Alex Ratson is a globally published Editorial and Commercial Photographer specializing in Adventure Sports and Travel photography. With over two decades of experience as a Rock and Ice climber, Alex is right at home in the mountains
In addition to this Alex also manages a large account on Instagram where he supports marketing campaigns through Influencer marketing
It’s 2019 and digital imaging technology is matured more than my 33-year-old brain will ever be. Its never been easier to take photos and access top quality equipment that out resolves most people capabilities.
Despite all of this there is a growing number of creatives who have been taking a step back and going the way of capturing photons with Silver-Halide Crystals painted on a thin piece of plastic- Film that is!
Read MoreI decided to shoot some behind the scenes video of a quick little photo walk I went on in the Squamish forest. armed with not much more then just my Bronica film camera and a single roll of Kodak Tr-x.
Read MoreAs someone who has a strong visual social media presence it is not uncommon to hear feedback from followers asking me such questions as 'your life is such an inspiration, I struggle so much with life, how do you do it'.
As innocent as these comments and questions are I actually find them quite hurtful. Why? I am far from perfect and I am far from problem free.
It is easy to take my photos out of context. People generally engage in social media as a means to get inspiration, hence if you come across my photos you are most likely going to be inspired by them.
Read MoreA Squamish, B.C. rock & ice climber who's camera is merely a witness to his adventures. With work that speaks for itself, Alex is a prolific climber, adventurer, teacher and photographer. So without further ado....here is the next installment of Cotton's "Interview with a photographer" featuring Alex Ratson!
Read MoreFor years I have stood beside the phrase "my camera is merely a witness to my adventures”.
I really got to give credit where credit is due, This tagline I have been using was inspired by the quote of a very influential photographer, James Nachtwey who once introduced a presentation with the words
"I have been a witness, and these pictures are my testimony. The events I have recorded should not be forgotten and must not be repeated".
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