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Will Wissman

My first turns on snow were mind blowing. I was 9 years old and the feeling I had when I reached the bottom of that first run was like nothing I'd ever experienced. I knew right then this was something I would be doing for the rest of my life. Not a lot has changed since then. I'm definitely older, supposed to be wiser, and still chasing another epic lap.

WHY DO YOU WORK WITH THE LEVITATION PROJECT?

I think the real question is why wouldn't I. Its by far the most progressive collection of talent I've ever been around

HOW HAS SHOOTING FOR THE LEVITATION PROJECT HELPED OR BETTERED YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY?

Shooting for LP has allowed me to stay focused on what I really love about creating images. Commercial work tends to be more about ‘capturing a product' rather than capturing a moment. Working with Levitation brings a welcome change from that standard model.

WHAT SACRFICES HAVE YOU MADE TO GET WHERE YOU ARE?

From dishwasher to graveyard snowmaker, busboy to block layer, I did whatever it took to stay on the snow.

DESCRIBE YOUR PERFECT DAY OF SHOOTING PHOTOS?

Two factors here: #1 getting some images you can be proud of #2 getting some high quality free riding. This is always the goal, seldom the outcome. When it happens it's a feeling like no other.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE PERKS OF YOUR JOB?

I'm living my dream. Working for myself allows me to prioritize work and family what more could I ask for.

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST CAMERA?

13 years ago my friend Josh Waldrop sold me his Minolta SLR with a blazing 3 frames per second motor drive. Best $300 I ever spent.

WHAT DO YOU SHOOT WITH NOW?

I'm a Canon guy. I started out shooting film and until this past fall it was always included in the kit. This winter will be my first all digital season.

TOP 5 SNOW TRIPS YOU HAVE BEEN ON IN YOUR CAREER?

Some of the most memorable trips are last minute, get in the car, and follow the snow missions. Usually this consists of a tight crew with one objective getting the goods. These trips are to many to mention.

Back in 2007 I had an AK trip that could never play out again. It started in the Alaska Range at the Tordrillo Mountain Lodge where during our 14-day stay we skied 13 days. I remember arriving in Haines and claiming to the boys we would never see it as good as Tordrillo. Well 20 days later we had bagged 17 blue bird sessions enjoying exceptional snow quality and stability. All told I spent 34 days in Alaska with a down day total of 4. That just doesn't happen.

HOW DOES IT FEEL TO HAVE YOUR LIFE STYLE AS A CAREER?

It's pretty crazy. Sometimes I feel like I don't appreciate what I have as much as I should. When things get hectic I try to think back to the days when all that mattered was getting the goods. All the other stuff is just noise.

WHO WOULD YOU LIKE TO THANK FOR HELPING YOU TO GET WHERE YOU ARE TODAY?

Dad, Mom. Stacy (wife), All the guys and gals I shoot. Without them I'm just a guy with a camera.