Bryan Schaeffer was born in Bozeman during the Bicentennial. His father, a forest ranger on the Gallatin, and his mother, an English teacher who nurtured his love of storytelling, shaped his deep appreciation for both the outdoors and creative expression. That upbringing set the course for a life spent exploring Montana’s wild places and documenting them through art. Follow Bryan’s weekly project updates on Instagram at @bryanschaeffer and find release news, essays, and Montana-inspired art on Substack.