The SV Journal

Explore the people, places, and culture that shape the SV lifestyle. From surf adventures to behind-the-scenes stories, dive into the heart of the ocean community.

Tides of Solitude by Gabriel Vargas

Growing up in Puerto Rico, the ocean has always been a part of me. I’ve spent countless hours in the sea, capturing its raw energy. It’s that one place where...

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Sympathizing With Isolation by Ethan Jones

Salt water cures everything… Often we say “I need to take a dip in the ocean” As if it has some type of healing power. My connection to the ocean...

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A Strong Westerly by Brad Engelbrecht

A bit about me! My family is originally from Zimbabwe, we moved to Australia in 2004 and have lived throughout West Aus ever since. I am now based in Broome...

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The Cove Fish Fry 2020 by Matt Bennie

Three cameras, four rolls of film, my 9’6” log and a towel. I was packed and ready for the seventh annual Waipu Cove Fish Fry and it very nearly started...

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Self-Isolating in the Great Outdoors By Josh Evans

West Australians were self-isolating before it was cool, and before it became the most effective way to flatten the curve. With the current COVID-19 pandemic, staying home is now the...

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Iberian Coast by Lewis Stevenson

In October 2019 a bunch of mates and I booked a last minute trip to Europe to check out some coastal regions that were still playing host to some warmer temperatures.

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A Wild Return by Megan Youngblood

When I was 15, I took a black and white photography class at school. I started spending my lunch breaks in the dark room; I loved the smell, the red...

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Beyond The Horizon by Filipe Mariano

My inspiration for photography comes, that "Beyond the horizon" there are endless possibilities for outcomes. To reach this state of consciousness we must always be very well balanced and also...

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