Ash Christensen

Built in the Mountains

I’ve spent most of my life chasing images in places where getting the shot means being part of the environment.

I was a featured snowboarder in two globally released Warren Miller films and have been published internationally across snowboarding, mountain biking, slacklining, and paddleboarding—including National Geographic Adventure, Snowboard, and Bike.

Years spent as an athlete and working around cameras taught me how to read terrain, anticipate movement, find the light, and recognize a great shot before it happens. I brought that experience into my work as a professional drone pilot, working with brands and productions including Patagonia, Burton, and Dropbox.

I still draw heavily on my background as an athlete. I’m comfortable moving through remote mountain environments, understand action from the athlete’s perspective, and know how to create imagery that feels authentic—not simply aerial.

A drone can go places, move in ways, and reveal perspectives that no other camera can. I use that freedom to tell stories, capture action, and create images that inspire.

Below are a few images of me in action — the sports and environments that shaped my perspective.