As a freshman in high school, Chris Oriz decided to take photos of the pros at Pipeline
Skatepark. He was only a little kid who localized the park, but he soon became a prolific
Badlands lensman. Onz enjoys evening dusk shots with colorful sunsets, or blue
sky shots with lots of white clouds. He plans to keep shooting and travelling
while also spending time with Leslie, his daughter. "Waste film until you get
what you like," he says "Talk to other photographers for tips and expand
on their ideas Opposite: Julien Stranger. Above: Ron Chatman.
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