Author Talk: “Acts of Faith” with Art Wolfe
Dec. 11, 2026
6:30–8:30 p.m.
18428 Campus Way NE, Bothell WA 98011
Explore the beauty, diversity, and humanity of spiritual life around the world.
Gather with the UW community at Mobius Hall for a special author talk with acclaimed photographer, Art Wolfe, ’75, who will share the stories behind the visuals in his latest book, “Acts of Faith: The Beauty of Belief.” Collected over 40 years of international travel, “Acts of Faith” presents a stunning portrait of global rituals, festivals, and other faith-based traditions.
- Optional book signing is scheduled to begin around 8 p.m.
- Attendees may present any Art Wolfe book for signing, new purchases or well-loved copies alike.
- Copies of “Acts of Faith” will be available for purchase.
Admission
Admission to this author talk is FREE. Advance registration is required.
UWAA events and programs are open to everyone regardless of race, sex or other identity.
Know Before You Go
- Mobius Hall is located on the shared campus of Cascadia College & UW Bothell in Bothell, WA.
- Registration includes first-come, first-serve lecture seating.
- Book signing available after the lecture.
- Registrants may sign up five guests.
Featured Speaker
Art Wolfe, ’75
With a photography career spanning five decades, Art Wolfe, ’75, has worked on every continent, in hundreds of locations, and on a dazzling array of projects. He graduated from the University of Washington with bachelor’s degrees in fine art and art education, studying under renowned professors including Jacob Lawrence.
Through a multi-faceted photographic mission that blends artistic and journalistic styles, Wolfe educates the viewer while documenting his subjects, a style shaped by his formal training in the arts and his deep love of the environment. Brimming with humor and anecdotes, his presentations deliver both an environmental message and the promise that following dreams with determination will lead to a life well lived.
Wolfe has released over 125 books. He has earned numerous honors, including University of Washington’s Alumnus Summa Laude Dignatus Award, The Mountaineers Adventure with Purpose Award, Nature’s Best Photographer of the Year Award, the North American Nature Photography Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award, and the Photographic Society of America’s Progress Medal.
About the Book
“Acts of Faith: The Beauty of Belief”
In “Acts of Faith: The Beauty of Belief,” acclaimed photographer Art Wolfe, ’75, presents a stunning portrait of global rituals, festivals, and other faith-based traditions. Collected over 40 years of international travels, the images are full of energy and movement — swirling dervishes in Türkiye, monks in Bhutan, millions of pilgrims amassed on the banks of the Ganges — revealing profound insights into the human experience and myriad expressions of spirituality. Art’s photographs are accompanied by illuminating commentary from mountaineer and journalist Art Davidson. “Acts of Faith” also boasts a foreword by revered travel writer Pico Iyer.
“Acts of Faith: The Beauty of Belief” will be available for sale with Art Wolfe’s team after the lecture. Suggested retail price: $95.00
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