It's easy to get bored skiing the same zones over and over, even if the snow is good. With an unusually cloudy February this year, I have been wanting bigger lines, new zones, and better light (or at least one of the three).
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| Miles Clark catching air off an avalanche barrier |
I was able to go to Cortina yesterday with Patrick Fux, Miles Clark, and Jake Cohn, and finally had some good light for the first half of the day (two of three isn't bad). Taking photos was once again a pleasure rather than a chore, possibly the reason I've been in the midst of the 'out of focus blues'. It was refreshing to get a few that turned out well.
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| Jake Cohn popping off snow covered trees |
Good light and snow help a lot too.
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| Patrick Fux 'working' hard, Jake Cohn skiing hard |
Working with Patrick was a pleasure. I can learn a lot from him. The way he sets up for a shot, looks at terrain, and communicates are all dialed processes that happen after years of practice. I don't have years of practice, but I can learn from someone who does.
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| The full crew. Patrick in the corner shooting, Jake throwing a trick, and Miles critiquing |
Jake and Miles are very photogenic skiers, and do not mind waiting patiently for someone to set up a shot. Whether they can ski the whole line, or only make one turn at a time, they are always ready and excited to use the camera. This enthusiasm was refreshing, and it shows on the screen at the end of the day. Always thinking of alternate ways to compose a shot, new tricks to throw, and places to jump or make turns keep the creative juices flowing.
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| Miles reaping the benefits of unnecessary Japanese structures |
They say you never have a bad day at Cortina because of the lunch and onsen coupons you get with your day ticket, though yesterday they weren't necessary. We had a great day well before even sitting down for lunch.
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| Miles taking in the Japanese Alps as Jake sets up for the next shot |
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