I’m Blake Pickup, a professional action sports photographer and filmmaker from New Zealand.
I work across mountain biking, snowboarding, skateboarding, BMX, and adventure projects, capturing and sharing what I’ve learned over a decade in the field.
Here, I share real-world lessons, behind-the-scenes breakdowns, and creative insights to help you improve your photography, sharpen your eye, and feel more confident behind the camera.
Because great photography doesn’t come from what you own, it comes from how you think, plan, and create.
Whether you’re here to grow as a photographer, follow the process behind my photo and film projects, or just stay creatively inspired — welcome to the ride.