Six years ago, Alexa Miller quit med school to become a photographer. Now she shoots everywhere from Compton to the Montana backcountry. Here, she imparts some wisdom on a career in action sports photography.

The first guided winter descent of Grand Teton, WY.

It has just one lift. So technically, it's a ski resort. But that's where the similarities end.

The second spot: Full of Swedes. That’s a good thing.

Julien Lopez took home almost $2,000 from Aspen Snowmass this weekend, winning the ski championship.

YOUR SECRET IS NOT SAFE WITH ME.

Ski two days, stay two nights, and feed yourself at Jackson Hole....all for just $300.

A debate between a Europhile and a worrier.

Skiing Magazine asked Fredriksson about this shot, which made it into the magazine's December 2008 "Best Shots of the Year" photo gallery.

Skiing Magazine chatted with Manley about this shot, which made it into the magazine's December 2008 "Best Shots of the Year" photo gallery.