Urban Contrast

As a photographer and artist I find myself continually searching for subtle and dramatic contrast that catches the eye and tells a story.  This is a shot in a series of images that I am working on with Icelantic that had been taken in South America.  Patience was key.  It took a long time in subway system of Santiago before people finally stopped staring at us, wondering what these gringos in ski gear were up to, and went back to their daily commute.  Luckily Derek was a good sport about it because it must have been about 80 to 90 fahrenheit, not to mention the humidity, and he was decked out in full sub-zero winter gear... ski boots and all.

Icelantic Skis Releases the 09/10 catalog

Icelantic Boards (Denver, CO) has unveiled their heavily anticipated 2009 / 2010 ski collection catalog, of which features two of my shots of team rider Derek Olthuis in Chile.

Next year's collection is a definite must.  If you're an avid skier looking for a handmade U.S. ski with incredible attention to detail and durability, or just looking to express yourself with a pair of eye-catching and responsive skis check them out .  Once the general public gets a look at 09/10 collection people are going to be blown away by the vibrant colors, organic art, and the five sense theme.

Personally.... I'd be willing to buy stock in the (NEW) SFT Nomad, a ski that should explode in sales next winter.  Wood cored ski with a 140mm tip 105mm mid 130mm tail featuring the Nollie Flex Core Technology.  Giving you the big mountain control of the traditional Nomad while allowing you to Jib it up in the back-country.  Trust me, I've shredded the Nomad high up in the Andes of South America and Jibbed the De'Nollie on the East Coast, and I'm dying to get a pair of these.

Side Note: keep an eye out for some exciting eye-candy ads that Pure Mint Media and Icelantic are working on for the Five Senses collection; basically we working on a project that is going to blow people out of the water!