The Lay of the Land

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About The Lay of the Land

A Self-Taught Photographer’s Journey to Find Faith, Love, and Happiness

The Lay of the Land is a visually stunning and spiritually uplifting memoir from Instagram sensation Joe Greer, combining more than 100 breathtaking landscape photographs—half fan favorites and half never-before-seen—with thoughtful essays reflecting on life, faith, and creativity.

Raised in Florida by an aunt and uncle after his mother’s early death, Greer faced personal challenges that would shape his journey. A family secret revealed years later led him to Spokane’s Moody Bible Institute, where he discovered photography and Instagram, capturing the wild beauty of the Pacific Northwest. His images quickly amassed a following of over three-quarters of a million fans, drawn to the reverence and artistry in his work.

In this moving collection, Greer reflects on his early trauma, the lessons photography has taught him, and the ways his art deepened his faith, creativity, and love—including meeting his wife, Madison. From landscapes to portraiture and street scenes, The Lay of the Land is a love letter to nature, to purpose, and to the power of making the moment yours—a meditation on life, art, and finding your light.