Snowboarder in bright yellow performs aerial maneuver above snow-covered evergreen trees.

Action & Adventure Photography

From high-energy comps to laid-back days with friends in the backyard hike park, my passion for action sports has driven me to capture the community that happens out in the cold, in the dirt, and out on the trails. With my background in photojournalism, adapting quickly in dynamic environments and focusing on creating images that tell a story is always the focus. That same mindset still drives my approach to storytelling in the outdoors. Together, I'll work hands-on with you to develop creative concepts, shoot on location, and bring your story to life through authentic imagery.

Skier carving down a steep slope with ski lift cables visible overhead.

On-Location

I partner with you from the earliest planning stages to define a clear vision for the story we’re telling, then stay flexible on the day, adapting to whatever comes our way to capture exactly what you need.

Black and white shot of a snowboarder performing an aerial trick over a rail with spectators in the background.

Events

Whether it's a grassroots skate jam or pro-level comp, I know how to roll with the fast pace, unpredictability, and high energy that live sports always bring.

Mountain biker launches off rocky terrain with bright sunburst in background.

Campaigns

Together, we’ll create campaign visuals that highlight your brand’s voice and the passion behind your story.

Dynamic black and white shot of snowboarder performing inverted aerial trick.

BTS

I document the candid, behind-the-scenes moments that connects your audience to the passion and process behind your brand.

HIGHLIGHTS

Snowboarder performing a wall ride trick at a snow park with spectators watching under a partly cloudy sky.

The Uninvited Invitational

Woodward Park City
Skier performing jump over metal rail against blue mountain landscape backdrop.
Black ski helmet and goggles against white background in minimalist winter sports portrait.
Vintage black and white photo of a skier catching air off a snowy jump in a winter forest landscape.
Black and white action shot of skiers hiking through deep powder snow in forest.
Black and white image of a skier jumping through winter mountain terrain with observers in foreground.
Two snowboarders pose together on snowy slopes with evergreen trees in the background.
Blurred motion shot of a ski lift chair against a snowy white background creating an artistic abstract effect.
Snowboarder in bright yellow performs aerial maneuver above snow-covered evergreen trees.
Snowboarder in yellow jacket performs aerial jump against snowy mountain backdrop and blue sky.
Action shot of snowboarder in bright yellow jacket carving through fresh powder snow.
Snowboarder in yellow jacket performing aerial trick in deep powder snow.
Snowboarder in yellow jacket carves through fresh powder on snowy mountain slope.
Black and white shot of skiers and snowboarders scattered across a snowy hill slope.
Skiers descending snowy slope with panoramic mountain valley views.
Snowboarder performs a rail grind trick on a snowy slope with bright sun flare in black and white photography.
Snowboarder performing a rail grind trick at Trollhaugen ski resort on a sunny winter day.
Snowboarder performing a high jump trick at a snow park on a sunny day with bright sunburst and snowy terrain.
Snowboarder performing a high jump trick at a snowy terrain park on a sunny winter day, captured in black and white.
Snowboarder performing aerial trick off snow jump at terrain park on sunny day, captured with fisheye lens.
Three friends laughing and holding phones on a sunny snow-covered ski slope wearing winter gear.
Group of snowboarders standing on a snowy hill against a clear blue sky with trees in the background.
Snowboarder performing a jump trick over a yellow rail feature at a snow park on a sunny winter day.
Snowboarder in yellow jacket catching air while riding through fresh powder snow.

Strong visuals turn into ready-to-use assets across all of your marketing needs.



Skier carves through deep powder snow on a steep mountain slope with yellow jacket visible against white terrain.
Snowboarder performs aerial trick against blue sky with promotional text for Ikon Pass lodging discount offer.
Snowboarder performs aerial tricks against bright blue sky at Copper Mountain ski resort in winter season pass advertisement.
A ski event promotional material showing a skier in yellow jacket performing a jump against a white snowy background.
Snowboarders performing aerial tricks in powder snow with Copper Mountain season pass advertisement overlay.
Snowboarder in yellow jacket carves through deep powder snow against white winter mountain backdrop.
Summit Daily newspaper front page featuring a snowboarder performing an aerial trick.
Snowboarder performing aerial trick against snowy mountain backdrop with website header promoting season passes.
Website interface showing multiple sections with text fields and navigation elements on a white background.
A skier glides down a pristine snowy slope against a bright white winter mountain backdrop.
Open magazine pages showing blue sky with text and graphics in black and orange colors.
Skier performing aerial tricks against a snowy mountain backdrop with blue sky and snow-covered trees.
Low angle black and white shot of snowboarders' boots on snowy ground.
A skateboarder performs a handplant trick on a green-edged ramp at an outdoor skate park.
A skateboarder holding their board overhead at a skate park in vintage black and white photography.
A skateboarder performs a creative handplant trick on a concrete slope with stormy skies overhead.
Vintage style photograph of skier jumping off rail in winter terrain park.
Line of empty ski lift chairs ascending through snow-covered pine forest.
Mountain biker performing aerial stunt against autumn forest with yellow aspen trees.
A black and white photo showing a Fasthouse brand logo on black apparel in low-light conditions.
Two mountain bikers splash through a shallow river crossing on a sunny day with rocky cliffs in the background.
Two cyclists carry gravel bikes over rocky terrain surrounded by lush green grass under a clear blue sky.
Two cyclists ride mountain bikes along a rocky trail beside a rushing stream with a green hillside backdrop.
Cyclist riding a bike along a scenic green waterway path surrounded by lush foliage and trees.
Cyclist in gradient jersey holds teal gravel bike near rocky waterfall on outdoor trail.
Two mountain bikers carry their bikes across rocky terrain above a rushing waterfall surrounded by lush green trees.
Black and white photo of a cyclist lifting a road bike overhead while standing on rocky terrain outdoors.
Black and white close-up of a cyclist in Pearl Izumi kit riding a road bike under a clear sky.
Two cyclists ride along a scenic lakeside gravel path surrounded by lush green grass and trees on a sunny day.
Mountain bike wheel in motion creates dynamic blur effect on a forest trail with green foliage.
A cyclist carries a gravel bike up a steep dirt trail near a river during an outdoor cycling race.
Panoramic view of ski resort with groomed slopes and lift infrastructure on snowy mountain.
Black and white action shot of skier carving through fresh powder snow.
Group of snowboarders helping someone who took a tumble on snowy slope in black and white photo.
Empty ski lift chair suspended on cables against a white background.
A black and white photograph of rocky terrain with snow and ski lift equipment in the background.
Ski lift silhouetted against the northern lights displaying vibrant green aurora in the night sky.
Mountain biker performing high jump trick against evergreen forest backdrop.
Mountain biker descending through dense forest on technical rocky single track.
Mountain biker navigates rocky forest trail with dynamic side angle.
Dramatic backlit portrait of mountain biker in protective gear against forest backdrop.
Mountain biker performs impressive jump on curved dirt trail in forest setting.
Mountain biker in red gear launches off dirt jump among towering pine trees.
Mountain biker riding curved dirt trail through pine forest clearing.
A close-up black and white photo of a motocross helmet and goggles against a blurred background.
Mountain biker jumps through forest with sunlight filtering through dense pine trees.
Mountain biker rides at high speed through a forest trail with motion blur effect.
Snow-covered ski slopes on a mountain with pink and purple sunset clouds.
Dynamic black and white action shot of snowboarder creating spray of snow.
Ski lift cables stretch into foggy distance during heavy snowfall.
Sunlit snow-capped mountain peak glows golden against deep blue sky at sunset.
Winter sports enthusiast in black and tan jacket standing on snowy mountain slope.
Dynamic black and white photo of skier racing downhill through blurred winter landscape.
Two skiers descending down a snow-covered slope against white winter sky.
Skier spraying powder snow while making a dramatic turn on a sunny mountain slope.
Snowboarder performing a dramatic jump against a backdrop of snow-covered pine trees.
Black and white photo of skier carrying equipment with snow-capped mountain in background.
Snowboarder performing inverted aerial trick off large snow jump against blue sky.
Motion blur black and white photo of snowboarder in action.
Skier standing on snowy slope holding twin tip skis with lodge buildings in background.
Winter sports enthusiast in light blue jacket and ski helmet against snowy forest backdrop.
Person wearing a colorful knit balaclava and white hoodie standing in a snowy ski park on a sunny winter day.
Snowboarder performs aerial trick over snow jump at sunny ski park in black and white photo.
Two skiers celebrating on snowy slopes in black and white photography.

"Working with Ariana has been one of the most impactful parts of building my brand, Ashcat Collective. Without her, we truly wouldn’t be where we are today. She’s not just a photographer, she’s a connector, someone who brings community together and makes everyone around her feel comfortable and seen.


Most importantly, she has a genuine desire to make people happy and portray them doing their thing in the coolest, most authentic way possible. If you want someone who will not only deliver incredible images but also make the whole experience meaningful, she’s the one."

Sasha Mekker | Founder of ASHCAT COLLECTIVE

Snowboarder celebrating with arms raised in excitement on snowy mountain slope.
Vintage black and white photo of skiers resting on snowy slope.
Dynamic black and white action shot of a skier carving through fresh powder at high speed.
Snowboarders performing tricks on terrain park features with W logo visible in background.
Skier catches air between snow-covered evergreen trees on bright winter day.
Snowboarder performing a dramatic aerial trick with snow-covered evergreens in the background.
Snowboarder resting on snowy slope with board visible.
Abstract motion blur capture of skier in black and white.
Winter sports enthusiast in black gear with snow-covered helmet against snowy forest.
Black and white photo of snowboarders dropping into a steep powder bowl.
Black and white photo of a snowboarder executing an aerial jump near snow-covered pine trees.
Black and white image of skier descending snowy mountain slope with distant hills visible.
Motion blur black and white image of downhill skier carving through powder snow.
Snowboarder rides down Mt Hood with majestic snow-covered peak in the background.
Snowboarder performing a dramatic aerial jump against blue sky and snowy mountain backdrop.
Snowboarder performing aerial trick off snow wall with mountain peak in background.
Skier performing aerial trick above snow terrain park rail with blue sky and forest background.
Freestyle skier performing aerial trick off jump in snow park with evergreen trees in background.
Snow-covered evergreen forest stretches up a mountainside against bright blue winter sky.
Skier in winter gear holding ski poles against blue sky with chairlifts in background.
Snow-covered terrain park with blue rail feature and mountain vista in background.

(Did not shoot video, but utilized new clips that were sent to me mixed with old raw footage to create a new video.)

(Shot first clip, then utilized footage that was previously shot.)

Skier navigating through powder snow between evergreen trees on a mountain slope.
Snow-covered mountain peak viewed through red safety netting.
Skier carving through deep powder snow amid snow-covered evergreen trees.
Black and white silhouette of person riding chairlift against dark sky.
Black and white close-up of ski boots in motion spraying snow with sunburst in background.
Black and white landscape of snow-covered mountain peak with tiny skiers visible at base.
Black and white photo of skiers walking under bright sun with ski lifts and slopes in background.
Snowboarder performing a big air jump over rocky cliffs in winter landscape.
Black and white shot of skier hiking through snowy forest framed between trees.
Two people shoveling snow in a winter mountain landscape with evergreen trees.
Black and white photo of snowboarder performing trick on terrain park box feature.
Lone skier descending a vast snow-covered mountain slope under blue skies.
Black and white image of a skier carving down a steep snowy mountain slope.
Dynamic black and white action shot of snowboarder launching off jump with snow spray.
Monochrome photo of a snowboarder jumping on a rail in a terrain park.
A skier descends a steep snowy slope with dramatic rocky peaks in the background.
Close-up fisheye lens shot of a snow-covered moose head decoration in winter.
Skier carving through powder snow between snow-covered pine trees.
Black and white aerial view of a skier on a snowy terrain park jump.
Snowboarder carving through deep powder snow in black and white winter scene.
Abstract black and white close-up of skis gliding through fresh snow.
Snowboarder riding down groomed slope under bright blue winter sky.
Two snowboarders performing aerial tricks over snow park jump.
Black and white shot of a snowboarder performing an aerial trick over a rail with spectators in the background.
Close-up black and white photo of ski bindings mounted on snow-covered skis.
Dynamic black and white shot of skier making graceful turn in deep powder snow.
Snowboarder performing a rail grind trick on a metal rail at a ski resort terrain park with snowy slopes.
Two snowboarders performing tricks on rails in a snowy ski park under a bright sun and cloudy sky.

AGAIN: A short MTB edit about finding focus, pushing forward, and taking the time to take it all in, again, and again, and again.

Written, directed, shot, and edited by me.

Summit Daily newspaper featuring a skier on a sunny slope with headline about DarkSky initiative.
Black and white photo of winter sports enthusiasts playing in the snow at a ski resort.
Pass benefits page showing ski slope image, food plate, and mountain activities offers.
Skiers enjoying fresh powder on snowy slopes at Copper Mountain resort with winter pass sale promotion banner visible.
Mobile app screenshot of Copper Mountain ski resort passes promotion with snowy action shot.
Skier catching air during spring storm with snowy mountain landscape in background.
A skier performs an aerial trick off a snowy jump in a winter mountain setting with trees visible in the background.
Skier carving through deep powder snow among pine trees in winter mountain landscape.
Ski resort social media ad showing action shots and promoting four pack ski pass deals.
Split promotional image showing aerial ski jump and downhill skiing with Fast Tracks upgrade offer.
Skiers carving through fresh powder snow on a tree-lined slope at Copper Mountain, Colorado.
Instagram post from Copper Mountain ski resort showing two skiers on a snowy slope with text overlay about winter passes Q&A.
Black and white photo of a skier in helmet and goggles against white background at Copper Mountain, Colorado.
A skier carves through fresh powder snow on a snowy mountain slope with evergreen trees and ski lifts in the background.
Article about Copper Mountain's ski terrain expansion with action shots of snowboarders.
Summit Daily newspaper featuring a skier on a sunny slope with headline about DarkSky initiative.
Black and white photo of winter sports enthusiasts playing in the snow at a ski resort.
Pass benefits page showing ski slope image, food plate, and mountain activities offers.
Skiers enjoying fresh powder on snowy slopes at Copper Mountain resort with winter pass sale promotion banner visible.
Mobile app screenshot of Copper Mountain ski resort passes promotion with snowy action shot.
Skier catching air during spring storm with snowy mountain landscape in background.
A skier performs an aerial trick off a snowy jump in a winter mountain setting with trees visible in the background.
Skier carving through deep powder snow among pine trees in winter mountain landscape.
Ski resort social media ad showing action shots and promoting four pack ski pass deals.
Split promotional image showing aerial ski jump and downhill skiing with Fast Tracks upgrade offer.
Skiers carving through fresh powder snow on a tree-lined slope at Copper Mountain, Colorado.
Instagram post from Copper Mountain ski resort showing two skiers on a snowy slope with text overlay about winter passes Q&A.
Black and white photo of a skier in helmet and goggles against white background at Copper Mountain, Colorado.
A skier carves through fresh powder snow on a snowy mountain slope with evergreen trees and ski lifts in the background.
Article about Copper Mountain's ski terrain expansion with action shots of snowboarders.

Here's where some of my work has ended up.

Close-up black and white detail of Smith racing goggles and helmet gear against blurred background.

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