getting into photography was the best decision in my life. it gave me a chance to document the kids when nobody else was documenting them. every time i called them, they showed up. photos like these are like fine wine. they get better with age. Seth Moniz and Shun Murakami before becoming their own countries superstars…
we would jump on my boat and look for the craziest wave around. it had to be shallow and hollow. then i would throw the anchor and say “go get um boys!” Seth didn’t disappoint…
Kelia was the easiest to shoot. she was also super photogenic. when i pointed the camera at her, she knew what she had to do to get the shot. this was her signature move and when i saw it for the first time, i knew she was going to be the World Champion someday. she was just way ahead of everyone else…
i’ve been trying to be more involved in the fins i’m using. i put a couple in my pocket and change it in the water. it’s crazy how little changes make big differences…
