Content with Soul.
MONTROSE, COLORADO
I’m Markus Van Meter—a photographer, storyteller, and creative director capturing the evolving spirit of the American West. Whether on assignment or exploring dusty trails, I create visuals that connect brand, subject, and soul.
Visual Campaigns
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![Person leaning against a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon at Last Dollar Ranch entrance, with snow-capped mountains in the background.]()
Brand Portraits & Editorial
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![Person kayaking in rough waters wearing a helmet and sunglasses.]()
Adventure & Tourism
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![Person in cowboy hat offering a drink at a rustic bar]()
Food Drink & Hospitality
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![A person wearing a light-colored poncho and a hat walking down a sunlit brick sidewalk beside a street lined with buildings.]()
Travel & Culture
Featured Commission
Brand Story: Jeep Ouray
Jeep Ouray wanted to showcase the high country experience—alpine lakes, rugged climbs, waterfalls, and all. I delivered a visual narrative that felt native to the land, not just promotional. Shot across multiple days and conditions, this set tells the story of access, freedom, and the new frontier of exploration.
The Western Lensman Magazine.
Some stories want to be told. Others want to be framed.
Discover my fine art imprint, The Western Lensman.
