Freeriding - Ski
This generation of freeriders has been inspired by the snowboard and skateboard culture. The movement influenced the ski industry, creating a new generation of boards and skis, adapted to this new way of skiing.
Freeriding is certainly spectacular. I was able to work for numerous brands taking pictures of these young riders, attracted by the performance, but also by a real lifestyle.
Much like surfers, many freeriders I know were attracted by the beauty of mountains and a philosophy promoting the respect of nature.
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Out of a hole
Sam Rochet, world champion of artistic skiing. This double page done for Paris Match has been featured all around the world.
- Chamonix, France
- February 25, 1999
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Crevasse
Bruno Compagnet jumping through a crevasse. Chamonix, Envers du Plan.
- Chamonix, France
- February 19, 2000
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Brice Lequertier
Serac jump in Mont Blanc du Tacul, Chamonix
- Chamonix, France
- July 12, 2001
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Stephane Dan
Stephan Dan is a friend of mine, but also one of the great free ride skier of his generation. Shooting for a Warren Miller movie.
- Chamonix, France
- March 24, 2009
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Lionel "Yo" Hachemi
"Grand Gendarme de l'envers du plan" in Chamonix with Lionel "Yo" Hachemi. Campaign for the Hasselblad XPAN 24X36.
- Chamonix, France
- February 18, 2007