Freeskiing

Enjoy the best Red Bull lllume 2016 freeski shots

After seeing these Red Bull Illume images we can’t wait to get our skis back on!
Written by Thomas Wernhart
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Eye candy by Severin Wegener.

Eye candy by Severin Wegener.

© Severin Wegener

A total of 5,600 photographers took part in this year's Red Bull Illume Image Quest 2016 and 35,000 fascinating images were submitted to 11 categories and evaluated by a strict jury.
We've put together the best freeski images in this gallery and we hope it will make you want to ride and shoot.
Jeremy Bernard, France
Nicolas Vuignier in Zinal, Switzerland.

Nicolas Vuignier in Zinal, Switzerland.

© Jeremy Bernard

“After spending years following skiers in deep and cold snow, I'm now looking for new horizons and I try to transfer my photographic skills into other sports such as trail running, sailing and mountain biking.”
Daniele Molineris, Italy
Giuliano Bordoni in San Martino di Castrozza (ITA)

Giuliano Bordoni in San Martino di Castrozza (ITA)

© Daniele Molineris

“I work for some of the best athletes and brands in outdoor sports and I’m very happy, seriously happy!”
Fabrice Wittner, Italy
Leo Taillefer in San Carlos de Bariloche (ARG)

Leo Taillefer in San Carlos de Bariloche (ARG)

© Fabrice Wittner

“Photography has always brought me that daily dose of inspiration and motivation I need. The focus might change but the creative process remains vital to me.”
Severin Wegener, Germany
Andi Nitscheim in Pitztal, Austria.

Andi Nitscheim in Pitztal, Austria.

© Severin Wegener

“Capturing the right moment with the right angle is like doing a massive powder turn with my snowboard; it keeps me motivated and stoked.”
Pally Learmond, Great Britain
Tom Leitnerin in Haines, Alaska.

Tom Leitnerin in Haines, Alaska.

© Pally Learmond

“Even after 10 years, the prospect of new locations and the ever-evolving nature of the sport still keeps it fresh and exciting for me.”
Grant Gunderson, USA
Adam Ü in Nozawa Onsen, Japan.

Adam Ü in Nozawa Onsen, Japan.

© Grant Gunderson

“From Iceland to Patagonia, I’m routinely producing unique deep powder imagery and documenting the lifestyle and culture of skiing.”
Richard Walch, Germany
Sven Kueenle in Haines, Alaska.

Sven Kueenle in Haines, Alaska.

© Richard Walch

“I’m always on the move to find out what technology has to offer and how this can influence my photography and filming in a positive way.”
Elliott Bernhagen, USA
Tatum Monod in Revelstoke, Canada.

Tatum Monod in Revelstoke, Canada.

© Elliott Bernhagen

“Any success in the last three years is a direct reflection of Patrick Orton’s incredible talent.”
Vegard Aasen, Norway
Unknown riders hiking in Hakuba, Japan.

Unknown riders hiking in Hakuba, Japan.

© Vegard Aasen

“I define myself as a student, skier, climber and photographer. The last couple of years I have focused on filming and photographing action and extreme sports, as well as landscape and nature.”
Will Wissman, USA
Sam Cohen riding in Haines, Alaska.

Sam Cohen riding in Haines, Alaska.

© Will Wissman

“My photography has grown along with the arsenal of equipment but the premise has always remained the same.”
Oskar Enander, Sweden
Johan Jonsson in Engelberg, Switzerland

Johan Jonsson in Engelberg, Switzerland

© Oskar Enander

“Some of my career highlights have been three times Powder Magazine Photo of the Year, Red Bull Illume finalist 2010, IF3 Best European Ski Photographer 2013 and WSSF Pro Photographer Showdown finalist in 2013.”
Rasmus Kaessmann, Germany
Marian Hund at the Bernina Pass, Switzerland.

Marian Hund at the Bernina Pass, Switzerland.

© Rasmus Kaessmann

“The springboard into my profession was doing four years of freelance photo assisting.”
Elliott Bernhagen
Sammy Carlson in Revelstoke, Canada.

Sammy Carlson in Revelstoke, Canada.

© Elliott Bernhagen

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