After 25 years photographing the world on assignment, Robert Lemermeyer hit a wall. Addiction and depression quietly stalled the adventures, revealing a hard truth: passion alone isn’t enough without the tools to care for your mental health.

On the eve of the pandemic, Rob chose a different path. He turned toward the Canadian Rockies, trading old vices for long days, thin air, and upward movement. What began as personal recovery grew into something deeper: a renewed relationship with his son Yuri, a more intentional art practice, and a profound respect for the healing power of wild places. His work today is shaped by grace, gratitude and giving, for the mountains, for second chances, and for the fragile beauty of the natural world.

In 2020, Rob shifted from assignment photography to a focused art practice rooted in purpose and impact. This led to major exhibitions including Relief at the Bateman Centre and UPHIGH at the Canmore Museum. In 2023, he launched PeakWeek, a bold challenge to climb 7 summits in 7 days, transforming personal healing into collective action. Over 3 years, Rob and his team have raised more than $100,000 in support of youth mental health through Impact Society.

robert@lemermeyer.ca