Ming Poon Photography

Ming Poon Photography Dedicated to expressing my photography & cinematography, while documenting all the people and places

Ming P**n is an adventure sports photographer/director of photography based in Lake Tahoe, California. Passionate about outdoor pursuits, travel and making a difference, Ming is inspired by culture, nature, music, friends and family. Ming’s work has been featured in Teton Gravity Research, Powder Magazine, Backcountry Magazine, Matchstick Productions, Standup Journal, ROAM, Ascent Backcountry Jour

nal, Vermont Life Magazine and a variety of others throughout the globe. His images have also appeared in international commercial campaigns for O’Neill, Jones Snowboards, POC Sports, NOW Bindings, Hestra Gloves, Intuition Liners, Leki Poles and more. An accomplished climber, snowboard mountaineer, mountain guide, mountain biker, and athlete in his own right, he is always a fundamental part of the team on whatever project he's shooting, giving him a unique and intimate perspective at the cutting edge of human endeavor. Not only does he have an eye for the shot, he can actually put himself where he needs to be to get it. You can reach him at [email protected] or on Instagram at .t.poon.

Tomorrow Night in Reno — The SacredI’ll be at the Patagonia store sharing photographs, stories, and video from the Arcti...
03/05/2026

Tomorrow Night in Reno — The Sacred

I’ll be at the Patagonia store sharing photographs, stories, and video from the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge—one of the most remarkable landscapes on Earth and home to some of the most remarkable people I’ve ever encountered. I’ll talk about the wildlife, the Gwich’in people, and why protecting this place matters.

Free show. All ages welcome.

Happy hour from 6–7 PM
Slideshow from 7–8 PM

Free beer thanks to Revision Brewing Company, plus some great giveaway items.

Pro tip: make a night of it and grab dinner at DOPO Pizza next door before or after the show.

Hope to see you there.

Winter if coming!
02/15/2026

Winter if coming!

Won’t you step into the freezerPlease her with a tweezer 2025. What a great room, nice to feel the Bill Graham energy a...
05/02/2025

Won’t you step into the freezer
Please her with a tweezer
2025.
What a great room, nice to feel the Bill Graham energy again.
Stoked to see The Phish from Vermont playing so well and having fun.
Added a few videos for the heads and the last one for and .gaffney .

04/09/2025

Hello Everyone! My name is Beth Walden and I am raising funds for my brother, Rylan Cordova. … Beth Walden needs your support for Rylan's Road to Recovery

Tonight at 7 PM!The last Winter Speaker Series show of the season is here. Join us tonight, February 28, for Dave Nettl...
02/28/2025

Tonight at 7 PM!
The last Winter Speaker Series show of the season is here. Join us tonight, February 28, for Dave Nettle’s “Patagonia – A Climber’s Journey.”
📍 In-person: Palisades Tahoe Olympic Village Event Center
💻 Live stream: YouTube
🎟️ Giveaway tickets & bar proceeds benefit TAMBA
I’m honored to be a Speaker Series sponsor and a Donor Party member, where combined with proceeds from raffle and drink sales, we’ve raised about $100k per show for our local nonprofit beneficiaries. It’s been incredibly meaningful to support such impactful work in our community and be a part of it alongside so many other amazing community members.
Dave is a world-class climber, adventurer, and storyteller—not to mention a great friend, mentor, and the guy who sold me my first trad rack 20 years ago. With accolades that include climbing just about everywhere and completing many first ascents, his storytelling is humorous, insightful, and wildly inspiring—like swapping tales with an old friend.
The last photo, taken in 2010, features (from left to right): Dave Nettle, Hansi Stanteiner ( ) , Glen Poulsen ( AKA Snow Leopard), me, Jim Zellers ( .us ) , and the late Kip Garre—all of whom have influenced me deeply. Some of that inspiration began at the early renditions of the Speaker Series over 20 years ago, where I was lucky enough to learn from them not only as snow sliders and climbers, but as brothers, mentors, and devoted members of the Church of Seven Day Recreationists.
I’ll be there shooting photos, so come say hi, grab a photo, buy a drink and raffle tickets and enjoy the evening. See you at 7 PM.

Today, on International Polar Bear Day, we celebrate these incredible Arctic icons and reflect on the challenges they fa...
02/28/2025

Today, on International Polar Bear Day, we celebrate these incredible Arctic icons and reflect on the challenges they face in a rapidly changing world.

Captured near the Inupiat village of Kaktovik, Alaska, in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, these moments offer a glimpse into the lives of polar bears in one of the last truly wild places on Earth. This refuge is not just their home—it’s a vital ecosystem that connects land, sea, and people who have lived alongside these animals for generations.

As climate change melts the sea ice they depend on, polar bears are spending more time on land, searching for food in new and uncertain ways. This shift leads to more frequent interactions with humans, increasing the potential for conflict. The future of these bears—and the communities that share their home—depends on how we choose to protect the Arctic.

Let’s stand together to safeguard this critical habitat and ensure a future where both people and polar bears can thrive.

Huge congrats to Zeb Schreiber ( ) for landing his first cover on Tahoe Magazine! This shot, taken at near his home in...
12/17/2024

Huge congrats to Zeb Schreiber ( ) for landing his first cover on Tahoe Magazine! This shot, taken at near his home in Tahoma, CA, marks a special milestone of my own—it’s my first cover featuring Tahoe’s rising ski and snowboard stars.
Zeb is part of an insanely talented group of young athletes here in Tahoe—each one incredible on and off the snow. Zeb’s character and work ethic are far beyond his years and more impressive than his ski talents.
A big thanks to the team for highlighting the next generation of talent in our community. Be sure to grab your copy—available now online and at local shops!
Excited to see where Zeb and his crew take their passion, both on snow and in life. Big things ahead for these rising stars.

📍Washoe territory


Honored to have landed the Adventure Journal Issue #35 cover, featuring none other than Jeremy Jones carving stunning t...
11/20/2024

Honored to have landed the Adventure Journal Issue #35 cover, featuring none other than Jeremy Jones carving stunning turns in our beloved Eastern Sierra.

Jeremy isn’t just one of the most decorated snowboarders of all time—he’s a soul shredder, a climate advocate, founder of , and a true inspiration both on and off the mountain. His passion for riding, no matter the conditions, reminds us to stay present, enjoy each day to the max, and come home with the tank empty.

This cover feels extra special because I get to share it with Jeremy, someone who has shaped my life in so many ways. Beyond his achievements, he’s been a mentor, a friend, and a profound influence on how I approach snowboarding, family, and life itself. His dedication to his craft and his family inspires me to live with deeper intention and balance.

Grab a copy, dive into his interview, and let this issue inspire your next adventure.

Honored to be featured in the latest issue of . Grateful to share and highlight my journey as a creative with them. Hug...
10/22/2024

Honored to be featured in the latest issue of . Grateful to share and highlight my journey as a creative with them. Huge thanks to the team for a great conversation, and a special shoutout to the brands, athletes, and clients that help keep this dream alive. Check out the full interview to dive into our adventures, creative process, and more! 🔗 Link in bio . . Thanks to Clayton Boyd for the portrait , Bjarne Salen got the photo shooting in field, and Brennan Lagasse for the photo of me shooting at sunrise.

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Ming P**n is a photographer/director of photography and FAA certified commercial drone pilot based in Lake Tahoe, California. Passionate about outdoor pursuits, travel and making a difference, Ming is inspired by culture, nature, music, friends and family. In 2018, Ming received Powder Magazine’s prestigious Photo of the Year award. Ming’s work has been featured in Teton Gravity Research, Powder Magazine, Backcountry Magazine, Standup Journal, Adventure Sports Journal, ROAM, Ascent Backcountry Journal, Vermont Life Magazine and a variety of others throughout the globe. His images have also appeared in international commercial marketing campaigns for Swatch, O’Neill, Jones Snowboards, POC Sports, NOW Bindings, Hestra Gloves, Intuition Liners, Leki Poles, Thirty-Two, YETI and more.

An accomplished climber, snowboard mountaineer, mountain guide, mountain biker, and athlete in his own right, he is always a fundamental part of the team on whatever project he's shooting, giving him a unique and intimate perspective at the cutting edge of human endeavor.

Not only does he have an eye for the shot, he can actually put himself where he needs to be to get it.

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