Dave Shaffer is a wildlife photographer residing in Wi. U.S.A . Daves passion for being in unspoiled nature has driven him to spend countless hours in the forests of the North America . Though he loves all photographing all of nature, he finds bears to be is absolute favorite species. Capturing the soul of these wonderful creatures in photos has been his personal goal . To show others the softer and most realistic side bears has driven him to take many unique and candid images . His style and attention to details have resulted in many images being published and sold internationally. Through his images he hopes to bring an understanding and awareness that coexistence, respect and an understanding for nature and all species paramount to own survival .