – Waiting for Mother, A Mother’s Love – Wild Mustang Mare and Foal, and Leap of Faith.
Low Volume - High Touch
I prefer working directly with clients to create custom, large art pieces that perfectly complement their living or workspaces. While I also offer smaller pieces and loose prints, everything is personally managed and inspected by me—never through an online ordering platform. I enjoy working with artistic materials like German Hahnemühle Rag and watercolor paper but also offer traditional finishes such as glossy, pearl, or matte. I choose to collaborate with local labs and framers rather than outsourcing to out-of-state fulfillment companies, ensuring that I can personally deliver your art to you.
I have art hanging in the homes of clients in the following communities
The Colony
Hideout
Ranch Place
Sun Peak
Silver Springs
Jeremy Ranch
Old Town
Prospector
Silver Creek
Tuhaye
Deer Valley
The Canyons
Midway
Kamas
Oakley
Professional Photographers of America (PPA)
Intermountain Professional Photographers Association (IPPA)
(current board member)
2015 Graduate of New York Institute of Photography - Film and Digital
Thank You for Visiting
David Winegar
Signing a limited edition Chromogenic Print (Silver Halide) fused in
Museum Acrylic -
Gibbons River Bison - Yellowstone N.P.
Ancient Bristlecone Pine
The gnarled, sculpted trees found in the heights of western U.S. mountains are among the oldest living organisms on Earth and are a favorite subject of mine. My most cherished Bristlecone has stood on a cliff overlooking Dead Horse Basin for over 1,000 years. I have photographed this tree no less than twelve times over three years, capturing its beauty in all seasons. In this particular scene, it is 3 A.M. on a cold January night, for a final "selfie," joining the vastness of both space and time. With no moon in the sky, a long exposure reveals the millions of stars that aren't visible to the naked eye.
Leap of Faith
The image above took First Place in "Wildlife" at the prestigious Art Wolfe International Photography Competition. After weeks of observation, I captured this Red Fox (Park City, Utah), exploding over McCleod Creek with two Uintah Ground Squirrels in her mouth. The creek was overflowing its banks during heavy spring runoff and the fox landed safely on the far shore.
Winter Dreams- Utah Wild Mustangs
Two white Mustangs stand like frozen statues in an eternal sleep, enduring a brutal winter in the badlands of Utah. Capturing this scene requires challenging photography in deep snow, as I navigate the vast West Desert of Utah in a four-wheel drive vehicle and snowshoe my way to the wild Mustangs.
For inquiries, please call or text David Winegar at 435-640-5123.
Full Moon Rising Over McPolin Barn
In the fall of 2020, Saturn was prominently visible in the southwest sky during its conjunction with Jupiter, coinciding with the rising of a full moon. The iconic "White Barn" is the most recognized landmark in Park City. This scene features rich dark tones and a striking moonrise, captured using two exposures with different lenses to create a composite image for an artistic expression. My goal was to evoke a sense of magical serenity and peacefulness.
For inquiries, please call or text David Winegar at 435-640-5123.
When The Leaves Are Gone - East Canyon Sunrise
It was late fall when I arrived at the saddle of East Canyon, where the breathtaking aspens were illuminated by the early morning light. The large stand of aspens on the north face showcased a stunning bronze pattern that resembled intricate lace. This image received a "Superior" rating in the Intermountain Professional Photographers Competition in 2022 and was one of four photographs that earned me the title of “Photographer of the Year” from the Intermountain Professional Photographers Association.
For inquiries, please call or text David Winegar at 435-640-5123.
