Christian Pondella is one of the world's top adventure sports photographers. He has published work in National Geographic, Sports Illustrated, ESPN Magazine, Outside, Men's Journal, Maxim, FHM, GQ, Climbing, Outdoor Photographer, Shutterbug, and more. His images have also been used in campaigns for Red Bull, Patagonia, San Disk, Oakley, Yeti, Atomic, Eddie Bauer, and Clif Bar. Christian is an accomplished climber and extreme athlete, and his unique perspective allows him to capture stunning images in remote mountain ranges and no-fall zones. When he's not shooting, he's at home with his wife Julie and son Blaise in Mammoth Lakes, California.