Liam Doran is not just a Ski and outdoor photographer, but an adventurer at his core. His love of nature and outdoor sports has brought him around the world, but he is always happy to come back home to the mountains of Colorado. Being a ski and snow sportsman’s playground, Colorado provides the Sigma Pro Doran with ample landscapes and recreational sports to work with.
Aspen Mtn, Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk…Lights of XGames can been seen far right
Recently, Doran visited one of his favorite locations, Aspen, which we have already proved is one of the state’s most photogenic locations.
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Doran first went to Aspen to shoot stories for Powder Magazine and OnTheSnow.com. Now, after having met many new friends during his projects there, the photographer likes to return at least once a year.
I sat down with Doran to ask about what it is about Aspen that keeps him coming back when there are so many other ski towns on in the Rockies.
Aspen is one of the classic ski towns in North America. While it is known as a hot spot for the rich and famous it is also a real community with down to earth people who are very passionate about their skiing. I also love the proximity of the skiing to the town. The slopes are right there! The food and nightlife are both fantastic.
Downtwon Apsen
The Belly Up is one of the best venues you could possibly see live music at
Good to see some character still deeply embedded in Aspen
Downtown Aspen with Ajax runs coming right into town
Well, that sure gets us sold on the town. But what about the snow? Is it going to give us powder junkies our fix?
The snow and terrain at Aspen are incredible and as good as anywhere I have skied. There are four mountains actually, Aspen, Snowmass, Buttermilk and Aspen Highlands and they each have their own character for skiers seek out and explore. From family friendly to super challenging Aspen offers terrain for all abilities.
Tj David at Aspen Highlands
Baker Boyd at Aspen Mtn
TJ David at Aspen Mtn
TJ David at Aspen Mtn
As a die-hard snowboarder, Doran’s photos of the snow get me amped up to visit. As Doran closed out our interview, he simply said
Every skier and snowboarder should put Apsen high on their list of places to visit.
Count us in…especially if I have Doran there to take awesome photos of me looking like a bad ass.
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Perfectly groomed runs await skiers on the frontside of Aspen
The view from Aspen(Ajax) over to Highlands
Highlands Bowl…the epicenter of Colorado powder skiing
TJ David at Aspen Mtn
Greg Strokes and Baker Boyd at Aspen Mtn with Highland bowl in the background
Biking to Aspen is still one of the more popular ways to beat traffic
Aspen Mtn scenics
Aspen Mtn scenics
Aspen Mtn scenics
Baker Boyd at Aspen Mtn
Downtown Aspen
Downtown Aspen
Downtwon Apsen
Downtwon Apsen
Tj David at Aspen Highlands
Katrina Devore at Aspen Highlands
Baker Boyd at Aspen Highlands
Apres at Campo de Fueri with Colter J Hinchliffe
Apres at Campo de Fueri with Colter J Hinchliffe
Highlands Ale House
Katrina Devore at Aspen Highlands
