Crag Cleanup & Climb
Trace Club Presents: Crag Cleanup & Climb
Featuring: Captura by Escalemos
July 20, 2024 | 4:00PM
Trace Club's Crag Cleanup and Climb with @EscalemosOrg's Captura workshop is coming to Mt. Rubidoux. The day will feature stewardship, community, gear raffles, and hydration from our friends @LiquidDeath.
Capacity is limited. As such, spots for the event will be allocated via a lottery system. Register below and keep in mind that the registration window will end this Wednesday (7/3). Selected participants will be notified by end of week.
Curious about Captura?
Captura by Escalemos is a photography workshop designed to connect photographers and subjects of all skill levels by providing peer support and fostering community access.
The aim of Captura is to empower participants to see themselves with dignity, both in front of the lens and behind it.
How does it work?
Sign up to participate in Trace Club’s Crag Cleanup and Climb to be automatically entered into our lottery. 20 participants will be selected and randomly paired up with a participating photographer for a 30 min photo shoot (following our crag cleanup). Participants will receive: 1 portrait and 1 dynamic climbing shot following the event.
Why focus on photography?
Often times folks are unable to view themselves as empowered individuals within climbing media due to a lack of involvement in the photographic process as historically underrepresented communities are traditionally not active participants/subjects. By focusing on integrating community into the process, we can collectively work to broaden who the subjects are that we view in modern climbing media as well as the photographers involved in the shoots.
Meet our first round of Captura photographers!
Sabrina Claros
Sabrina is an LA-based photographer and videographer creating at the intersection of adventure, environmentalism, and outdoor equity. She believes in the power of visual storytelling to create awareness and access to outdoor spaces. Previous work includes Teva, Rtic, Hipcamp, The National Forest Foundation, and more.
See some of their work below:
Monica Henriquez
Monica Henriquez, born and raised in the San Fernando Valley, has been a dedicated photographer for the past 10 years. She began her career photographing models in Sun Valley, where she honed her skills and developed a keen eye for capturing striking images. Now, Monica is eager to branch out into rock climbing photography, driven by a passion to capture her friends in action on the climbing wall. Her goal is to combine her love for adventure with her photographic expertise.
See some of their work below:
Fabian Garcia
Fabian Garcia, the second-born child of Mexican immigrants, thrives on independence. Growing up as the "wild" or "forgotten" middle child had its challenges, but it also fostered a strong sense of self-reliance. Recently, climbing is Fabian's obsession. Despite starting only a few months ago, he's completely hooked. This adventurous spirit extends to his renewed interest in photography. After a stint in high school yearbook sparked a love for capturing moments, Fabian is re-exploring the world through a lens, this time with a mirrorless camera. He's still searching for his signature style, but the joy of experimentation fuels his passion.
See some of their work below:
Blake Wright
Timothy (Blake) Wright is a photographer based in Los Angeles, California, known for his keen eye in capturing photos that evoke emotion. He has honed his craft in the art of photography, creating mesmerizing visuals and telling captivating stories through his lens. Whether it's nature, people, or still life, Blake finds deep meaning in every aspect of his work.
See some of their work below:
Daniela Ríos
Daniela, a Colombian photographer and filmmaker based in LA, specializes in adventure and lifestyle photography. She is passionate about using storytelling as a tool for empowerment. Daniela also serves as an ambassador for Madrock and Wondery Outdoors, working to create a more inclusive space for her Latinx community within the climbing world.
See some of their work below:
