Eric Tilson

Over 27 years, Northeast Ohio photographer Eric Tilson has transformed a high school graduation gift—a Canon SLR—into a celebrated career capturing nature's ephemeral beauty. After earning degrees in Spanish from The Ohio State University and teaching high school for 19 years, Tilson discovered his true calling: photographing wildlife in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. His work has earned gallery exhibitions, publication features, and a 2024 Digital Photo Academy FinerWorks print award. Specializing in macro photography, landscapes, and nightscapes, Tilson now shares his expertise as a Digital Photo Academy instructor, helping photographers master technical skills and composition. Explore his portfolio at Digital Photo Academy.