TITLE: Breath of Life

Members of the T46 Bigg’s transient killer whale matriline travel together through the Salish Sea, Washington State, USA. Descended from the matriarch “Wake,” one of the most prolific lineages in the region, their movement reflects the continuity of a family shaped by generations of shared knowledge and connection.

AUTHOR: SummerLee Blankenship (United States)

My name is SummerLee Blankenship, and I am a Native American photographer based in the Pacific Northwest. My work, Prayer Moments Photography, is rooted in capturing fleeting moments in nature that feel both seen and felt, guided by a deep sense of connection, presence, and respect for the natural world.