Evan Ruderman is a photographer based in California.

Raised under the notion that "the best things in life aren't things," Evan uses a camera to capture and share life's intangible moments. His images tell stories about the outdoors and our experiences within them by way of captivating visuals.

Today, Evan works independently after spending four years as a Photo Assistant to acclaimed adventure photographer Chris Burkard. His love of photography has taken him all over the globe and he has worked with a wide range of clients.

Although Evan typically delivers still images, he has worked with brands to fulfill creative direction, production, and video content needs as well. He isn’t shy of any assignment and is always excited work with new people and new brands. For questions or inquiries, reach out below.

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—  For questions, comments, or inquiries please reach out below or email Evan at evan@evanjruderman.com

 
Reminiscing on the fact that I’ve somehow been on this beautiful stretch of coast for five whole years now. Feels like yesterday that I moved out here for a four month internship with nothing but a backpack and a small duffle bag. Life moves fa
A cold winter night on the ranch with the Jacobers. Had a blast shooting this one. Directed by @alexstrohl for @sienavalleyclub Produced by @nataleretzlaff Photo assist from @juliaordog
A cold winter day on the ranch with the Jacobers. Tai Jacober is a third generation Coloradan rancher. He and his kids run the family cattle operation which is the largest grass-fed beef supplier in Colorado. He cares greatly about the quality of his
Antonio. With a giant smile he told me he’s been chopping up coconuts at this wave for over 25 years. He also told me that he’d look after my bag with my camera in it while I went out to surf and pointed to a spot to leave it. I’m u
The infamous Futaleufú. Another down day from a trip to Chile last fall - as we waited out a storm in the mountains we spent a day rafting instead. I was bummed we weren’t on snow until the clouds parted and I realized where exactly we w
New work for @lasportivagram with @antonkrupicka for the launch of their all new Prodigio shoe. Last minute plans had us on Catalina Island for a mini mission, dodging cacti and rattlesnakes as we ran along these seaside mountain ridges. This was a q
Be happy where you are you ! Not tomorrow or the next day or once you finish that project or land that client or go to that place but right where you are. Had a magical weekend at home that reminded me that so many great things are right here in fr
Lofi moon 🌙
A flight down the coast of southern Chile - an area only accessible by air or sea. Last fall I was down there with @elevenexperience and we were getting skunked on snow and avy conditions so I was sent out to look for waves with @aeroalerce (not a ba
Some new work for @ospreypacks. Last summer they asked me to shoot images for the launch of their new Talon and Tempest packs. Part of their Pro Series, these packs are made for enthusiasts and experts in need of top-tier tech and materials for prope
Old photos for @roarkrunamok that I recently rediscovered and like a lot. Shot on assignment for @chrisburkard in Wyoming with a great crew a while back. Getting excited for long summer days and trail excursions deep into the woods
A few film snaps from a trip to northern Patagonia with @elevenexperience last fall. Originally supposed to be a snowboard trip, plans changed when a weather system rolled in that grounded the helicopters, but that’s just how it goes sometimes.
Morning at the track for @sienavalleyclub last fall. @bjornbredeson sending as always 💪🏼 Director: @alexstrohl Assistant: @juliaordog Producer: @nataleretzlaff