"Assorted Rides" is comprised of a few sessions in California where I met up with a surfer I’ve really enjoyed watching over the years. Devon Howard’s approach to surfing inspired the feel of this short—a modern classic. In preparation for this project, I pored over old surf photography books with works by guys like LeRoy Grannis and Ron Stoner. – Drew Miller
Hawaii-raised artist Jack Soren and his surf-inspired art.
Post lockdown vibes from McTavish Surfboards: “Starring our friends: Harry Carpenter, Christian "Wispy" Barker, Josie Prendergast Matt Chojnacki, Nathan Oldfield, Eleanor McCready, Roisin Carolan and Dan Johnson.
Watch Great Lakes surfer, Erik Wilkie, outwork the frozen waters of Minnesota. Created by Carhartt and Hurley.
“Almost a decade ago, I met Victoria Vergara on a small volcanic landmass deep in the Indian Ocean, known as Reunion Island. Now famous for its shark-infested waters, the incredibly rugged french island is a far-fetched idea from where you'd think this longboarder and model would hail from.” – filmmaker Morgan Maassen.
Central Coast California surfer Nole Cossart and his familial fascination with historical surf-craft from alaias and paddleboards on up to building his on replicas from Tom Blake's 1930 "kook box" designs.
“When I think about creating artwork that speaks to the culture of the west, of my home, that is where my mind rests. Every day is a good day that ends with me in the water, sitting on my surfboard, watching the sun slip into the sea." – Matt Allen. Film by: Dade Shields.
“At the age of twenty one, Honolua Blomfield’s two world titles are an absolutely incredible feat. What I find even more remarkable, however, is her casual demeanor. She exudes an honest simplicity in her approach to surfing, which serves as a refreshing breakaway that competing for a world title both fosters in and demands of people.” – Direct/film/edit: Morgan Maassen.
A film about artist Wolfgang Bloch that follows his rise as a celebrated surf painter to his painful divorce. From those ashes, he he becomes born anew and his painting takes a new direction. Director: Adam Warmington.
From Surfers Journal, an excerpt from Bob Evans’ 1968 classic. Evans is one of surfing’s most prolific early film- and magazine-makers. He ran with the influential surfers of his time and place, including Bob McTavish, George Greenough and Nat Young.
The award winning documentary SPOONS explores Santa Barbara's relationship to the shortboard revolution, as kneeboarder and filmmaking pioneer George Greenough traveled to Australia where he connected with Bob McTavish and Nat Young to ultimately change surfing forever.
Trevor Gordon sips on the cool waters of California. While we are all resting our bones at home, allow "Boo Bapp Bleep" to stretch your mind. A dose of meditative medicine that is gently hammered home through the healing powers of Farmer Dave. Slip into something comfortable (again) and enjoy the ride. – Mollusk Surf Shop
