TerraQuest

For more than twelve years, our roots have been firmly planted in the craft of photojournalism. What began behind the lens—capturing fleeting moments of history, landscapes, and human struggle—has grown into a broader mission: to explore, to question, and to share the untold. TerraQuest Magazine is the evolution of that journey, bringing together voices, images, and research that shine a light on the overlooked corners of our world.

We focus on the frontier of human curiosity: science, discovery, expeditions, and history. Each story is a quest, whether it takes us into the ancient tombs of Egypt with our archaeology writer, through the bustling streets of London with our newest contributor, or into the wide-open plains and forgotten towns of North America. We seek out narratives that most people never hear—those hidden layers of culture, environment, and history that still shape the present.

Our team is united by passion: the passion to tell stories that matter. From unraveling the mysteries of civilizations long buried to tracing the heritage of places often overlooked, TerraQuest strives to make the unknown accessible. We believe storytelling is more than entertainment—it’s a way of preserving truth, inspiring discovery, and connecting people across time and geography.

At its core, TerraQuest is not just a magazine; it is an expedition in print. We go where others do not, asking questions others overlook, and bringing forward what we find for all to see. Through words, photography, and investigation, we aim to expand perspectives and keep the flame of curiosity alive. Our work is a continuation of a journalistic tradition—one that values depth over speed, accuracy over noise, and meaning over spectacle.

At TerraQuest Magazine, our commitment has always been to the truth. With over three decades of experience in photojournalism, we understand that accuracy is not optional—it’s the foundation of trust. Every article, every image, and every account we publish is rooted in verifiable fact. We do not chase embellishment or bend a story for the sake of drama. Instead, we let the reality of people, places, and history speak for itself. Our role is to capture it, document it, and deliver it with honesty and clarity.

We believe that the camera never lies—so long as the photographer is truthful. A photograph has the power to freeze a moment in time, but integrity decides how that moment is framed. At TerraQuest, we pair words with imagery to present stories as they are, not as we wish them to be. Our readers can trust that when we bring forward a discovery, an expedition, or a piece of history, they are seeing it through the same lens we did: unaltered, authentic, and unshaken by exaggeration. Truth is our compass, and it guides every frame and every line we publish.

TerraQuest Online Magazine was founded in September of 2025 by Hawk Buckman as the natural evolution of Trails West Magazine. The vision behind TerraQuest was to create a broader, more inclusive platform—one not limited to the trails of North America, but open to stories and discoveries from across the globe.

With over 30 years of experience as a photojournalist, Hawk has always been driven by the power of storytelling through imagery. From the moment he first picked up a camera at the age of twelve, it became both his tool and his companion—a way to experience the world from a different perspective. His cameras have carried him into countless places and moments, shaping a lifelong passion for capturing history, culture, and human experience.

TerraQuest continues that tradition, using photography and narrative together to uncover stories that inspire curiosity, preserve truth, and reveal the unseen.

Contact

Hawk Buckman: 
hawk.buckman@longdrawprod.com
Phone:  1-970-270-1979