Here is the first instalment of “A Skier’s Journey” (part of a trio of episodes). My aim with these was to tell stories about travelling and skiing in some of the world’s most interesting places. I’ve had a lot of fun shooting, editing, and creating these. I have also learned a lot and I’m bound to do it differently the next time around. These were produced with support from Arcteryx and Gore. I’m greatful for the vision and support they have lent to the project. It is great to be working with companies that allow me to make images and tell stories about the things that I love doing.

While still photography is my main thing, I actually started out shooting and editing video in highschool before I ever picked up a still camera. I always knew I’d make my return into the motion medium, but it is really the change in technology that  has allowed me to return to it. Having the capability with a DSLR to shoot high quality photos and video, all in the same package is incredibly powerful. However, I’ve  found it more difficult (than I thought it would be) to mentally switch between shooting photos and video on any given shoot. While there are certain considerations that must be made when composing images for both still and video, there are also significant departures. Ultimately, choosing to shoot both it is a game of give and take, and I’ve had to learn to prioritize (not easy).

Thanks to Tobin Seagel and Chad Sayers for their help along the way. Chad did all the voice over work and I owe him one for that! Also, a special thanks to Anthony Bonello who was making a film of his own in Kashmir and was instrumental in our stay there.

Kashmir – A Skier’s Journey: Ep1 from Jordan Manley Photography on Vimeo.