So much for Storm Fences

I made this photograph after last week's hurricane-like storm (sustained winds of over 75 mph). Well, I guess little strips of wood and wire are no match for the power of ocean in the throws of a rather epic storm. If you think the fence looks bad you should see the destruction to the dunes. Intense for sure.

sea kayak rack

I have been shooting a lot of color film as of late- this is a completely new avenue for me and one that I am hoping to have some success with. Until recently I was somewhat "color phobic"- feeling that in someway the addition of color to the photograph might ultimately serve to distract the viewer from my intended message (both emotional and from a form/composition perspective). While I am still unsure how I feel about the use of color, I am open to continued exploration of this aspect of the photographic medium, despite some recent criticism I have received from the lo-fi community.

A tribute to Greg Brady's Tiki God Jinx

I was stoked about the art on this guy's board. It must have been some kind of herb-induced tribute to the Greg Brady Tiki jinx I guess..

Remembering My Brother..

10 years ago this evening (12/23) was the last time I saw my brother, Tom. Unfortunately, later in the early hours of 12/24/99 he passed on. My memory of that evening with him is etched in my mind. We had good laughs and quality conversation that evening that I often think of. Tom's tremendous spirit filled with soul, thoughtfulness and sensitivity still lingers with me. He is missed greatly. Happy Christmas to all!! Enjoy, the time spent with loved ones- Be awake in their presence and encode the memories.

low tide

Good times last night at Andrew Kidman's Ether show at Gallery 303- His photographic work is very inspiring to me.

Dan and his Sacred Craft

This is a photograph I took of Dan and one of his sacred crafts last sunday (ida peaked). Dan rides a variety of boards shaped by a underground shaper here on Long Island (see previous posts of Matt). Dan is so stoked on Matt's boards, quirks and all!!! Check it- a twin fin stinger with diamond tail and wide point way forward. The board is so thick with volume to the rails. say what ya will about it, but Dan is so stoked on them and he rides them WELL.

windblown walk back

a fliipped brownie shot from rhode island. I kinda like the off-balanced body position so counter to surfing.

How do you Enjoy your Day??

This Way?

Or This Way?

Same Ocean, Same Sun, but two very, very different experiences.............

Here is to a Relaxed and Mindful 2009!!

It has been brutally flat and cold over the last week or so here in NY! This shot reminds me of those lazy late afternoon summer beach days I love so much!! the image was shot using a flipped lens brownie hawkeye.