Heather Bayer
ADVENTURE PHOTOGRAPHER & FILMMAKER TELLING STORIES FROM THE EDGE
MOTION
Shifting Lines is a short, grassroots documentary about the power of pursuing what you’re passionate about and learning to move through fear along the way. Set atop Vail Pass in Colorado’s backcountry, the film follows four athletes as they blend skiing and highlining into a bold, creative adventure. Built from the ground up by a tight-knit team of athletes and filmmakers, the project captures not adrenaline, but meaning, connection, and the elusive feeling of flow. At its core, Shifting Lines is about trusting your team, embracing discomfort, and following the pursuits that make you feel most alive.
Director: Heather Bayer
Executive Producer: Cheyenne Smith | Associate Producer: Brigit Stattelman-Scanlan | Director of Photography (DP): Alex Brady | Camera Operator(s): Alex Brady, Heather Bayer, Cole Arnot | Drone Operator(s): Heather Bayer, Paul Jobin, Alex Brady | Athletes: Heather Bayer, Cheyenne Smith, Jayden Simisky, Davis Hermes | Stills Photographer: Paul Jobin | Editor: Jack Hessler | Colorist: Jensen Vinca | Composer: Bailey Jeffs | Production Assistant: Mathias Omann
STILLS
About
I’m a filmmaker and adventure photographer drawn to wild places, human connection, and the stories that unfold when people step beyond their comfort zones.
Through film and photography, I capture moments of awe, risk, and quiet beauty that inspire curiosity, adventure, and a deeper connection to the natural world.
I believe that when people fall in love with the planet, they’re more likely to protect it.
When I’m not in the mountains, I’m at home with my cat, cooking, or planning the next adventure.
Certifications
Professional Photography Degree — Colorado Mountain College
Licensed Drone Pilot (Part 107)
DaVinci Resolve Specialist
Adobe Suite — Photoshop, Premiere, Lightroom, etc.