Vans Surf proudly presents Volume 2 of Sonic Souvenirs, a series focused on the intersection of surf, art and culture told through the lens of one of the world’s most stylish surfers, Mikey February.
Here Now: Past and Present
Here Now: Past & Present is a multi format film by Kyle Buthman for Shred Sledz featuring surfing by Darshan Gooch and Surfboards by Marc Andreini.
Colapinto x Nimerfroh
“Evening Dip” by Jonathan Nimerfron featuring some smooth sliding by Corey Colapinto at a secluded break in San Clemente.
A Moment of Reflection
A tribute to those we lost in 2021 by The Surfers Journal.
Shawn Parkin x Matt Allen
Featuring the surfing of friend, photographer, and former Surfer's Journal photo editor Shawn Parkin. The boys posted up at a local point break and Parkin proceeded to smoothly glide his Deepest Reaches Megafish from the top of the point all the way to the sand, over and over again. Presented by Thalia Surf Shop.
JJ Wessels / Of Salt & Dust
Orange County-based surfer JJ Wessels is a Renaissance man of sorts, relentlessly hustling across a wide variety of artistic and commercial pursuits. Of Salt and Dust takes a candid look into what drives them, including the life-altering setbacks Wessels feels has molded his surfing and work, and continues to inspire his output. – The Surfer’s Journal
Devon Howard x Drew Miller
"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. – Drew Miller
Alex Knost: Mexico & Panama
Originally shot in 2017, Alex Knost turns and tubes on a Bonzer and aLongboard ripping up north in a wetsuit then flies down south to surfing in trunks. Film by Matt Tromberg.
Neal Purchase Jr.
a brief look at where Purchase’s surf-related curiosities merge. Never mind the low-lying swell. The quads and 2+1s ridden are self-shaped—and the sounds provided are self-scored. – The Surfer’s Journal
Women Of The Wave: Wendy Worrell
Born in San Antonio, Texas in 1952, Wendy didn’t start surfing until she was 10, but once her toes tickled the topside of a board she was hooked for life.
Explore Your Mind
While Dane Guduaskas has long transcended thruster-dom, he cuts way outside the norm in his new film, on craft ranging from sub-five-foot to well over 10'0".
Toots: A Cinematic Portrait
Shot on the South Shore of Oahu, Toots is a short film that tracks the day-to-day workings and cruisings of Arthur “Toots” Anchinges.