Barbara Jividen is an internationally-published photographer and award-winning author. Her book, “Mom—In the Dictionary Between Laughter and Noise,” has been named among the best in family-friendly media in more than 55 countries by the prestigious Mom’s Choice Awards® as a Gold Seal Recipient.
Her images have appeared magazines in six languages for National Geographic Kids; and her stock photography has been published by National Geographic Books, National Wildlife Federation, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Skywest Magazine, Reiman Publications, Adventure Publications, and many more.
Barbara, along with her husband and professional photographer Jerry Jividen, produce photos for many of their own book projects, in addition to supplying images for other writers and publishers. From her exceptional wildlife and nature photography to her style in photographing people, Barbara’s flair for creativity shows through. She also creates exceptional hybrid photo illustrations that have been recognized as a unique style trademark in her work as a children’s author and illustrator.