Willard Sharp Photography & Storm Chasing

Willard Sharp Photography & Storm Chasing Award winning extreme weather & night skies photographer based out of Madrid, IA. I love being outside, enjoying nature and all of its beauty.

I'm passionate about capturing the beauty of storms, the Milky Way, auroras, landscapes, and more. I’m a storm chaser, landscape, weather, and night skies photographer based out of Madrid, Iowa. This page will showcase my best work as well as how to articles on weather and night skies photography. Prints are available at http://willardsharpphotography.com/online-store/.

Went out into the storm this evening with the hope to capture lightning either over the downtown Des Moines skyline or w...
09/09/2026

Went out into the storm this evening with the hope to capture lightning either over the downtown Des Moines skyline or with the capitol building. I got the lightning capitol shot so I'm pleased. Bolt Hunter for the win again.

09/08/2026

Got some serious weather moving through the Des Moines Metro area this Tuesday. I am at the parking garage safe from the lightning, but also trying to capture some lightning bolts.

Inflation has raised the prices of to many things, but it costs $0 to support a photographer from Iowa. Stormy and nig...
09/07/2026

Inflation has raised the prices of to many things, but it costs $0 to support a photographer from Iowa.

Stormy and night skies are my thing.

Yesterday, I ventured out on an impromptu storm chase, looking for lightning bolts. Summertime storms often are prolific...
09/07/2026

Yesterday, I ventured out on an impromptu storm chase, looking for lightning bolts. Summertime storms often are prolific lightning producers in the first part of their lifecycle, and these storms yesterday didn't disappoint. Hearing constant thunder for nearly an hour was what my soul needed.

I fought heat, humidity, bugs, and clouds creeping in but I had a very successful Milky Way photography outing last nigh...
09/05/2026

I fought heat, humidity, bugs, and clouds creeping in but I had a very successful Milky Way photography outing last night. As always its great to spend time under the stars.

Loaded up and ready for another night skies adventure! Stay tuned for where I’m heading to tonight.
09/04/2026

Loaded up and ready for another night skies adventure! Stay tuned for where I’m heading to tonight.

Among the many Milky Way photos that adorn my walls, this breathtaking shot featuring Devils Tower stands out as a beaco...
09/01/2026

Among the many Milky Way photos that adorn my walls, this breathtaking shot featuring Devils Tower stands out as a beacon of inspiration, reminding me that even in the darkest of nights, beauty and wonder await discovery.

I've been reflecting on this chase season and the direction my photography is going and I'm quite happy where I'm at. Su...
09/01/2026

I've been reflecting on this chase season and the direction my photography is going and I'm quite happy where I'm at. Sure I would have liked to get out more this year. I think that every year. But I am very fortunate to get out and seek out the wonders of nature without any pressure or expectations. I don't need to see every cloud or feel the need to stream endlessly either to make a living or for a dopamine hit. Selling prints is my side hustle and I'm appreciative of all the support I have from my fans. I'm only a few short years from retirement and then my new full time job will be photography and chasing. But on my terms.

This year I focused on the photography and as I already knew that is where I need to be when I chase. I did stream to my YT channel a few chases. What I learned from that is streaming is a distraction for me. And going forward I will no longer stream. I have some ideas on what my YT channel will become so keep an eye out for that.

As we head into fall depending on how my back surgery goes I'm going to hit the vendor and craft show circuit to sell prints and art. I'm also working on storm chasing and photography presentations for local organizations and I'm going to be making some announcements about that soon. Until then I thank you for supporting this crazy passion of mine. More excellent photos are on the way!

The lunar eclipse as I followed it over the Roseman Covered Bridge in Madison County. The individual shots where taken w...
08/30/2026

The lunar eclipse as I followed it over the Roseman Covered Bridge in Madison County. The individual shots where taken with my 600mm lens and I composited them along the general path the moon would take. When the eclipse was at its peak it was directly over the bridge.

I know some don't like composite photos and thats ok. Art can be done in many ways each according to the artists tastes. The way this turned out was beyond my expectations.

Its costs $0 to support a photographer from Iowa. I love all things that are amazing skies.
08/30/2026

Its costs $0 to support a photographer from Iowa. I love all things that are amazing skies.

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