Jimmy Chin
Photographer
“Never think that you won't be questioning your decisions. Because you will....[Just] commit, and then figure it out.”
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By Roadtrip NationJimmy Chin
Milestones
My road in life has been direct.
Grew up thinking he had three career options: doctor, lawyer, or businessman.
His parents pushed him into getting a degree, studying violin, swimming competitively, but skiing and climbing were passions he found for himself.
Lived out of the back of his car, traveling, climbing, and working odd jobs for seven years.
One day, his photographer friend let him play around with his camera; the one photo he took ended up selling for $500.
He realized he could easily make a living and maintain his outdoor lifestyle by pursuing photography.
His parents, who'd been hesitant to accept his unorthodox career, eventually became the biggest fans of his photography.
Says that only by really throwing himself into his passion-climbing-did the doors to his career start to open up.
Believes his liberal arts degree in Asian Studies has actually been put to good use on his expeditions to remote places like Nepal and Pakistan.
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Education
High School
Bachelor
Carleton College
Carleton College
Career
Photographer
I organize expeditions to remote places where I photograph and film documentaries about climbers and athletes.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Action Sports
Art
Being Physically Active
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Feel the Fear and Do it Anyway
While in St. Louis, the team lets their imaginations run free at the City Museum, an architectural marvel and playground made out of found objects from the city. Afterward, they sit down with founder and creator Bob Cassilly to learn what inspired him. In Idaho, they speak with sought-after expedition photographer Jimmy Chin, who opens up about his fears on failing and the dangers of extreme missions. "Fear is healthy," he reminds the Roadtrippers.
