Rusty Yates is a nationally recognized photographer whose passion for exploring the natural world is the source of much of his inspiration. A former featured artist in Texas Highways and Texas Parks and Wildlife Magazines, he has been the recipient of National ADDY and International Magazine Association awards. His work is held in private collections throughout the United States and has appeared in numerous publications, exhibits, and galleries. He was the lead photographer for the highly acclaimed book. “Seasons at Selah.”
Since childhood Rusty has been an avid explorer of the natural environment, which is the source of much of his inspiration. His interest in photography began while managing a working cattle ranch in East Texas and the need for informational and promotional images of the herd. He soon became passionate about making art through the photographic process and has traveled the world in its pursuit.
Rusty and his wife Ellen reside in the Texas Hill Country and often collaborate on a variety of endeavors. In addition to art, they have a sincere commitment to land stewardship and open space preservation. Rusty is currently the Chairman and President of Bamberger Ranch Preserve, an internationally acclaimed 501C-3 foundation whose mission is land conservation and public educational outreach.
Partial CV:
BA University of Texas, 1974
MBA University of Texas, 1977
1978 – 1992 – Manager of Angelina Farms, a cattle and timber operation in East Texas 1992 – Present – Owner and manager of several private equity investment entities.
2007 – present – Board of Directors Bamberger Ranch Preserve
2017 – present – Chairman and President Bamberger Ranch Preserve
Married to Ellen Ashmun Yates, 5 children, 5 grandchildren