In this episode I sit down with adventure, lifestyle, and extreme sports photographer Natalie Carriere.
Natalie specializes in creating powerful visual stories for athletes, brands, events, and outdoor organizations, working in some of the most demanding environments imaginable. From remote alpine productions and backcountry expeditions to major sporting events and commercial campaigns, her photography is built on a deep understanding of movement, environment, and authentic human experience.
What makes Natalie's perspective unique is that she doesn't just photograph adventure, she lives it.
As a skier, snowboarder, and mountain biker, she spends much of her time in the same environments she documents. That firsthand experience allows her to anticipate moments, understand the athletes she works with, and create imagery that feels genuine, dynamic, and deeply connected to the outdoors.
In This Episode:
• Building a career in adventure and commercial photography
• Photographing athletes in fast-paced outdoor environments
• Storytelling through movement, light, and landscape
• Working with brands, events, and production teams
• The realities of remote shoots and alpine productions
• Creativity under pressure and adapting to changing conditions
• The connection between being an athlete and a photographer
• Developing a professional workflow from concept to delivery
• Finding your visual voice in a competitive industry
• Why authentic storytelling matters more than ever
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Instagram: @nataliecarriere
Web: www.nataliecarriere.ca
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