DRIFTLESS IN TIME: A Photographic journey of the land and the artist perspective
A book that Captures the Driftless--for Generations
Be a part of a legacy--help make this important cultural artifact part of your world!
The ancient, naturally sculpted landscape of the Driftless Region has long inspired both the art and science of photography. Building on its acclaimed work, Decoding the Driftless, Sustainable Driftless, Inc. is proud to announce a new curated print project: Driftless in Time — Capturing the Moment
This thoughtfully assembled volume brings together regional photographers and writers to explore, through image and word, the fragility, resilience, perspective, and singular beauty of the place we call the Driftless—and home.
To accomplish this legacy edition, we need FRIENDS and FAMILIES, BUSINESS & LEGACY SUPPORTERS to help make this gorgeous volume a reality:
FRIENDS: $100 --Includes one copy of Driftless in Time: Capturing the Moment", on e individual name listed in the book, a one year Sustainable Driftless memberhsip, and an invitiation to the book signing launch party.
FAMILY: $250 includes two copies of "Driftless in Time: Capturing the Moment"--one to keep, one to give, your family name listed in the book, a family membership for one year, and an invitation tot he signing launch party. For example: The Smith Family, or The Smiths: Todd, Jenna, and Frank.
BUSINESS & LEGACY SUPPORTER
(These levels include website acknolwedgement and logos featured on the fall issue of SustainableDriftlessMag!)
Community Supporter: $500--Name listed, 2 books, Membership, and Invite to the Signing Party.
Regional Supporter: $1000--Name listed, 3 books, membership, and invite to the signing party.
Heritage Supporter: $2,000--Name listed, 5 books, memberhsip, and invite to the signing party.
Legacy Supporter: $5,000--Name llisted, 8 books, membership, and invite to the signing party.
Driftless Circle: $7,500--Name listed, 10 books, memberhsip, and invite to the signing party.
Founding/Presenting Supporter: $10,000--Premier recognition, 15 books, and invite to the signing party.
Yes, we have deadlines that will help us achieve our goals. First off, we aim to confirm all BUSINESS & LEGACY SUPPORTERS, along with FAMILY & FRIENDS by AUGUST 1, 2026--so those important names can be part of the book.
This is more than a purchase—it’s a way to be part of the story.
PROECT DETAILS--Frankly, it is up to you to help make this happen. We have the talent assembled to create this book--contributors, editors, photographers, thoughtful essayists...
We are planning on:
- Limited run: ~2,500 copies
- Fall launch event (La Crosse space to be announced)
- All Funds are designated exclusively for production
More than a book, Driftless in Time is both an exploration and a lasting keepsake. This larger format, limited-edition print publication will debut in 2026, furthering SDI’s mission of education and engagement across ages and audiences through storytelling, art, and shared appreciation of place.
Contact Julia Henley, Project Coordinator, Editor, & VP for Sustainable Driftless, Inc. Julia can be reached at: Julia@WoodshireStudio.com, or via text to 608-792-9994.
Help us make history and capture these stunning moments in time! Click on the CONTRIBUTE button or PHOTO BOOK button and drop down to Photo Book. It will take you to a sign-up sheet so we will have your name and contact information for publication, and an easy way to make this project a reality!
Get involved to make this happen!
This is a limited-edition coffee table book of collaboration, insight communicating through the art of photography and writing, that captures the moments and the perspectives in time of the Driftless Region.
Preprint deadline for being in the book is August 1st! FRIENDS, FAMILIIES, and BUSINESS & LEGACY SUPPORTERS are invited to be a part of the regional legacy project!
Historical Record in Time
BUSINESS & LEGACY SUPPORTERS, FRIENDS, & FAMILIES will play a crucial role in creating this large volume "coffee table" book filled with written and photographic perspectives that will inspire and connect the reader to the Driftless.
It will serve as both a gift to the Driftless Region and a historical and cultural record for generations to come.
Each sponsorship level will receive copies of the "Driftless in Time: A Photographers Journey". It will be the first in a series of large format coffee table books about our region. Our goal is to share the story of the Driftless, and by doing so, increase the respect needed for a sustainable future of this fragile and resilient, environment.
Your gift will be noted in the book itself, highlighting you and your business' foresight, commitment to sustainable and community minded efforts, as well as your generosity.
Our thanks to all will be in the book, on this website, in our digital magazine, and via social media.
Hello!
Consider this my personal invitation to share in a project I believe aligns strongly with your work, appreciation, and presence in the region. You are here, on this page, precisely because you care. I do too, and that is why we are producing "Driftless in Time: Capturing the Moment"--a premium, limited-edition coffee table book documenting the Driftless Region through photography and narrative.
I believe this project offers a unique opportunity to be associated with a lasting, high-quality regional publication.
Reach out to me directly to talk more about your role in making this happen.
I look forward to speaking with you soon! Or, just click on the button for becoming a SPONSOR or FOUNDING FRIEND of this project.--Julia
Funds you contribute are specifically designated for the production of the book!
We also appreciate receiving your check: Mail to: Sustainable Driftless, Inc. PO Box 1231, La Crosse, WI 54602
Make sure you have your name that you want in the book attached to your check!
Thank you for joining us in making this project happen!
Julia Henley, VP Sustainable Driftless, Editor, Driftless In Time
Please contact Julia Henley, Editor, for more information, or to discuss how you can help make this happen!
Julia@WoodshireStudio.com or call or text at 608.792.9994
Interested in wholesale purchases? Reach out to Julia!
Q&A
Will these books be reprinted someday? These are first run, limited editions.
Are you providing for some way to make the content available online? Yes, we are considering how best to accomplish this goal as well, but only after the first run is completed and distributed.
We think this is a great way to share this with educators throughout the US and Canada and their students, and we hope to have them available via an online source to turn them page by page and be immersed in the Driftless!
What is the deadline for contributing? We hope to have all SPONSORS identified and included, and FOUNDING FRIENDS pre orders and monies collected between now and June 30th.
How will I receive my book(s)? Ideally you will come to the signing party this fall--celebrate, chat, and get your books signed by your favorites! We will announce the date and time on SDI's Facebook, and via email to you! We may consider multiple launch locations regionally.
All funds received for this publication will be held and designated for the book only until we reach our GENERAL fundraising goal of $65,000--THEN WE WILL GO TO PRINT! We will schedule our launch and signing party when the books arrive! We hope you will be joining us--expect a delightful way to meet and enjoy the success of this legacy project together!
Upcoming Events
What is the timeline? With your help, we can...
Go to print in August
Pick up books in late October at the signing party...
Find these books at bookstores, libraries, and gift shops throughout the region!
