Elias Carlson is a professional photographer, graphic designer, father, and general outdoors enthusiast based in Priest River, Idaho.
A Step-by-Step DIY Guide to Building Your Own Backyard Hot Tub
Materials, tools, and clear and complete instructions on building your own off-grid wood fired hot tub for around $2,000
How to Build a DIY Wood Fired Hot Tub for Around $2,000
The dreamy soaking tub came together on the cheap thanks to reclaimed wood and some serious sweat equity
North Idaho's Worst Kept Secret Needs to Be on Your To-Hike List
Trip tips, gear essentials, and 10 do's & don'ts for backpacking in Idaho's legendary Selkirk Mountains
Striking Landscapes as Seen From Montana's Most Scenic Road
Three days along Glacier National Park's alpine masterpiece, captured on black-and-white film
How to Lasso a Lightning Bolt in Oregon
In search of illusive sea-run rainbow trout in the dark and damp heart of the Pacific Northwest
Photo Essay: Spring Fever From Northern Idaho
A collection of 35mm film photos to excite and inspire about the season soon to come
Backcountry Camping in Washington's Iconic Alpine Lakes Wilderness
Exploring The Enchantments with friends and fly rod in tow, documented on 35mm film
20 Film Photos Capture the Carefree Spirit of Summer in Idaho
A low key weekend getaway, artfully captured on B&W medium format film
