The original artwork found on this page is by John Svenson, who has lived and painted in Southeast Alaska for more than two decades.  As a climber and one of the original Mountain Trip guides, Svenson is known for his unique translation of the mountain image through watercolor. He is also making some wild glassworks including his famous 7 Summits Beads, which contain rock fragments from one of the highest peaks on each continent. These beads are true works of art.

"In an artistic sense, painting and climbing have many similarities - the primary difference being that a miscalculation in the mountains could result in one's death.  In both fields the application of knowledge and skill is focused to achieve a precise and successful end."

   Having viewed his climbing adventures as data collecting processes, John has found that these excursions are essential to the development of his artistic expression. Mountain Trip is honored to feature the artwork of such a great artist, climber and friend.