Meet Connor Robinson | Backcountry snowboarder and photographer

We had the good fortune of connecting with Connor Robinson and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Connor, what led you to pursuing a creative path professionally?
My passion for photography was actually spurred by an injury. I was yearning for a way to stay connected to nature and snowboarding while taking a step back from the physical aspect of mountain sports. My relationship with adventure changed when I realized there was a creative way to capture the feelings that these activities gave me.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I choose to shoot almost exclusively on 35mm film cameras, which has taught me a lot about trial and error, as well as attention to detail and patience. Old film cameras like to break,- especially when exposed to harsh high alpine environments. I hope to preserve unique moments in time and landscape, wether that be a sudden snowstorm on a mountain peak or a mundane neighborhood setting with a flash of intriguing light or color. The allure of spontaneous and beautiful moments in the mountains and life is what is so exciting to try and document, in an effort to encapsulate the feelings of deep fulfillment and tranquility that I associate to these places and activities. I have learned to expect the unexpected and roll with the punches- wether it be accidentally shooting a roll of film on top of one that has already been exposed, or getting film scans back from a lab only to find that the film was expired and none of the images you thought you made exist after all. Staying open to new opportunities and methods has been a guiding principle throughout my film photography and backcountry snowboarding journey.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
When my best friends and family visit me in Breckenridge I like to take them to any number of the wild yet accessible places that this area has to offer. A high alpine hike or scenic drive on a dirt road would readily supply stunning mountain views and an escape from bustling city life. A yoga class led by Cheese at Meta Yoga could help us unwind and stretch, and a plate of fresh oysters from The Carlin on Main St. in Breckenridge would provide a unique and delicious happy hour experience.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Mother Nature has provided me with the ultimate inspiration and playground for the things that make me happy. My good friend Zak Holt introduced and guided me through the beginning stages of backcountry snowboarding. Fellow Breckenridge residents Reese Kempter and Gary Soles deserve credit for helping me with all questions related to film cameras and mountain photography. Thank you to all my friends who are up for an adventure as well as my Mom, Dad and Stepfather who have been helpful and supportive throughout my journey with this creative hobby.

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