Vallerret's Creative Outsiders: Radical stories from behind the lens

In this episode of Vallerrent's Creative Outsiders, host Lukas Riedl and co-host Carl van den Boom welcome Finnish legendary snowboarding photographer and longtime Vallerret friend Pasi Salminen. They discuss Pasi's extensive career in snowboarding photography, the challenges of capturing action shots in extreme conditions, and the transition from passion projects to commercial work. Pasi shares insights on maintaining creativity and positivity in a long career, the importance of collaboration with athletes, and how he manages the pressures of shooting high-stakes tricks. The conversation also touches on the unique aspects of urban photography versus powder shots, and Pasi's future aspirations in the field.Watch the full video version on YouTube for extra visuals.TakeawaysPasi Salminen has been a prominent figure in snowboarding photography for decades.Urban photography offers more creative freedom compared to powder shots.Capturing the right moment in action photography requires preparation and quick thinking.Maintaining a positive attitude is crucial for success in the creative industry.Transitioning from passion projects to commercial work can be a natural evolution for photographers.Collaboration with athletes is essential for achieving the best shots.Dealing with extreme cold is part of the job for snowboarding photographers.Finding inspiration in new environments helps keep creativity alive.Pasi emphasizes the importance of enjoying the work to avoid burnout.Safety is a top priority when shooting high-risk snowboarding tricks.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction02:30 Memorable Snowboarding Experiences04:59 Urban vs. Powder Photography07:14 The Art of Snowboard Photography09:52 Managing Pressure in Photography12:24 Transitioning to Commercial Work14:55 Maintaining Passion in Photography21:00 The Journey of a Photographer22:54 Passion Projects and Creative Freedom24:12 Collaboration in Snowboarding Photography28:52 Dealing with Extreme Cold32:06 Creative Drive and Future Aspirations33:10 Quickfire Questions and InsightsFollow Pasi:Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pasisalminen/Website: https://www.pasisalminen.com/Eventphoto.fi: ⁠https://pasisalminen.fi/ep/Red Bull Illume Profile: https://www.redbullillume.com/int-en/photographers/pasi-salminenVallerret | Glove & Apparel for Creators behind the LensWebsite: ⁠https://www.photographygloves.com⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/vallerret⁠Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/vallerret⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@vallerret⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@vallerret⁠X(Twitter): ⁠https://twitter.com/vallerret⁠Pinterest: ⁠https://www.pinterest.com/vallerret⁠Newsletter: ⁠https://www.photographygloves.com⁠ (sign up at the bottom!)Celebrating 10 Years of Winter Gear built for photographers & creators who stay out longer.If this conversation made you feel nostalgic, send it to a fellow snow bum — and go chase some wild weather, with cameras and planks.Stay warm. Stay inspired. Stay out longer. 🧤🔥

In this episode of Vallerret’s Creative Outsiders, we talk with Canadian fine art photographer and self-portrait artist Sarah Lyndsay, known for her emotional imagery, storytelling, and her signature yellow dress.Sarah shares how photography became a form of self-expression and a way to explore emotion, presence, and identity. She explains how placing herself in the frame is telling a story.We talk about the thrill of shooting in –30°C, how sometimes you forget the cold because the moment feels magical, and why bad weather often leads to the most powerful images. She opens up about identity, pressure, and taking a break from social media, and learning to see herself not just as a photographer but as an artist.• Why bad weather makes stronger, more emotional images• Emotion, scale & storytelling through self-portrait work• Shooting in –30°C and forgetting the cold• The yellow dress and how visual identity develops• Layering, boots, gloves & staying creative in freezing temps• Artist vs. photographer — and why the difference matters• Social media breaks & creative burnout• Fine art galleries, collectors & making work that "feels"Follow SarahWebsite: https://www.sarahlyndsayphotography.comYouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@sarahlyndsay⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahlyndsayphotographyFacebook: https://facebook.com/sarahlyndsayphotographyTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/sarahlyndsay_Follow VallerretWebsite: https://www.photographygloves.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vallerretYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vallerretTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vallerretFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/vallerretPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/vallerretX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/vallerretStay warm. Stay inspired. Stay out longer. 🧤🔥

To start things off with a bang, we’re heading north to Lofoten with travel photographer and Aurora expert Dave Williams. From a cozy fisherman’s cabin, he chats with us about how he became obsessed with winter photography… and how he once got chased by wolves at 4:30 in the morning. Yes, really. Dave is full of practical tips and hilarious “this only happens to photographers” moments.In this episode, we dive into:• Dave’s first-ever Northern Lights moment (and why it changed everything)• How he actually predicts the Aurora without relying on dodgy apps• What life in Lofoten is really like (weather chaos, fish racks & all)• The layering system he uses to stay outside for hours (liners + photography gloves)• How to keep your camera battery alive in deep cold• Why “bad weather” usually turns into the best photography conditions• The wolf story… because yes, that really happened• Imposter syndrome and the pressure to “get the shot”• The joy of helping people see the Aurora for the first time• Cinnamon buns (because every photographer deserves a treat)If you enjoy winter photography, dream of seeing the Aurora, or just love hearing creators talk about the weird, wild parts of their job, you’ll love this episode. It’s fun, relaxed, and full of super useful cold-weather tips.Follow Dave WilliamsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/idavewilliamsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@idavewilliamsLofoten Insight Tours: https://lofotensight.comBook: The Complete Aurora Guide (search online)Website: https://www.photographygloves.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vallerretFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/vallerretYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vallerretTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vallerretX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/vallerretPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/vallerretNewsletter: https://www.photographygloves.com (sign up at the bottom!)Celebrating 10 Years of Radical Winter Gear built for photographers & creators who stay out longer.Thanks for joining us for our very first episode of Vallerret’s Creative Outsiders.If you enjoyed this conversation, send it to a fellow cold-loving creator — and go chase some wild weather.Stay warm. Stay inspired. Stay out longer. 🧤🔥

This is Vallerret’s Creative Outsiders — Radical stories from behind the lens.A podcast about the moments that change us, the places that shape us, and the creators who go where most people won’t.Join hosts Lukas Riedl and Vallerret Co-Founder Carl van den Boom as they talk with photographers, filmmakers, drone pilots, and explorers about what really happens out there — beyond the cold, beyond the frame, beyond comfort.Grab a hot drink. Settle in. And welcome to the outsiders.