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Photo Showcase: Colin Nearman

We couldn’t be more stoked and more excited to finally receive a full photo feature from Central Coast, CA local Colin Nearman.  An outright phenomenal surfer, having a few sponsors himself, Nearman is equally as talented behind the lens of his camera.

Nearman has always been inspired with the medium of photography as art, yet at times, has struggled to make that leap and to really invest in his craft in an effort to make it a full time career…until last year.  Knowing Nearman well and watching him come up as a grom surfing the Pismo Pier, he always had a great vibe and strong charisma about him. He toyed around with shooting photos, and when I say toyed around, what I mean is that he would take stunning photos with crappy equipment.

After many long talks listening to Colin’s dreams of becoming a professional photographer, focusing especially on surfing, it was evident to see that he just needed the confidence to take a leap of faith into the realms of owning and shooting photos with top professional equipment.

Piece by piece, Nearman began to invest in this better equipment for his craft.  First a Canon 7d camera body, a few decent lenses, and finally, the big daddy macker ultimate surf lens: the Canon 100-400 L Series lens.

Since finally delving full heartedly into his craft, Nearman has produced some outright stunning shots that should now have the attention of photo editors abound.  We’ll be following Nearman’s journey’s, most notably a trip to Iceland he leaves on any day.

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Photo Showcase: Paul Greene

Meet Photographer Paul Greene!

Only 17, and this kid makes me stoked!  There are many great up-and-coming surfers and photographers in our industry all the time, however, there are not many people who say they’re going to do something, and deliver every time… especially at 17!!!  That is why Paul Greene has impressed me so much.

I was first drawn to call Paul to collaborate on an upcoming project for Deep Magazine.  I couldn’t make it to the Santa Barbara/Ventura area to do photo shoots with a few friends, and so because of the photos I saw on Paul’s website and recently on Surfline, I was drawn to email him.  I asked him if he was interested in collaborating with me as a SB photographer, and I wanted to feel him out to see if he might be professional in the realms of deadlines and taking care of timelines.

He has not only met them all, but all the shapers, who are all friends, I sent him to see texted me immediately back that this kid was really awesome to have around the shop.  If you are a shaper, surfer, or magazine editor in need of a kid who’s the real deal both behind the lens and as a professional, the way the word is meant in the business world, hit up Paul as he won’t disappoint.

Shaka,

Surfwanderer

Freak out on Paul’s Website:  http://paulgreenephoto.com

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Photo Showcase: Dylan Gordon

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Hawaii…Photo: Dylan Gordon  dylangordon.com

Since the beginning of the new year, Surfwanderer has met many great photographers who’s eye for something interesting through their surf photography will have them showcasing their photography to many surf magazines in the near future.

Dylan Gordon has just turned 21, literally a night or two ago, and between myself and the other editors of Surfwanderer.com, we are blown away by his ability to capture color, and the power of real life in his photos. Here’s a short sample. If you don’t know Dylan Gordon’s work yet, trust me, you will! As a photographer myself, this guy totally inspires me through his work…oh ya, he’s a totally killer guy too!

Having just graduated from Brooks Institute of Photography, and doing an internship with Chris Burkard, Gordon brings both the knowledge of color and the photography business to his work. He’s already been hired by some big time surf industry leaders to do product photo shoots and color work editing for advertisement campaigns. He’s the real deal, and we’re proud to be working with him.  He just finished a month in Hawaii shooting with the Maui boys, and has now just touched land in Canada for a month of swell.  Check back soon and we’ll try to journal some of his adventures.

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Follow Dylan on instagram @dylangordon  or his website at Dylangordon.com

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R.I.P. Francisco “Franny” Solorio

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It is with a sad heart that I present these photos to you, and with my deepest condolences to Fran’s wife Kasey, daughter Monique, Fran’s family and Fran’s family in the Surfing community. Yesterday a great tragedy hit our community. My friend Francisco Solorio was taken from this life while he was doing what he loved so passionately, surfing. Fran was bit by what was probably a Great White shark while surfing at one of his favorite beaches. Heroic measures were tried by his friends that were surfing with him, but the wound he suffered was too sever, and Fran’s life could not be saved.

Fran was liked by all that had the pleasure of meeting him. He was always laughing and I never heard him say a bad word about anyone. I would see his eyes light up when we would talk about fatherhood, our children and his deep love for his wife and daughter. He was always stoked to be at the beach, even if the surfing conditions were’t perfect, and he would paddle out with the stoke of a man with deep love and understanding of the ocean.

Fran, I hope right now you are shredding perfect waves in Heaven. Rest in Peace my friend, and Aloha Nui Loa……Liebsie

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Photo Showcase: Teddy Miller

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Photos: Teddy Miller

Make sure to view this gallery full screen!

Stay tuned for more photos from Teddy as he will be shooting all Winter.

Editor’s Note:
Teddy’s blog had been out of commission for a couple months while his computer was experiencing some major problems. Lucky for us he was still shooting and didn’t lose all of his photos! Yeeewww

If you’ve never seen his blog before check it out and you’ll realize why we’re stoked to have him on Surfwanderer. Teddy’s Weird World.

Camera Gear
Nikon D3100

For Prints or questions about his photos / Contact Teddy
tmillie55@gmail.com

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Fraggle

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Surfer:  Fraggle  Photo: Shawn Tracht

By far, one of my favorite guys to end up in the water with, and one of the most surf photogenic as well, Fraggle (and he’s asked to leave his real now in the water), is always a pleasure to shoot photos of.

This was a day when there weren’t even supposed to be waves breaking, especially at this little spot.  We actually were just hiking in for the heck of it on a semi-summer morning.  Fraggle had the longboard, and I was a bit lazy, so I sat back with the camera for a while as he paddled out.  On his first wave, he got a backside pig-dog barrel.  Then, on this next one, he went all Alex Knostian on me, and threw up the dog-leg right!

Anyway, long story short, it ended up being a fun sesh, the sun peaked out, and the memories were worth the hike in.

 

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Photo Showcase: Trevor Murphy

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Photo: Trevor Murphy // Bali

Eastside of Bali . This was my first shot of the day as I got caught inside on my paddle out. Sometimes the strange, “oops” moments turn out to be the best.

Camera Gear
Canon 7d // AquaTech CO-7 Water Housing

Camera Lens
8-15mm Fish

Camera Settings
F-Stop: f/8
Shutter Speed: 1/1600
ISO: 640

See More from Trevor Murphey at : www.tmurphyphotography.com

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‘Liquid Dreams’ by Scotty Carter

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Blue Curacao

These photos are meant to be a part of the Celebration of Water, Light, And Energy. They are a representative of those dreams that become realities.

Scotty Carter loves the artistic element of waves and if he can dream it, he can create it. He is in tune with the natural mystic and hydrodynamic processes that bring us the waves we love. He is as much a scientist as he is a surf photographer and artist. He is one of the most knowlegeable people on the diversity of waves and how each reef, cove and beach bends the energy it receives from storms thousands of miles away to become our favorite surf breaks.

25 years of experience as a cinematographer and photographer have made him one of the world’s experts at waves. Scotty is an ego-less personality and artist, so it is really difficult for him to accept the praise that he gets or the writing that is done on his behalf. He is happy in producing wave imagery and art that makes the world smile. As a customer of his I can tell you that I love having his work in my house and consistently hear the same from customers.

-Rob Brack

Click HERE to See the Gallery!

Thank you to Scotty and Rob for the photos and words. Don’t miss out on Scotty’s epic website.

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Photo Showcase September: Seth Migdail

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Photo: Seth Migdail

Corduroy Lines

I had the crew, the swell was pumping and the winds were light offshore. As I drove down towards Pacifica, I could see the corduroy lines stretched out to the horizon, taunting me as I sat in my driver’s seat. My first glimpse of the pier from way above on PCH 1 was a perfectly clean left pitching into a tight, incandescent barrel, empty and beautiful. That was not my destination. I had planned to meet up with a few local rippers, and as I drove down, got a call from South African big wave surfer Frank Solomon to find out where I thought it might be good. I told him where I was going, a little secret spot just north of Pacifica that was sure to be firing. He was on the way with Joao de Macedo, another big wave surfer from Portugal (now residing in San Francisco) who I had texted earlier and rattled out of bed.

Armed with a 500mm on a mono-pod I spent the next two hours shuffling north and south repositioning myself as perfect a-frames peeled off left and right. The crew was killing it, stuffing into overhead barrels and ripping apart oily smooth faces. In between all the action I scoped the empty waves north and south of where I was camped. One thing I love about shooting in NorCal is that there is always epic scenery as a backdrop, and this spot is no exception. I had been trying to line this shot up all morning, but as the tide started to fill in, I kept getting pushed back up towards the cliff. I was pretty much at waters edge when I snapped this one, leaning forward a bit to get out past the jutting rocks.

Stay tuned for a full gallery of images from that day…

-Seth

Camera Gear
Canon EOS 7D

Camera Lens
EFS 500mm f/4L IS USM
Photo taken at 500mm

Camera Settings
F-stop: f/5.0
Shutter Speed: 1/2500
ISO: 160
Aperture Priority mode

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August Photo Face-off: “Lineups”

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The month of August continued to be an exciting time for the Surfwanderer team as photographers submitted their shots to be featured in our August Showcase- “Lineups.” As a Surfwanderer, we believe that whether you’re a professional or an amateur, there’s a spot with us for your work to be showcased. Like we always say, photography is about sharing our experiences through the eye of a camera lens. It helps bring back to life the moments we wish we could stay in forever.

Simply click the link below, check out the photos, then VOTE at the bottom of the page. This will only run from today until Thursday, so make sure to tell everyone you know to vote soon! The winner will be announced shortly after the contest is over next week.

As Da Lieb would say…  ”Stay Stoked and Stay Forever Young”

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Photo Showcase: Matt Aden

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Photo: Matt Aden

Matt Aden Photography

Photo: Matt Aden // Supper Time

This was a weird day. I shot these photos around 1 PM which is insane considering how glassy the water was. The water was actually this color that day. I was baffeled. Water temp 74, air temp 70 so the algae in the water is growing like mad. Glassy Green tubes and NOBODY out. The thing about San Clemente is the wave are so fast that alot of really good surfers are groomed there. You make the drop and either pull into a quick tube or launch an air, not much time for anything else.

Camera Gear
Cannon T2i – Del Mar Housing Project

Camera Lens
ROKINON 14mm Ultra-Wide Angle

Camera Settings
Iso: 100
Shutter: 1/500
F/ 2.8

See more from Matt on his Facebook :  http://www.facebook.com/?ref=tn_tnmn#!/pages/Matt-Aden-Photography/434989849874562
Or on his website: http://www.adenphotography.com/
And click here to buy his work: http://society6.com/AdenPhotography

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Photo Showcase: Teddy Miller

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Photo: Teddy Miller

This photo sums up my relationship with this particular spot. It is an ominous place. The desolate beach, peppered with elephant seal pup appetizers, and over-looming rock formations, creates a constant feeling of unease. This picture was taken moments after a session in which the company of another surfer would have been welcomed with open arms.

The heavy waves, complimented by a unique back drop, allowed for some photos that portray the variety of emotions I experienced as I walked back to my truck. This place can leave you bitter, frustrated, and even scared beyond belief, but it only takes one good wave out there to erase any of those memories, and a return trip is inevitable.

-Teddy

Camera Gear
Nikon D3100

Camera Lens
@ 52 mm

Camera Settings
F./ 7.1
SS 1/200
ISO 100

Be sure to check out Teddy’s blog! Guy’s got talent:
http://shredward.blogspot.com/

For Prints / Contact
tmillie55@gmail.com

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Photo Showcase: Thomas Sebourn

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Photo: Thomas Sebourn

The South Bay of Los Angeles rarely sees overhead+ surf, and there are only a handful of spots that produce “rideable” waves. I do not recall what the forecast was for this morning, but I wouldn’t have dragged my butt out of bed unless the surf was going to be well overhead.

When I arrived the only person out was local South Bay charger, Tyler Hatzikian. He caught three or four Pipeline-like waves and called it a morning. I snapped this image as the sun was rising. The best light always happens in the 15 minutes before the beach and ocean is drenched with direct sunlight. You can see Palos Verdes and Catalina in the background.

El Porto can look deceivingly makeable from the beach, but I can assure you that this wave was 100% un-makeable unless you were to tow-in. By my estimates, this wave is at least two feet overhead.

Camera Gear
Sony A700

Camera Lens
@ 200mm

Camera Settings
F./ 4.5
SS 1/250
ISO 400

Work can be viewed at:
http://thomasjsebourn.zenfolio.com/

Contact Thomas At:
thomasjsebournphotography@gmail.com

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Photo Showcase: Brent Lieberman

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Photo: Brent Lieberman

Photo: Brent Lieberman

Lion’s Mane

This is what happens when backwash turns a six foot wave into fifteen feet of churning fury!

Camera Gear
Nikon D3

Camera Lens
600mm F4 Nano Crystal

Camera Settings
F./ 4
SS 1/2500
ISO 800

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Surfer Showcase: Behind the Wave

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Shawn Tracht takes a water photo of Cameron Rigby in Shell Beach, California

Shawn Tracht takes a water photo of Cameron Rigby in Shell Beach, California

Working with a great surfer in town with a great attitude and a passion for surfing is what it is all about for me.  Getting a half-way decent surf shot isn’t easy.  Getting a good shot is harder, and getting a surfing photo from the water that you want to put on your own wall is a rare event.

In this photo here, Cameron Rigby was on about his tenth wave of the day on a smaller swell during the Spring.  The tide wasn’t totally right, and our favorite little reef wasn’t really bowling up like normal.  I was out of place all morning for most of my bros, and on the wave before this, Cam flew by me and hit the lip a little low, too low to see his board.  Out of excitement and seeing the sun coming up through my tiny view finder, I yelled to Cam as he paddle by, laughing as he always is, “dude, bust the tail out huge on the next inside wave after you pass by, and we’re going to line-up an all time shot!”

Screaming in laughter, he told me I was way over ampping for the waves and told me he’d throw it up there.

Stoooookkkkkkkked!  Cheers to Cameron Rigby, crappy waves, and killer sunrises at your favorite little reef.  To us few buddies surfing that day, this is what it’s all about.

Camera Gear
Canon 7D

Lens
24 mm

Settings
Tv Mode
F.2.8
Shutter Speed: 1000
Aperture: Auto
SPL Water Housing

See more from Shawn at Stsurf.com

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July Photo Face-Off

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Photo Showcase, Surf, July, Surfing, Brent Lieberman, Dan Kuras, Trevor Murphy, Seth Migdail, Brian Peters, Shawn Tracht

The month of July was an exciting time for the Surfwanderer team as photographers from all over the United States and other parts of the world began submitting their shots to be featured in our Photo Showcase. Since then, we’ve published some amazing work from well-known photographers right on down to the yet to be discovered local guys who shoot for fun. I think we can all agree that no matter who is taking the picture, photography is about sharing our experiences through the eye of a camera lens. Whether you shoot with a Canon (seems to be the favorite), a Nikon, or somewhere in-between, photography helps bring back to life the moments we wish we could stay in forever.

So without further adieu, we bring you the first Surfwanderer Photo Face-Off. Simply click the link below, check out the photos, then vote at the bottom of the page. This will only run from today until Sunday so make sure to tell everyone you know to vote soon! The winner will be announced shortly after the contest is over next week.

As Da Lieb would say…  ”Stay Stoked and Stay Forever Young”

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Photo Showcase: Seth Migdail

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Photo: Seth Migdail

Seth Migdail, Ocean Beach, Surf, Surfwanderer, Epic, Barrel

This diptych shows why Ocean Beach is a world class wave, sometimes.When the ASP came to town, it didn’t disappoint, offering up some of the best conditions OB had to offer.  Days like that and the one in the photos are the reason why the local surfers endure such harsh conditions the rest of the time. Typically, it’s cold, windy, choppy and by no means photogenic in the conventional sense. The rawness is the beauty that is Ocean Beach. No swaying palm trees and no bikini clap sunbathers; only the vast open ocean and an occasional tanker. That’s why I love shooting there so much, it’s always a challenge.

This day, and the better part of a week last December, conditions where big, clean and consistant up and down the beach. From middle beach, you could look down to Sloat and up the Kelly’s Cove and see all the bars breaking; the perfect strategic spot to formulate a plan of where you wanted to surf. The two guys is the photo where among the many who stopped there while I was shooting, catching a quick glimpse of a set wave and then scurrying off to suit up.  Marty Magnusen however almost always hit the beach ready to surf, already suited and amped to get in the water. Here he is setting up for one of many perfect barrels from that day.

Just a quick introduction to one of my favorite surf spots to shoot. More to come…

Seth

Camera Gear
Canon EOS 7D

Camera Lens
EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
Photo taken at 400mm

Camera Settings
Photo Left:                                                       Photo Right:
F-stop: f/4.5                                                     F-stop: f/4
Shutter Speed: 1/1000                                    Shutter Speed: 1/1000
ISO: 100                                                          ISO: 100
Aperture Priority mode                                    Aperture Priority mode

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Photo Showcase: Matt Aden

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Pit, Barrel, GoPro, Surf, Sunset, Surfing

Photo: Matt Aden

The one that changed everything! It was a cold winter evening down in San Diego. I had never taken a wave photo before and decided that this was going to be the day. So I suited up, put on my fins and dove in, not knowing what I was about to get myself into. Bloody hands, an ice cream headache, scratched housing lens port, and numerous bumps and bruises later I realized that wave photography wasn’t going to be easy.  I swam around for over an hour, couldn’t figure out where to position myself, or what setting to put my camera on. Should I take a video?  Or should I take a single shot? This was definitely a learning experience (it still is every time).  I took about 500 photos that day and it turned out that the last one was the only one that counted. This perfect wave rolled through and cleaned me up. It washed me, my camera and my dignity up onto the dry reef, destroying my new lens port and cutting my hands to shreds. By the time it was done I was 200 yards from the break trying to clear the cob webs. When I got home and looked though the pictures I saw this gem, my first and favorite picture taken to date. It sits framed above my desk at work as a daily reminder of the beauty and power found deep in the heart of a wave.

-Matt

Camera Gear
GoPro HD2

Camera Lens

Camera Settings

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Photo Showcase: Trevor Murphy

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Indonesia Surfing Barrel Padang Padang Green Room Surfing

This shot was taken on a unusually uncrowded day at Padang Padang 5:00pm June 3rd 2012.  Living in Indonesia for the past ten years I have seen the many faces of change that comes with sudden money and power. Booming infrastructure, gridlock traffic and pollution. The one constant is the waves and the vibe that you get from surfing in Indonesia …stoke!!!!! Just ask this unknown surfer. He probably planned his Indo surf adventure for months, travelled anywhere from six to forty hours. Haggled with porters and customs officials at the airport . Payed way to much for taxis, rental cars, lodging, food and everything else that comes with being born with the West’s silver spoon in your mouth.

All that being said, How much would you pay to find yourself at six to eight foot Padang with four other guys? Not to mention not a drop of water out of place, tide at the perfect level and the wind a gentile offshore breeze.  I would have asked him myself but, I never caught his name. Nor did he ask for mine , or inquire about this photo or the hundred others I took of him. All he wanted was another.

Cheers …

Camera Gear
Canon EOS 7D in AquaTech CO-7 Housing

Camera Lens
EF 70-200mm

Camera Settings
F-stop: f/5.6
Shutter Speed: 1/2000
ISO: 200

See More from Trevor Murphey at : www.tmurphyphotography.com
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