Justin Kase Conder

International Photography Manager

Justin's insatiable curiosity and love of people inspire every aspect of his photography. Over the past 18 years, his work as a photographer has taken him to every U.S. state and 39 countries around the world. A native of California, he has worked as a photographer for USA Today and The Associated Press. Justin has photographed and led service and adventure programs all around the world for Rustic Pathways. He also coordinates the hiring and training of all of our summer Photographer Guides.

Latest

Australia Student Travel Camps

Capture | Australia Photo Tour Highlights

May 23, 2024 · 3 min read

"Doing Australia photography tours, every day was a little bit different as we volunteered and explored behind the scenes at Steve Irwin's famous Australia Zoo. Here, students were scrubbing a friendly tortoise that was over 80 years old as he chewed on a blade of grass."…

Traveler preparing a motorbike for a journey through Vietnam’s scenic countryside.

Capture | Southeast Asia Photo Tour Highlights

May 22, 2024 · 3 min read

Check out the photos from Dustin Huffman's photo tour in Southeast Asia. Experience rock climbing in Thailand, surfing in Indonesia, exploring Laos, and trekking in Nepal.

Capture | Morocco Photo Tour Highlights

May 22, 2024 · 5 min read

I'd like to introduce you to Lauren Dahlhauser, a talented photographer that helped guide students through Moroccan cities and deserts throughout our 2015 summer season and captured its magic and mysterious beauty along the way: Hello, I'm Lauren! I'm a lot of things, but above all, I'm an adventurer, a risk taker, an inspiration seeker, a…

Capture | Tanzania Photo Tour Highlights

May 22, 2024 · 3 min read

Being a photo editor has its perks. Reviewing photos every day allows me to travel and see the world without having to pack a bag or find my passport. One minute, I could be in Costa Rica, zip lining through the jungle, and with a few clicks on the trackpad I can travel thousands of miles…

Capture | Myanmar Photo Tour Highlights

May 22, 2024 · 4 min read

Although I have photographed all over the world, Myanmar continues to be a place of mystery, warmth, and beauty to me. The country and its people offer a unique view of the world—as if they've gone back in time. Continue reading to see the photos that illustrate my wonderment of this beautiful country.

Capture | Costa Rica Surf Photo Tour Highlights

May 22, 2024 · 2 min read

The role of Photographer Guide allows one to take a step beyond observing your subject, but experience and connect in the moment. Creating an image, freezing the moment in time, and allowing this moment to be shared is what photography is all about. The images below are from Louis Bryant, Spanish Immersion and Service Photographer…

Capture | Fiji Photo Tour Highlights

May 22, 2023 · 6 min read

On February 20th, the islands of Fiji were hit by the worst storm to ever strike the southern hemisphere. The devastating Cyclone Winston killed at least 42 people and left tens of thousands without homes. Rustic Pathways has worked in Fiji for over 20 years; our community partners in both the highlands and islands are members of…

Best Places to Travel in 2017

December 30, 2016 · 4 min read

As 2016 draws to a close, here's a list to inspire your next adventure. We chose these destinations with the idea that unique experiences will always beat run-of-the-mill vacations. To me, the best way to travel is to step outside of your comfort zone and explore. So while you won't find any all-inclusive resorts on…