Chris Figenshau - Winter Photo of the Day
Chris Figenshau is a Jackson, Wyoming based photographer whose work has been featured in various publications including Outside, Men’s Journal, Sports Illustrated, ESPN, Powder, Skiing and Backcountry magazines. As one of the foremost names in snow sports and wildland fire photography, Chris’ greatest strength lies in documenting paths less traveled.
Originally from Michigan, Chris made the move to Jackson, WY after graduating from the University of Oregon’s School of Journalism in 1994. In order to finance his passion for skiing in the notoriously expensive mountains of Jackson Hole, Chris worked three years as a sawyer with the Denali Hotshots, a Type I Alaskan fire fighting crew. This experience, coupled with a successful ski photography resume, led to Chris’s current position documenting wildland fire fighting efforts nationwide for the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise, ID.
Chris’ pursuit of outdoor photography has carried him to some of the best powder stashes, and most disastrous hot spots around the globe. With an incurable case of wanderlust and a passion for the unexplored, Chris strives to exceed clients’ expectations with every shot.
Figenshau's clients include The North Face, Patagonia, Rossignol, Smith Sport Optics, Giro, Boeri, Gregory Backpacks, Thorlos, Black Diamond Mountain Equipment, Teton Gravity Research, Warren Miller Films, Storm Show Studios, and the United States Bureau of Land Management.
Greg Von Doersten is one of the preeminent adventure photographers in the world today. Specializing in expeditions, adrenaline sports, and a man's relationship and interaction with nature, Von Doersten has traveled the world while pursuing innovative, vital images that both excite the viewer and tell a story.
"Greg is a part of the next generation of adventure photographers, who are so immersed in the sports that their vision is pure and true," says Rob Haggart, Photo Editor at Men's Journal Magazine. "His unique combination of skills as a photographer and adventurer make him among the best in the world."
In the last decade, Von Doersten has performed advertising assignments from such international clients as Benetton Sport Systems, Dewars, Fila, The North Face, Molson Beer and Swatch Watches; he's also completed feature assignments for Conde Naste Traveler, Men's Journal, National Geographic Adventure, GQ, and Outside Magazines. Whether covering a climbing expedition in Greenland for The North Face or executing a major advertising campaign for Benetton, Greg strives to create images that exceed his clients’ expectations.
Filmmaker Darrell Miller has produced the “Video of the Week” for Jackson Hole Mountain Resort since its’ inception in 2001. The weekly videos showcase recent conditions and the incredible terrain at JHMR, and can be viewed at www.jacksonhole.com. Miller’s production company, Storm Show Studios, has produced an eight-pack of feature-length ski films, in association with film sponsor Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Miller’s films have documented the ever-evolving Jackson Hole mountain lifestyle, and many classic ski descents at JHMR. Movie trailers and DVD’s of Miller’s flicks can be seen at www.stormshow.com.
Greg Epstein - www.gregepstein.com
Residing in Wilson, Wyoming, Greg is visually in touch with his natural environment and the people who enjoy it. Not only does he love capturing the adventure and athleticism of his subjects, he also feels that getting to know their environment and lifestyles completes the story. Throughout the last eleven years Greg has covered the globe photographing some of the most exhilarating athletes and remarkable locations for clients such as: The North Face, Rossignol, Giro, Smith, Andrew Levine Productions and Oldtown Canoes. Presently working as a freelance photographer and teaching digital photography courses at the Center for the Arts in Jackson Hole, Greg is ready for any photographic need you may have. Whether it's digital, film editorial or commercial, he is available to travel on location or for assignment worldwide.
Heather Erson is a freelance photographer based out of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Heather's style of photography comes from working as a newspaper photographer in Wyoming and North Carolina, and as an assistant to cinematographer David Breashears in Nepal and photographer Annie Leibovitz in New York City. She has photographed skiing and snowboarding in Alaska, France and around the US.
Her recent project "Revealed" features black and white portraits of Jackson's notable skiers and snowboarders. "Revealed" is currently featured in Jackson Hole Snowboarder and Jackson Hole Skier magazine. Her work is on display at Mizu sushi in Jackson, Wy and at The Teton Club at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. View her photos at www.heathererson.com/Revealed
Heather continues to accept corporate, editorial, wedding and portrait assignments.
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