malia manuel by john smart
Some of my guy friends are all about hardcore surf and sport. I think there might be the tiniest hint of that edge in the next issue of REFUELED (but you didn't hear that from me). I've long been fascinated by this culture. I love the idea of barefoot travel and beach bonfires. I'm thoroughly inspired by the fashion of this culture and I find as soon as temperatures heat up I begin to dress a lot more like I live on the edge of the ocean with a board at hand.
bird tree on moorea island by tmc
Alas, the waves are an hour from here. Not bad, really. Although I have surfed a bit, I've recently decided that it wasn't nearly enough. So, rather than locking myself away in studio for the summer, I am seeking inspiration from and interaction with this culture and hope to foster a similar interest in Stash Jr. (This shouldn't be too difficult. She has a similar passion for the ocean and has already swam with dolphins and beluga whales and trolled the Turkish coastline for a little body surfing.)
ashley & noah davis by andria lessler
So the hardcore aspect of the sport is fascinating to no end, but I'm seeking female role models for us. I have no doubt that Gidget will be read this summer (yes, it was a book before a tv series). And I was thrilled to find out about Dear & Yonder: Daring Stories of Ladies United by the Sea.
prue jeffries by tmc
The trailer looks captivating. This is not a big theater release. The film will be traveling to various cities this summer. It just so happens that the film will be showing nearby for all my local readers.
Galveston, TX at Saengerfest Park June 27 at 8:30pm
Roxy team surfer Kassia Meador will be on hand for this free outdoor premier with Roxy giveaways.
Cheers,
