We were lucky to catch up with Josh Fairmont recently and have shared our conversation below.
Alright, Josh thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. We’d love to hear about a project that you’ve worked on that’s meant a lot to you.
The most meaningful project I have worked on was going to Iceland last fall to make a documentary about sheep farmers in the highlands. It all started by getting connected with a National Geographic photographer Ragnar Axlesson. We didn’t really know what we were getting ourselves into, but it turned into the coolest experience i have ever had.
Josh , before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?
I’m a filmmaker from Boulder, Colorado. Growing up immersed in sports, I quickly developed a passion for documenting them. Over the years, I’ve focused on capturing the energy and artistry of skiing and hockey, working with Red Bull, Flylow Gear, and the Colorado College hockey team. I believe sports are a universal language—one of the few forces that can unite people across cultures. Every culture has a sport deeply rooted in its traditions and community, serving as a common ground for connection and storytelling. My goal is to continue exploring the unique and inspiring stories within the world of sports, using film to bring these stories to life and share their power with others.
What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?
The most rewarding aspect for me is the process. Watching things come to life from their original ideas in your head, and seeing how they evolve is such a cool thing. Also the people and places we go are pretty special and it’s very rewarding to be able to tell stories in such unique places.
Is there mission driving your creative journey?
I think what is drving my creative vision is human connection and sports. I think it’s amazing how sports can bring people together in ways like no other, and I want to showcase that and tell those stories in my work.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://cautionmedia.squarespace.com
- Instagram: Joshfairmont
- Linkedin: Josh Fairmont
- Youtube: Caution Media
Image Credits
Photos by Oliver Smith and Josh Fairmont