Interview

03 / 05
Chris Burkard Reveals His Photography Career Beginnings in New Book

Q&A: Chris Burkard Talks Film, Localism, & Going to a Russian Jail in New Book

The world famous adventure photographer shares stories from behind the lens in his new memoir-photo book, "Wayward"

Inside Photodom, Brooklyn's Own Film Photography Shop & Community Hub

This Black-Owned NYC Camera Shop Is a Hub for Photographers of All Backgrounds

Photodom founder Dominick Lewis on starting an analog photography business, diversity in the photo industry, and more

Artist Abby Leighton on Leaving NYC to Design National Park Souvenirs

Designer Abby Leighton on Leaving NYC for Utah, National Park Souvenirs, & More

Q&A with the Moab, UT-based designer and film photographer on drawing inspiration from the vast and dramatic landscapes of the American West

Big Wave Surfer Kai Lenny on Risk, Fear, and Surfing 60-Foot Waves

Big Wave Surfer Kai Lenny on Risk, Fear, and Surfing 60-Foot Waves

A Q&A with the world-class surfer on his new book, "Big Wave Surfer," the best advice he's ever received and the worst wipeout he's ever taken at Jaws

Camp Yoshi Creates Epic Experiences to Get Black & Brown Folks Outside

Camp Yoshi Is Where Black Folks Can Unleash Their Inner Child, Outdoors

Adventure travel company founders Rashad, Ron & Shequeita Frazier talk fostering a space where people of color can reconnect with nature in peace

10 Essentials With Musician, Writer, Outdoorist Hayden Coplen

Musician, Writer, Outdoorist Hayden Coplen Shares His 10 Favorite Pieces of Gear

The Sir Sly drummer shares what items have helped him navigate the pandemic, from bikes and backpacks to bass guitars and coffee

Q&A: Alimo on Balancing Art, Adventure, and Sustainability

Q&A: Multimedia Artist Alimo on Creating Art You Recognize, But Don't Know

How artist Sean Kesterson, aka "Alimo," developed his signature style of vibrant, familiar depictions of life outdoors

How (and How Not) to Build Your Very Own A-Frame Cabin

How (and How Not) to Build an A-Frame House

The good, the bad, and the ugly of building a 250-square-foot A-Frame in Upstate New York, with cost breakdown, timeline & lessons learned

Q&A: District Vision Co-Founder Max Vallot on Running & Meditation

District Vision Founder Max Vallot on Running, Mindfulness & Social Media

An inspiring conversation with the fashion exec turned mindful athlete on how to stay centered and balanced amid a culture of noise

Q&A: Outrunning Stereotypes With Endurance Athlete Mirna Valerio

How the "Mirnavator" Is Changing the Narrative for Non-Traditional Athletes

The "Mirnavator" is on a mission, driving by a passion for running and the outdoors and a dedication to inclusion and diversity

Artist & Designer Junior Sealy on Building a Sustainable Home in Barbados

Artist & Designer Junior Sealy on Building a Sustainable Home in Barbados, Bit by Bit

Drawing on Japanese minimalism and the traditional architecture of enslaved people, this self-taught QPOC designer is building a dream with little regard for convention

Q&A: Snowboarder Kennedi Deck on Hard Work, Positivity & Inclusivity

The Future Of Snowboarding Is Inclusivity, Says Pro Rider Kennedi Deck

The influential young rider on her Pride Week interview, filming for the Vans snowboard film "Evergreen," and why being a good person is so important

Q&A: Judith Kasiama, Founder of POC Outdoor Group Colour the Trails

Q&A with Judith Kasiama, Founder of Colour the Trails—An Outdoor Group for POC & Allies

The Congolese Canadian on building communities as a refugee, the need for inclusivity not just diversity, advocating through action, and asking for help

How HiHeyHello Magazine Is Reshaping the Narrative of Women in the Outdoors

How Two Strangers Launched a Print Magazine to Celebrate Women in the Outdoors

A conversation with co-founders Sierra Domaille & Juhee Kim on a changing outdoors culture, running a magazine during a pandemic, and more

Q&A: Pro Snowboarder Jess Kimura on Her Future Behind the Lens

How Pro Snowboarder Turned Filmmaker Jess Kimura Became the Mentor She Never Had

The self taught filmmaker talks supporting the next generation of women riders, her journey with mental health, and new film, The Uninvited II

Q&A: Snowboarder & Writer Emilé Zynobia Finds Her Voice in the Outdoors

Snowboarder & Writer Emilé Zynobia on Toxic Positivity & Mountain Town Representation

We talk with Jackson Hole ambassador and Yale grad student @curlsinthewild about studying the environment in a crisis, learning to claim, and more

Q&A: Plant Kween on Bringing the Great Outdoors Inside

Instagram Sensation Plant Kween on the Benefits and Joys of the Great Indoors

Christopher Griffin, aka @plantkween, shares tips for plant parenting and self care, and why they turned their NYC apartment into an indoor garden paradise

Q&A: Jeremy Jones on Climate Deniers & Founding the Nonprofit POW

Snowboarder and Activist Jeremy Jones on Climate Deniers & His Nonprofit POW


The snowboard legend talks about his new film, Purple Mountains, promoting climate science on Capitol Hill, and starting Protect Our Winters

Alex Strohl on Pandemic Perseverance and the Future of Photography

Alex Strohl on the End of Instagram, Launching Workshops & Pandemic Perseverance

The influential photographer talks the end of Instagram, supporting women photographers at Wildist, and how to land clients in the pandemic

Q&A: Tawny Newsome on Life in Comedy, Space, and the Outdoors

How Life Outside Prepared Comedian Tawny Newsome to Take on Hollywood

The LA-based actress, musician, and outdoorist talks growing up on a farm, working with Steve Carell, and being Black in nature

Q&A: Photographer Gina Danza on Discovering Nature & Chasing Epicness

How Nature Photographer Gina Danza Created a Life of Epicness

We talk with outdoor enthusiast @wildgina on her path to working in the outdoor industry, increasing Black representation in nature, and much more

Q&A: Adventurer, Educator, and Trailblazer Ron Griswell

Q&A: Adventurer Ron Griswell on How to Get into the Outdoor Industry

The founder of HBCUs Outside discusses mindfulness, advice for adventure newcomers, and how he's helping increase representation outdoors

A DIY A-Frame Cabin in the UK, Inspired by Dutch Minimalism

A DIY A-Frame Cabin in Cornwall, England Inspired by Dutch Minimalism

Q&A with furniture maker Heather Scott on building by hand, finding inspiration in art, and drawing influence from the land

How Greater Goods Turns Discarded Outwear Into EDC Accessories

Meet Greater Goods, the London Upcycler Turning Discarded Tech Into Totes

A Q&A with the founder, designer, and maker of the London-based upstart making tote bags and more from vintage techwear