hey, my name is Lanny!
Lanny Yan is an outdoor guide, photographer, and avid outdoorsman based in North Vancouver, British Columbia. He works across the Fraser Valley and Sea to Sky Corridor.
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Originally from Calgary, Alberta, Lanny is currently studying Outdoor Recreation Management (OREC) at Capilano University, pursuing a career in outdoor guiding and adventure photography within the adventure tourism industry.
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He is passionate about mountain culture and the outdoor community, with a focus on developing practical skills in guiding, risk management, leadership, and program development. His goal is to help create safe, engaging, and memorable experiences in wild and natural environments.
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Lanny is dedicated to growing as both a professional and adventurer—building expertise, practicing sustainable outdoor ethics, and contributing to Western Canada’s amazing mountain culture.
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Though his work began in food and restaurant photography, Lanny's true passion is storytelling, hoping to share his vision within the mountain community with his work and outdoor stewardship.​
Values
Tell a Story
A beautiful shot can seem shallow without a story to tell. A narrative infuses depth, meaning, and a lasting impact, creating a compelling and memorable experience for the viewer.
Capture Intimacy
Intimacy is everything in my work; vulnerable moments that reveal a different type of beauty in the seemingly ordinary. Embracing the simple things transforms life into a more beautiful experience.
Create with Passion
Never let the spark die. Passion isn't just a driving force behind what we do—it's the magic that transforms something simple into a meaningful creation; a simple click into a visual masterpiece.