James Gritz has been making images for more than five decades around the globe. Numerous books and magazines have published his travel, wildlife, nature, and street photography. Exhibitions in Mexico and the United States have showcased his work. James leads photo workshops. He is the author of "Pith Instructions from my Teachers" the story of his journey into the heart of Tibetan Buddhism, published in 2023. He co-directed and filmed the documentary "Never Give Up."