About Walter

"My mission is to create cinematic films that inspire people to slow down, explore wild places, and appreciate the beauty of the natural world." - Walt

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Walter Mather is a Director of Photography, filmmaker, and photographer based in Eagle, Colorado. With more than 20 years of professional experience behind the camera, he has built a career creating cinematic imagery for some of the world's leading television networks, including National Geographic, Netflix, Paramount Network, History Channel, and Discovery.While his career has taken him across the globe filming adventure and documentary television, Walter's greatest passion lies in the natural world. From remote mountain landscapes and dramatic weather to intimate wildlife encounters, he is driven by a lifelong pursuit of capturing nature with the same cinematic quality found in the world's best documentaries.Walter's journey began alongside legendary wildlife photographer Tom Mangelsen, where he developed a deep appreciation for patience, light, composition, and the art of telling stories through images. Those early experiences continue to influence his work today.As both a cinematographer and FAA Part 107 certified drone pilot, Walter combines technical expertise with an artistic approach to every project. Whether operating an ARRI Alexa on a national television production, flying a drone over remote wilderness, filming high-speed wildlife behavior, or creating motion-control timelapse sequences, his focus remains the same: crafting compelling visual stories that connect audiences with the beauty of the natural world.In addition to commercial and television work, Walter is building an extensive library of premium wildlife, nature, aerial, and timelapse footage available for licensing worldwide. His work is trusted by producers, agencies, and brands seeking authentic, cinematic imagery.When he isn't working on television productions, you'll likely find him hiking before sunrise, waiting patiently for wildlife, or chasing the perfect light across the mountains of Colorado. For Walter, the camera has always been more than a tool—it's a way to inspire curiosity, encourage conservation, and share the extraordinary beauty of wild places.Whether filming for a global television series, producing cinematic stock footage, or partnering with brands that value authentic visual storytelling, Walter brings professionalism, creativity, and decades of experience to every frame.