Trevor Blackman is a Carpinteria-based trail runner and landscape photographer. A husband and father of five, he can often be found on local trails before sunrise with a camera tucked into his running pack. His photography is inspired by the places running takes him and the quiet moments found outdoors. Trevor exhibits his work at Mneian Gallery in Carpinteria, where he also teaches film photography workshops.

When did you start running? I started running in high school but just on my own, not with my school. I lived near the beach and could check various surf spots while ran.
What inspired you to begin? I did not do sports in high school. I was in orchestra and surfed daily and wanted to do more to stay in shape.
What are your short- and long-term goals? Short-term, I plan to stay in enough run shape to continue to trail run with my camera in SB hillside. Long-term, I’m throwing around the idea of running the Oregon Pacific Trail with my camera.
Trail or road runner? Trail but sometimes road ;)
What’s one running tip you’d love to share with others? Go at your own speed.
What has been your proudest running moment? While out on a run, I ran into my high school son coming back from a 10 mile run with a huge smile on his face. Introducing others into the running lifestyle is special.

Thank you, Trevor, for inspiring our community.