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Cover Story / Natalia Smith By Dane Grady Natalia is one of my all time favorite wave riding subjects. She has classic style, a curvy physique and is always driven to create unique imagery. I call Natalia every time spectacular longboarding conditions come together. This photo was taken from a new angle I had wanted to shoot at one our favorite logging spots. What made this particular image standout to me was the feel of the entire scene, the essence. Light wrapping around an elegant figure, clouds melting into the hills with a glowing sunset... This photo contains the exact combination of elements that I was trying to capture. But getting the shot was no easy task. This location required me to shoot from a soft top 150 yards off the beach, in the middle of the impact zone. It was my first time attempting to shoot in the water from this angle. I learned quickly that it would be a workout trying to keep myself lined up with the subject amongst the continuous whitewash. Sitting over a very small, particular section of the reef was the only way to properly line up with Natalia on this session. A few waist high sets rolled it and she opted for the longer, steeper second wave. We linked up perfectly and I knew at that moment I had captured exactly what I had set out to get. Longboarding was how I learned to surf as a child and is probably still my favorite way to ride a wave. It has been a continuous goal of mine to document the small, artistic community of Hawai’i’s logging culture. I feel modern day progressive surfing has lost its roots in certain ways, so documenting modern day, classic longboarding helps keep things balanced. The timelessness of classic logging, coupled with superb conditions and lighting, remains at the top of what my camera and I crave. pau
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32 Celebration Wahine The best local girls we know
58 Aperture Photo evidence of wahine magic
70 Mother Love Tammy Moniz / Mother Moniz
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HI Life for Wahine There are certain high points in life. Graduating high school, winning a competition, traveling to a new place are some noteworthy ones, among many others of course. The big events tend to stand out to us most. But there are also high points folded into the every day parts of life. Like listening to a really good song, watching a gorgeous sunset or being in the company of good friends. Before the waves completely died out on the North Shore, I had one of these small yet tremendous natural highs. It was with a longboard, a couple good girlfriends and some fun rides at Backyards. Nothing beats this kind of fun! In Hawai’i, we are blessed with outdoor enjoyment on tap; sharing it with loved ones just makes it even better. I also realized that there is something unique about girls surfing together, which differs from a group of guys. Call me cliché, but girls are so eager to encourage one another, cheer after a fun ride or just be goofy together while enjoying the ocean. I imagine guys have these types of sessions too, but for females, there just seems to be one concern while surfinghaving an extremely good time together. While gathering quotes and interviews for this issue, it was obvious the other wahine feel the same way. Alessa Quizon mentioned that one of her ultimate goals in life is to simply have a great time when surfing. Ha‘a Keaulana just had the trip of a lifetime in Tahiti with a few close girlfriends. Mahina Maeda wrote about the greatest possible surf session in the world, and it included just her fellow surfer girls. Rochelle
Ballard described a newfound love for surfing, initiated by fun surf sessions with friends back home on Kauai. Freesurf’s annual Wahine Issue is an ode to the feminine side of our sport. While these ladies are good at letting loose and having fun, the images and words also portray their power. Depicted in our Aperture photo gallery (page 58), our main feature (page 32) and throughout the rest of the color-saturated pages, the Wahine Issue is light-hearted while also driving home the influence and respect these women have over our community and the industry as a whole. We highlight current champs, surf fashionistas, WCT competitors, longboarders, freesurfers, the upcoming talent of Hawai’i and more. Each girl celebrated in this magazine represents style, confidence, femininity, charm, intelligence... And of course a way with waves. This issue is a collection of grace and power, and pays homage to women everywhere. For every day that I’ve worked on this issue, I’ve received positive reminders of what it means to be a female enjoying life in Hawai’i. I have to say... we know how to have fun. After the workweek ends it is time for play, and I can’t think of a better place to be than in Hawai’i’s exceptional outdoors, and with a good group of girlfriends. - Lauren Rolland Associate Publisher/ Editor
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Jamba Hawai’i Blending Aloha Concert Jamba Juice celebrated 15 years in the Aloha state with their Blending Aloha Concert at the Honolulu Zoo, on Saturday, June 14th. The anniversary party featured a variety of fun things for guests, including a spin-the-wheel game for prizes, free samples of Jamba Juice’s new Papaya Sunrise smoothie, a photo booth with wacky props, a tent featuring Kokua Worms (with worm composting demos), live music and more.
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Paula Fuga, Anuhea and Siaosi performed onstage to an audience of keiki, parents, friends and island residents. With picnic blankets laid out on the lawn and the sun setting behind the banyan trees, the Honolulu Zoo was the perfect backdrop for this free festive event. Meanwhile, skaters from Proper Ride Shop and other local skate shops dropped in on the 6-foot half pipe, made possible by Portable Halfpipe Hawai’i. The kids shredded till there was no daylight left, and provided fun entertainment for many of the event guests. Night fell and the sweet melodies of Anuhea could be heard throughout the park, along with fabulous emceeing from Jamba Hawai’i’s district manager Mike Palmer. Marketing Manager Christy Davis was a huge contribution to the event as well, and together, the Jamba Hawai’i team put on a wonderfully successful and fun anniversary celebration. Mahalo to Jamba Juice and sponsors for hosting the Blending Aloha Concert and sharing the stoke of 15 years with Oahu’s community!
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Medina and Fitzgibbons Victorious at 2014 Fiji Pro Congratulations to Brazilian Gabriel Medina and Australia’s Sally Fitzgibbons for taking the title of this year’s Fiji Pro, stop No. 5 of 11 on the 2014 Samsung Galaxy ASP World Championship Tour (WCT). This is Medina’s second event win of the season, taking the win over 2013 Rookie of the Year Nat Young (USA) in a hard-fought final. Reigning supreme in 3 to 5 foot surf at Cloudbreak, the win moves Medina back to the top of the ASP WCT Rankings after he defeated Hawai’i’s John John Florence and Freddy Patacchia, as well as California’s Kolohe Andino on his way to the Final. Sally Fitzgibbons and Stephanie Gilmore battled it out in solid waves during the Womens Final, with each of them notching up small scores at the beginning of the heat. Gilmore, five-time world champ, held the lead from the start, but Fitzgibbons managed to score a 6.00, which put
her within reach of the title. She needed a 2.73 to win in the closing minutes and on her next wave she scored a 3.00, bringing home a consecutive win on the women’s WCT. Up next the women are surfing Huntington Beach for the US Open of Surfing, with Carissa Moore as the defending champion. The men are heading over to South Africa to surf J Bay, with Adriano De Souza hoping to successfully defend his title.
US Troops Enjoy a Day of Sun, Surf & Camaraderie Photos: M. McEwen The eighth annual All-Military Surf Classic, Presented by HIC, Quiksilver and MWR brought active US Military and Department of Defense personnel, retirees and their families together for a day of sun, surf and competition on Saturday, June 7th. The event was held at White Plains Beach, which is located on the former Barber’s Point Naval Air Base in Kalaeloa, on Oahu’s southwest shore. Although small surf and strong winds created challenging conditions throughout the event, the level of stoke amongst the competitors and fans couldn’t have been greater. Hawaiian Island Creations and Quiksilver are honored to support the men and women of the US Armed Forces who proudly serve our country. Stay safe, keep surfing and enjoy the ride.
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Hawai’i Surfing Championship Series The first of a three event surf series took place at Kewalo Basin this past month, known as The Hawai’i Surfing Championship Series, which was hosted by noRep Boardshorts. Dedicated to giving Hawai’i pro surfers their very own local tour, the concept was co-founded by professional longboarder Kai Sallas. Kai aims to establish a series of ASP-sanctioned events to allow Hawai’i’s top surfers to compete for points and qualify for events like the Triple Crown of Surfing or the World Longboard Tour. “When I came back from the 2013 World Longboard Championships, I found out that they cancelled the only 2 ASP Professional Contests,” explains Kai. “Being that Hawai’i is the birthplace of surfing and the surfing mecca of the world, it’s sad to see there are no surf contests on the south shore, so this is my way to give back to the surfing community.”
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For the first neighbor island stop of the tour, Shipwrecks Beach on the south side of Kauai hosted the tight knit pack of frothing Hawai’i bodyboarders for the Shipwrecks Challenge, sponsored by Kellogg’s and Pepsi. As the IBA Hawai’i tour continues to grow and evolve, more neighbor island events will be added, giving statewide bodyboarders the chance to compete and gain points toward bigger events. “It’s critical for the Hawai’i riders because the top placers at the end of the year go straight into the Pipeline event and don’t have to go through the trials with all the international guys,” explains event director Ben Severson. One walk around the event shows just how dedicated the Hawai’i contingent of bodyboarders are. And they are most definitely stoked at the opportunity to get together and compete for the love of the sport. “It gives everyone in Hawai’i a chance to show what they got and it’s a great way for the young kids to get exposure,” states Kauai native and former winner Matt Holzman. “It’s exactly what bodyboarding needs.”
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With divisions ranging from Junior and Women Pro to Drop Knee and the Men Pro field, there was a mix of competitors of all ages and disciplines. Shipwrecks proved the perfect venue for the bodyboarding craft. With a mix of sand and reef producing both lefts and rights just off the beach, competitors were able to combo waves all the way up onto the sand to maximize scoring potential.
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Throughout the two days of competition, standouts emerged and it was the local grom Sammy Morretino that made the biggest splash. Entered in the Jr Pro, DK and Mens Pro division, Sammy showed off his well-versed style, making two finals and taking out the Jr Pro division in dominant fashion. The Women Pro division was once again dominated by Oahu west side girl Melanie Bartels, who has made a habit of taking the top spot. The DK Pros saw a close battle, but ‘Da Hammah’ Micah McMullin came out on top. In the highly anticipated Men’s Pro final, Maui pro Jacob Romero flipped his way to the top of the podium, giving many of the groms something to aspire to.
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Jacob sums it up best when he says “When I was a kid I always wanted to see the top pros enter a contest and its good to see all the kids get amped to come and compete. I just want to inspire kids, and not only the kids but also the adults to keep going and keep doing what you love.” Special thanks go out to the IBA Hawai’i Pro Tour Shipwrecks Challenge sponsors: Kellogg’s, Pepsi, Science, Gyroll, MS Viper, T&C Surf Designs, and All Redy Eye Kauai. Keep an eye out for the full episode of Billabong Surf TV highlighting the event. Here are the results of the IBA Shipwrecks Challenge. Jr Pro 1st - Sammy Morretino 2nd - Patrick Orr 3rd - Kainoa Lono 4th - Kainoa Mattos Women Pro 1st - Melanie Bartels 2nd - Ashley Hori 3rd - Sandra Silva DK Pro 1st – Micah McMullin 26
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Every summer, Local Motion puts on the biggest amateur surf contest of the year at the best wave on the south shore, Ala Moana Bowls. This year the event was kicked up a few notches, adding two new exciting features to the usual competition format. With new presenting sponsor Vissla added to the game, they created a different division called Creators & Innovators. This arm of the event highlights the foam altering stewards that make some of the greatest surfboards out on the Hawai’i market today. Shapers from across the Islands were invited to battle for shaping glory and a custom built accurate planer designed specifically for the best performing shaper/surfer. With a powerful display of westside style, Bouvey Bradbury used his hand-shaped design to wreak havoc on the glassy Ala Moana lips, and dominated the final. The victory earned him the prized $1,500 custom accurate planer and bragging rights amongst the distinguished circle of Hawai’i shapers… at least until next year. Fortunately this year was blessed with some of the best surf the Surf Into Summer has seen in a while. Each of the three contest days saw considerable swell by any local’s standards, allowing for competitors of all ages and disciplines to showcase their best on the south shore’s premier wave in prime form. Menehunes, Girls, Boys, Junior Mens, Masters, Senior Mens and Longboard divisions were more than pleased to participate.
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But the real deal came with the aptly named “Thrash for Cash” division, bringing a professional aspect to the Local Motion Surf Into Summer event for the first time. Frothing island pros reveled at the chance to surf uncrowded Ala Moana bowls with cash incentives, filling the heat lineups early on with an array of Hawai’i’s seasoned rippers.
took the reins early and didn’t look back, catching the first good wave of the final and locking in a keeper score. As the three goofies jockeyed throughout the heat for medium scores, Seth sat out the back and finished them off with a beautiful backside barrel combination on the highest scored wave of the final.
The 1st and 2nd place surfers win money for every heat advancement, making the competition feisty at every moment. Every heat was stacked all the way up to the Finals where the Moniz duo of Isaiah & Seth met the goofy footed wizards Kekoa Cazimero & Flynn Novak. Seth Moniz
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By Lauren Rolland Hawai‘i has been producing a gorgeous gamut of talented female surfers. Tanned Hawaiian beauties and sun bleached blonde locals are showing serious talent in the water, while on land maintaining a sense of balance and well-being. Healthy, intelligent and athletic, the ladies of our sport are defined not only by their flair in the water, but also by the confidence, happiness and grace they exude. By far surfing’s most attractive quality, these wahine break the mold with individuality.
Honolua Blomfield Haleiwa, Oahu
15 years young and already paving a way through Hawai‘i’s surf scene, Honolua Blomfield’s natural athleticism is easy to spot in the water. Graceful and timeless while cross stepping on a longboard, the 2013 ISA Under-18 Longboard Champion is eager to push the boundaries and break the mold. Displaying respect and humility, the Hawaiian wahine has goals to qualify for the Womens World Longboard Championship this year, and the talent to make it happen.
it means to be Hawaiian. She is also one of my all time favorite surfers. Crystal Dzigas has also always been a role model for me too.
What are you looking forward to in the second half of this year?
And on the WCT?
Traveling to different places in California. Wish I could say I had plans for a fun trip to some distant land.
Kelly Slater because he is such an influential surfer and Coco Ho because she is very real and down to earth. She is such a smooth surfer and has an amazing style.
How about the men? Ned Snow and Kai Sallas because they are incredible surfers. Also, because they believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself.
What challenges have you faced recently? Your favorite ways to express femininity? My 9th grade year was frustrating for me as I transitioned from public school to charter/home school and then back to public school. I am hoping to start off 10th grade on a better note. I hope to progress and improve my GPA. Your favorite female longboarder? Geodee Clark because I love her style and she is the epitome of what 32
Always surf in a bikini and maybe tuck a fresh flower in your hair. On Hawaiian heritage. I try to perpetuate my Hawaiian culture through surfing. However there is always room for improvement in other areas of my life.
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Tatiana Weston-Webb Princeville, Kauai
As the Women’s 2014 Fiji Pro wildcard, this 18 year old ripper is climbing the ranks and showing serious power for her age. Tati recently took home another World Junior Surfing Champion title in Ecuador, ending her final year on the Hawai’i Surfing Team in fine fashion. The striking blonde has a great attitude and a well-rounded surfing style, from award-winning barrel rides to great front side hacks. Tati’s goals are definitely within reach. Tell us about Cloudbreak. Competing at Cloudbreak was definitely a dream come true for me because I’m goofy and lefts can’t get any better than that! It was pure stoke the entire time. Any plans for the $15k you just won for the GoPro Challenge? I’m not too sure yet, but I think my brother and I might split the cost of a JetSki... but we’ll see! Describe your time in Ecuador and your mental state. Do you have a plan for keeping up this winning streak? My trip in Ecuador was so amazing. I was so happy to spend this last year at Worlds with such a well put together team. That being said, my mental state was just being thankful and soaking in every special moment because I knew this was my last year competing in the ISA WJSC. I don’t have any particular plans to keep up the winning streak, maybe just keep doing what I’ve been doing and continue to be grateful and know that I’m blessed to live my dream surfing! Who do you admire most on the WCT? Gabriel Medina, because he’s so passionate and an unpredictable, exciting surfer to watch and Sally Fitzgibbons because she’s so dedicated. One thing we probably don’t know about Tatiana Weston-Webb is... I wear contacts and glasses! In your opinion, how should a girl express femininity? The best way for a girl to show off her femininity, for me, is through her personality and confidence.
Heff Currently holding the ASP Womens World Longboard Title, Kelia Moniz a.k.a. Sister, is a role model beyond her years. At just 21, the Roxy girl has a list of accomplishments that defines talent, yet her surfing style speaks of a greater attribute- grace, style and humility. We never tire of seeing photos of this beautiful wahine gracing waves at Waikiki, but new endeavors have taken this queen to California. You can take the girl out of Hawai’i but never Hawai’i out of the girl- Kelia’s smile will forever radiate warmth and aloha.
Tell us about your love affair with Waikiki. Waikiki is where I grew up surfing, and for me it’s a very magical place. One thing I immediately realized living in California is that growing up as a surfer in Hawai’i, we are so spoiled! We always have waves, always have warmth and always can see our toes when we sit on our board. Waikiki is the number one place I can’t wait to surf when I’m home. There’s a little left that I surf with my two chocolate besties, Geodee Clark and Megan Godinez.
How’s life in Cali been? Favorite surfers on the ASP Longboarding Tour? So far, California has been nothing but amazing. I have made friendships that will last a lifetime and have learned a lot. It forced me to grow up and do ‘adult’ like things that I would never do at home cause my parents spoil me! But overall, LA is definitely where I feel like I belong right now.
I am obsessed with watching Kassia Meador and Kai Sallas surf. Both have such insane style and make everything they do on that dang board look so effortless.
Kelia Moniz Honolulu, Hawai’i
How about the ASP WCT? My girl Carissa Moore. She’s the most pleasant human on the beach and an absolute terror in the water! That girl radiates only the good qualities of a champion. The job and title she holds comes with a lot of pressure, but Carissa Moore finishes the job (win or lose) with a beautiful smile, and that to me is the most powerful quality about her. Parko is my favorite guy to watch on the WCT, no doubt! You’re in the limelight and undoubtedly a role model for girls and women everywhere. What do you strive to keep in mind throughout it all? To be the person my parents raised me to be. To respect my elders and everyone around me, to love and encourage. There is far too much
negative in this world to follow that trend. I hope that with every person I meet, that I always just share a happy light, even if it’s just a little smile. A few things we might not know about Kelia Moniz... I don’t like camping! And I sleep like a baby in a crib on an airplane. Oh, and close friends may tell you I’m super forgetful... kinda like Dori from ‘Finding Nemo’. What do you love most about surfing in Hawai’i? Hanging with the boys! I have four brothers, so if I didn’t surf I would never see them!
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Alessa Quizon Makaha, Oahu
The 2014 World Tour Rookie has shown determination this year, stemming from a fierce desire to succeed. Gorgeous and powerful, Alessa Quizon is taking the new experiences as they come, adjusting and fine-tuning the nuances of travel, competition and new waves. With unchartered challenges comes lofty accomplishments, and Alessa is more than eager to earn this respect amongst the other WCT athletes. What has you most excited for your first year on Tour? I’m super excited for all the new venues they added. Lowers is one of the new events and I can’t wait for that! You’re halfway through the year. What have you learned so far? You realize that it’s not just talent anymore that’s going to get you through heats. You also have to put in the hard work as well. There’s a lot of sacrificing in your free time and it puts a little kink in relationships from all the constant traveling. But being on tour keeps you strong minded, determined and focused. Inspiration behind your Instagram posts? I just post what best reflects me and my outlook on life. I love surfing, I love spending time at the beach and I love my friends. I’m not trying to prove or market anything; I just like to post photos of what makes me happy. Words of wisdom for women everywhere. Be true to who you are. Enjoy the life you are blessed with, but cover your bases and play your cards to the best of your ability! Top 5 essential travel items? iPhone, surfboards, makeup bag, retainers and my cute Billabong attire.
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Kekaha, Kauai
A veteran of the ASP WCT, Rochelle has accomplished much since the beginnings of her professional surfing career. Now pursuing a life of yoga, wellness and surfing, the Kauai girl is back home and in the works of starting a yoga and bikini line with Surf Into Yoga, her wellness and adventure retreat business. Stoked on the simpler ways of life, Rochelle has much knowledge and experience to share with younger generations.
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What are your thoughts on the current crop of women in the limelight?
HTs Mentawai’s and Cloudbreak. Gotta have a left and a right.
Be yourself. Find your goddess in you and don’t be afraid to express it. Listen to your heart. Live and love with passion. All time favorite wave?
Who do you admire most on tour? I am so proud of all the Hawai’ian women on the Tour. They all carry themselves so well in the media. I always knew this generation would be the one to polish technique, style and presentation. It’s made a big difference for them to have a refined surf industry, surfboards and now finally events that can match their ability and marketability. How have you remained a role model for younger generations? I am still the surfer in the lineup wanting the best wave and surfing it to my best. I live healthy, youthful and strong, and I am passionate about surfing and my community.
Kelly has always been my favorite and still continues to inspire me each time I watch him surf and listen to his headspace. As much as he is in his head, he is very connected to his heart and the elements around him. I have always admired and appreciated that. On the women’s side, Malia Manuel has been a very quiet, peaceful intelligence in our sport. She comes from an amazing amount of respect for herself, her family, her home, and all that gives her inspiration and support.
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Sunset Beach, Oahu
Two-time World Junior Surfing Champion Mahina Maeda has really stepped into the spotlight this year and is pushing the limits with her surfing. Focusing on WQS 6 star events, the 16 year old is traveling this summer for competition, and training mentally and physically like a pro. Surfing amongst a stacked generation of Hawai’i girls, Mahina doesn’t take this threat personally, but instead believes it’s for the other countries to look out for. Now that’s team character.
a goofy footer. And Carissa Moore because she is the 2 time World Champ, hopefully 3. All time favorite wave? Rocky Point. Favorite board?
What are you focused on with your surfing lately? Model: Mahi, Pyzel Surfboards. I’m learning to surf a smarter heat, use my time wisely and select carefully. I want to learn how to play the air game and progress my surf. I want to give full force in my upcoming events because I’m a brand new person and I’m trying to take good care of my body. Biggest inspiration on the WCT? Does a wildcard count? Haha. For the CT wildcard, it’s Tatiana. She’s inspired me to push my surfing more, especially after the Fiji event and has pushed the level of womens surfing for an 18 year old. For the regular Tour, I say Nat Young because his surfing is very crisp and he’s
What’s the best way for a girl to show off femininity? Personality! Who cares about looks. It’s about the way you act and the inner beauty of each girl.
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Monyca Eleogram Hana, Maui
As one of the most beautiful representations of female free surfing, Monyca Eleogram emanates happiness and confidence. Free spirited and passionate, the 23 year old travels much of the year, and recently celebrated one year of marriage to Ola Eleogram in Napa, California. The face for the new DVF Loves Roxy and Roxy POP Surf campaigns, Monyca never ceases to stun us with natural beauty and style. How’s married life? It’s great! We wanted to make a greater commitment to each other and it’s been amazing. Not a lot has changed, we’ve been together a long time and our love hasn’t stopped growing. We bought a house together in October and are so grateful. Travel punch list this year? I just got home from Taiwan- that was a super interesting place to visit. I’m headed to California and then Big Island for photo shoots, then Baja, Mexico and Alaska in August. Favorite board right now? 5’8” Northern Alliance swallow tail. All time favorite wave? Hamoa Beach. Your surf inspirations? I admire Carissa for managing to always stay sweet and sensitive with all the pressure. Laura (Enever) for not taking it all too seriously and still making time to be young and spunky. Coco (Ho) for her confidence and balance. Alana (Blanchard) for absolutely ripping and proving that female athletes are sexy and confident. Malia (Manuel) for being so focused in the water, yet so composed and beautiful on land. Steph (Gilmore) for being so incredibly inspiring and always riding fun boards in her free surfs to keep it fun. And Sally (Fitzgibbons) for being so dedicated to her workouts and being so sure about her priorities. On femininity. I think it’s great to show your feminine side if you are proud of it and if it gives you confidence. My advice to the younger generation is to show your personality and do what makes you happy. We all have the ability to carve our own path so be sure to follow the one that makes YOU the most happy, and allows you to be your absolute self.
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Camille Brady Hanalei, Kauai
Professional surfer turned fashion designer, Camille Brady is a great blend of passion and career. Recently launching a new bikini line called Cami and Jax, the 23 year old is inspired by her hometown and the island of Kauai, and enjoying the waters of Hawai‘i. Growing up around role models like Malia Manuel and Alana Blanchard, Camille keeps surfing at the core of her lifestyle. Tell me more about Cami And Jax, which you and sister Jackie just launched in April 2014. It has been a dream come true for both of us because we have wanted to start our own bikini line since we were little girls. My surfing background has influenced the designs behind the suits because Jackie and I really try to shape each suit around surfing. We actually tested each suit out at Uluwatu in Bali before putting them into our collection to make sure that they were surf savvy and would actually stay on in the water during big surf. As a busy entrepreneur, how often do you get to surf these days? I make time to surf. I feel like so many times jobs end up taking over people’s lives. I am definitely not going to let that happen to me. All of my best friends are professional surfers so I wake up to texts saying, “The waves are firing” and I usually have a hard time turning them down! If you could have a surf session with anyone in the world, who would it be? Duke Kahanamoku. I think it would be rad to see how surfing has evolved. Or Beyoncé because I love her and because then I could have her wear our Marla One Piece and take a photo of her on a wave and she could post it on her instagram and tag @camiandjax. Your thoughts on Hawai’i’s spotlight surfers? I think the current crop of female surfers in Hawai’i is absolutely flourishing. These woman are not only drop dead gorgeous, they are amazingly talented. Tips for wahine? The best way for a girl to show off her femininity is by the way she feels, through her body language and smile. If a girl is feeling confident about herself and her body, then others pick up on that. It’s not so much what you are wearing, it is about how you feel in what you are wearing.
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Vanina Walsh Waikiki, Oahu
A motivated and glowing young wahine, Vanina Walsh has been dedicating time to traveling the world for surf and modeling. Taking on a brand new endeavor, the 16 year old has created a clothing and swimwear line called Vanina Collection, which is hopefully launching this fall. Joining the Stand Up World Tour in 2012, the Roxy girl excels in any type of water sport and is showing just how quickly she can climb the ranks. How’s your summer been so far? I’ve been spending most of my time traveling nowadays, and I plan on traveling more, surfing and doing tons of photo shoots promoting my own line of clothing and swimwear.
Jack Johnson because he is one of the most humble people, but he also is an awesome surfer. I’ve seen him out in the water before, but never had the chance to really surf with him. Who do you admire most on Tour? I admire Carissa Moore on the WCT because she rips and is one of the sweetest people in the water! I admire Kai Lenny on the Stand Up World Tour because he is one of the most accomplished people in standup paddle surfing at such a young age. On the Longboard Tour, I admire Chloe Calmon from Brazil. I’ve spent some time surfing with her and she is a great longboarder and an even greater person. Favorite Hawai’i fashion?
Which contest are you most looking forward to this year? Colorful bikinis for summer, cutoff shorts and crop tops for the beach. The SUP Showdown. Words of advice for girls? Most recent claim to fame? Be confident in your own skin. Last year I came in second in the world in Stand Up Paddle Surfing. If you could have a surf session with anyone, who would it be? If I could spend a day surfing with anyone in the world, I would surf with
Makaha, Oahu
Deeply rooted in Hawaiian heritage, Ha‘a is part of a prominent surfing family that introduced a vast love for surfing, culture and the land into her life. Raised on the west side of Oahu, the 22 year old has also developed a passion for photography, and shares it with the world. Recently traveling to Tahiti with a band of fellow waterwomen, Ha‘a represents the beauty of the ocean culture in a sincere and stunning way. Who do you admire most in life?
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5 travel essentials? Passport, camera, housing, bikinis, sunglasses. Favorite board? My favorite longboard is an 8’0 J. Richardson and standup is 9’0 C4 batwing tail.
The people I admire most are my Grandparents Momi and Buffalo Keaulana. They are the most giving and loving people I know. They do so much for the community and the Hawaiian culture. I try my best to live up to their values everyday.
Fashion favorites this year?
What’s been your most recent accomplishment?
On femininity.
Working with National Geographic magazine for a story on Hawaiian surf culture.
I think all girls should embrace their beauty inside and out, but still have respect for themselves. Every girl is beautiful and don’t ever feel like you can’t be yourself!
What endeavors do you have on the horizon? Nothing really yet, but I know I’m going to Austin to check out the Honokea Project. I’m working with Honokea Surf Parks for marketing and social media. It’s in the works and it’s going to be rad!
I like to rock my rad friends lines. Issa de’ Mar, MB by Matt Bruening, Roam Hawai’i, and Cassandra Rull! Sickest stuff!
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Malia Manuel Wailua, Kauai
Born and raised on the Garden Isle of Kauai, Miss Malia Manuel is defined by culture, art, surfing and style. 2014 marks 3 years on Tour for the brunette beauty, and we’ve seen Malia show consistent poise and progressive style. This woman has also proved that she is always ready to face a challenge with grace. Malia is the youngest ever to claim the US Open Champion title at age 14, and now at 20, has just as much fervor as ever. Tell us about the 2014 Tour so far. Fiji was magical- it’s my new favorite place for sure. I’m looking forward to the rest of the year, and was exited to find out about all the new events that were added this year. Being able to have the Tour wrap up in Hawai’i is also very special. What have been the challenges? The level on tour is always progressing, so trying to evolve and improve is always a fun challenge. There’s only 17 women in the world that are on the World Tour, so it’s a blessing to be a part of it. If I didn’t have competition or the Tour, I wouldn’t be the surfer I am today. The girls on Tour keep me motivated, hungry and inspired. Who of these women do you admire most? I admire Steph and Carissa for their humble attitude and incredible, stylish surfing. And the men? On the Men’s Tour, I think Mick and Kelly are really great ambassadors of the sport. Any thoughts on surfer girls showing off a little femininity? Being fit and feminine is an accurate representation of a modern surfer girl, and I think it’s awesome. Surfing is a type of sport that allows us to show femininity pretty easily, compared to other female sports, so I think it’s fun! Growing up on Kauai, I’ve always been taught about respect and being humble, leaving some things for imagination. Favorite current fashion trends? I love netted and mesh fabric pieces, it’s chic. You can wear it dressy or throw it over a bathing suit to make it casual. For surfing, I love one pieces, they are becoming trendy again and definitely more flattering this time around. I’ve been involved in helping O’Neill women’s make their one piece surf suits.
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Lahaina, Maui
13 years old and already a Maui threat, Summer Macedo is looking forward to a busy season of surfing. Planning to travel for Nationals, plus participating in NSSA Hawai’i, Maui HSA contests and the Volcom and Ripcurl Gromsearch contests, this Lahaina bred wahine is dedicating time to the competitive side of the sport. Summer also knows how to take time to relax though, and always enjoys coming back home to Hawai‘i for a little hobby time (singing, writing and free surfing). What makes being a surfer girl in Hawai’i unique from the rest of the world? I think Hawai’i girls have a little more experience with big waves, gnarly conditions and reef breaks. Hawai’i is unique because the best surfers in the world come here in the wintertime, and this influences all of us girls in the water.
How do you feel you’ve improved your surfing from last year?
Favorite board right now? 5’4 Brian Bulkley Thruster ‘Beach Break’ model.
I’ve gotten more powerful this year and I’m doing more throwtails and tailslides. I’m also working on reverses and barrels! Your favorite surfer on Tour? I admire Carissa the most on the women’s WCT because she surfs like the guys. I admire Joel Parkinson the most on the men’s WCT because his surfing is powerful and looks effortless! All time favorite wave? Honolua Bay!
How do you like to show off femininity? I love to paint my nails. It’s creative, fun and looks pretty! Most recent claim to fame? 3rd at VQS International Championships, 20 & Under Womens. I have 7 more years in that division!
Sunshine Patey Heff
Kilauea, Kauai
Hailing from a family of surfers, Sunshine, a.k.a. Sunny is a talented up-and-coming wahine who has a passion for the ocean and an equal love for music. Inspired by the older Kauai girls, Sunshine is active in the outdoors and determined to stand out, striving to be the best in the lineup. Looking forward to the Junior Pro events in Hawai’i this year, plus NSSA, HSF and US Championships at Lowers, the 14 year old is focusing on winning a National and US Championship title.
got passed down to me. I also play piano, guitar, ukulele, drums and I just picked up slide guitar.
Most recent accomplishment?
Seabass is always smiling and making people laugh, even after losing. I think that that is something great to try to be more like. And of course, Tati (Weston-Webb). I grew up with her always at my house and it’s so inspiring to see how hard she was working all those years to make her dream happen.
I won the Explorer Girls division at an NSSA at like 4 to 6 (Hawaiian) and perfectly glassy Sunset. We hear you’re a budding musician. I’m really into music. My mom’s side of the family is all amazing singers, so some of that
everyone else is, I’m just working on perfecting my technique. I think after that, there is no stopping me and it will be a lot easier to innovate.
Who inspires you on the WCT? Airs are cool and stuff, but Taylor Knox’s and Steph Gilmore’s hacks and carves are timeless. I never get tired of watching them surf. How about Kauai inspirations?
How is your surfing progressing? I’m not working on airs or anything like
Who do you look up to within the ‘next generation’ of girls in Hawai’i? I definitely look up to Tati and Brisa Hennessy. They are both so good and so ahead of their game. Who is your biggest rival? I would say my biggest rival is me. That’s all surfing is anyways. Even in contests, you’re always trying to better your own score and beat yourself.
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Women’s Swimwear
By Jenna Roberts With the caliber of both talent and looks in the lineup being at an all time high, the ladies of the surfing world have never demanded more attention. It has far surpassed the Gidget phase with women gliding down the line with their more-than-modest coverage bathing suits. The transformation is producing strong, female role models who are athletic, model-esque, confident and daring, launching airs, hanging heels and wearing what fathers near and far are fearing the most… thongs.
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community have caught on to the trend and are creating amazing swimwear that is both practical and beautiful.
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Yet this magical combination of zealous beachwear and effortless style, both in and out of the water, did not happen overnight. Up until recent years, the clothing reflected what some would consider the public’s opinion of women’s surfing: mediocre, unexciting and unimaginative. Nowadays, big name surf companies are putting a serious halt to the nonsense of that era and are literally giving a whole new look to the lineup.
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Scandalous yet fearless cuts mixed in with wild costs are the new trend in the billion-dollar industry. The brilliant savagery of it all is that the everso-common two hundred dollar suit is promoted for both wave sliding and beach lounging, servicing the needs of both fashion and function. Major brands in the surfing community have caught on to the trend and are creating amazing swimwear that is both practical and beautiful. Straps are showing up in places that were never imagined possible. Mesh is playing mind games on even the keenest of eyes, and those bottoms are continuing to put the public in a constant state of rubber necking. But the most amazing part of it all is that the suits are staying in place. Designers have fine-tuned swimwear so that the Kelia Moniz’s and Carissa Moore’s of everyone’s local spot can continue to rip without skipping a beat.
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Moreover, some of the most highly acclaimed swimwear companies were spawned from surfing’s roots, effortlessly taking the reigns on the styles of the sea. This wave of fashion designers are taking cues from the surf culture and implementing both the lifestyle and the design into their new creations. Wives, girlfriends, sisters and daughters who have deep ties to the sport’s greatest names are putting their feminine two-cents in on how being on the sidelines and being the main feature can have the same desirable and glamorous look. Another great reinvention has been the personality of neoprene. With bright colors, avant-garde prints and bodies for every body, fabulous new wetsuits are blossoming from the gloomy grave in which its antiquated black and grey ancestors lay. From the delightfully cheeky spring suit to the color blocked and tribal print full suit, companies are giving the revamp to the once dull winter necessity. It is perhaps the first time in history that women are feeling sexy and upbeat when adding on the extra layers to slay the waves during the chilliest of seasons. However, neoprene is also not just for wetsuits anymore. Bikinis and bathing suits are taking the familiar material and giving it a racy new look. Vivacious neons and provocative yet flattering cut outs are the most popular new modernization to the season’s favorite material. Even the dowdy one piece has had a major revival. The once conservative choice for ladies not wanting to bare it all is now more reckless than an 80’s bikini. Lace up sides, shockingly absent coverage and crochet accents are the typical characteristics of one-pieces these days. Its purpose is no longer to hide self-proclaimed undesirable assets, but rather to enhance the one’s that make women proud to be women – fierce, desirable, incredible women. These rapid and drastic adjustments to the classics are blurring the lines between surfwear and fashion. Blogs and websites are dedicating themselves to enlightening women on this ‘revolution’ and the fashion happenings in the surf-inspired bikini world. Companies are paying Instagram models top dollar just to take photos in their swimsuits. Trade shows solely for swimwear are bringing in buyers from around the world each year.
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From international fashion magazine covers and A-list celebrity sightings and endorsements, to Hawai‘i’s own trendsetting fashion scene, it seems that swimwear is taking beaches, lineups and runways across the world by storm. Whether or not the fashion revolution is directly correlated to the art of womens surfing, the progression is undeniably connected. The beauty of our lady surfers has absolutely inspired style and confidence.
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APERTURE
The face of feminine fearlessness. Keala Kennelly. Take notes boys. Photo: Domenic Mosqueira / A-Frame
Gouging with grace, Malia Manuel. Photo: Trevor Moran / A-Frame
Brains, beauty and barrels, Carissa Moore has it all. Photo: Kenworthy / A-Frame
The all powerful Dax McGill unleashing the ferocity. Photo: Tony Heff
Bethany Hamilton, exploring different angles. Photo: Mick Curley
Brisa Hennessey throwing buckets and good vibes. Photo: Mick Curley
Moana Jones, young, wild and free surfing. Photo: Frieden
Alana Blanchard, boosting airs and her career. Photo: Tony Heff
Coco Ho, front side flair don’t care. Photo: Tony Heff
Honolua Blomfield, 10’s across the board. Photo: Clark Little
Power burst by Leila Hurst. Photo: Mike Latronic
Mother Love By Tiffany Foyle While Tammy Moniz, her five children and big-wave surfer husband are living, breathing embodiments of surf stoke; Tammy only started surfing at 20 years old. This is a considerable lifestyle difference from her kids, like daughter Kelia, who at just 21 years old has already won two world titles as a champion longboarder. Born and raised in Honolulu, Tammy describes herself in that first chapter of life as very shy and timid. “I was very insecure and didn’t want anyone watching me,” the local girl recalls, as an example of why she never tried surfing at a younger age. “I didn’t want to fail at anything, which is why I never tried to play any sports growing up.” At 17, Tammy became a Christian, and gained a sense of security and intense love that before felt lacking from life. This gave the young wahine confidence, and by 20, Tammy landed a job working at Local Motion. A group of Christian surfer friends encouraged the Honolulu wahine to get out in the water and try surfing, and it was through this group of friends and presence at Local Motion that led Tammy to meet her husband, Tony Moniz. “I would hear his name here and there in conversations,” Tammy recollects. “He was always described as a good pro surfer who was 70
humble, Christian, local boy — they said all the words that made my ears perk right up,” she laughs. “It was always my dream to marry a local boy and of course I wanted him to be a Christian too.”
naturally. “At first it seemed so wrong to charge money for it, since we had been teaching at surf camps for free,” Tammy says. “But we had five kids of our own that were five years old and younger at home. We had to survive.”
One day, when Tony walked into Local Motion, Tammy just knew it was he by the pumping of her heart. “You couldn’t Google anyone back then so it’s not like I really knew what he looked like,” Tammy remembers. “I just had an idea from how people talked about him! But I was still very shy. And was especially not going to make the first move on any old guy!”
In no time, the Monizes carved out a surf school spot at the Marriot Waikiki. That is where Faith Surf School officially began about twelve years ago. About six years ago, Tammy and Tony were approached to run a surf school at the Sheraton Waikiki, so they did. Two years ago, they also were asked to run the Outrigger Reef and Outrigger Waikiki to provide a surf school at their two locations.
But as Tony walked by, Tammy said hi and introduced herself. “I couldn’t believe I did that, I would never do that.” She recalls that Tony was nice, but not phased by her. A mutual friend set them up on a date, and the two ate out at Down To Earth because Tony was a vegetarian at the time. They got to know each other and Tony took Tammy on a second, fancier date to Nick’s Fish Market. Fast-forward two and a half years of dating: Tammy and Tony got married. In two more years, they had their first son, Micah. When the surf company rep job inevitably handed Tony lemons, he quickly set out to make lemonade by going down to Waikiki and hustling what he knew best: surfing. Teaching surfing was something Tony had been doing as a youth group leader anyway, so it came
The Outrigger, with the infamous Duke’s restaurant on the beach right in front of easily accessible Canoes surf breaks, is a dream come true for surf lessons. “We worked really hard at building our presence on the beach,” Tammy explains. “We make sure our instructors have the passion that we do and we work hard to keep great workers (on staff), because we want to steward what we were given properly.” The surf school co owner also describes the reward of teaching lessons. “To be right there on the beach at these amazing locations is so rewarding because you get to live it as well as teach it.” Throughout the growth of the surf school, Tammy was also homeschooling all five children. In the early days, the busy mom
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would bring the kids to Waikiki Beach and that’s where school would take place. Now that Faith Surf School has grown so much, Tammy needs to work from home to do all of the paperwork, phone calls and emails, and can therefore do homeschool from home as well. Mrs. Moniz is still finishing up with the youngest, Seth, 16, since Josh, 18, just graduated this year. Both Josh and Seth are regular surf competitors, making their way into many surf spreads and ads. Josh is currently trying to qualify for the World Tour. Isaiah, 20, also likes contest surfing and is a hard working beach boy at Faith surf school. “We have very high standards for our team of instructors and Isaiah handles customers unbelievably,” Tammy says. Kelia, 21, is living in California working as a Roxy model and traveling the world regularly with Roxy’s surf team to longboard dream waves. Finally, Micah, 22, is also a surf instructor at Faith Surf School and enjoys surfing just as much as the other boys. All the Moniz brothers love big waves just like their father. “I don’t believe in sibling rivalry,” Tammy maintains. “Josh, Seth and Isaiah compete against each other all the time. When one wins, their siblings always celebrate them, even if they lose to each other. I’m so proud of them for that because it’s difficult when you’re competing, since you have to have that competitive edge and hunger to go out
BREAKING DOWN F.A.I.T.H. Tammy and her kids developed this acronym for FAITH, which is not only at the core of their lives, but also the name of their surf school and clothing company.
for Tammy to realize that her boys, all boys, turn into men. “I’m a very strong person, mom, female. They are trying to be men and I’m still trying to be the mom.”
F - fun, family & friends are important. A - ambassadors of aloha (Duke Kahanamoku as our role model). I - inspiration & integrity (Inspire through integrity). T - thankfulness (Try to be thankful, even when things get rough because you will learn from it). H - humble (It says in the book of Proverbs, “pride comes before a fall”).
there and do it. We’ve always told them to just learn from the loss; don’t cry over it.” In just a couple of years, Tammy and Tony could be empty nesters with their grown up fleet of once bronze babies off chasing their dreams. It has been a challenging transition
Tammy’s dream as a child was to be married and to have kids. “This was my dream come true,” she smiles. “I utterly enjoyed raising my children.” Once Tammy’s homeschool responsibilities come to an end, the mother looks forward to working again on the beach alongside husband, Tony. She also looks forward to progressing her photography passion. “I love to capture moments,” Tammy says. “I can’t wait to have more time to learn more and become a better photographer.” She would also like to travel with her kids when possible. Throughout her life, there are two things that Tammy will always remind herself: Love God and love others. “It solves everything,” she states. “Especially when life gets difficult, when things seem so complicated, the thing that usually solves all problems is just to love. It is the greatest thing. You’ll never go wrong with loving.” pau
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Colleen Wilcox Finding Style By Lauren Rolland Not everyone has an eye for nature’s subtle details. Like the curve of a plumeria petal, the underwater lines of a pitching wave or the assorted blues of a calm ocean day. Colleen Wilcox has honed in on Hawai’i’s aesthetics and paints vibrant depictions of the scenery that surrounds her. The swirls, bright colors and organic lines of Colleen‘s work are infiltrating the surf art scene and her style is becoming more recognizable through its authenticity. You might have seen Colleen’s work as the album cover art of Hawai’i singer/songwriter Anuhea’s new CD. Or as the poster art for this year’s Pipeline Women’s Pro. You may have even seen it on one of Ben Aipa’s classic shapes at the Surfboards on Parade event in Huntington Beach. Adorning the walls of Wyland Galleries and other small shops, Colleen Wilcox Art is a pure representation of Hawai’i’s easy and natural appeal.
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Surf Art / Colleen Wilcox Since the ocean is this artist’s main source of inspiration, it’s no wonder why Colleen’s work has become popular amongst surfers and other ocean enthusiasts. But the Honolulu-based painter doesn’t necessarily think of, or call herself, a ‘surf artist’. “Surfing is something I enjoy and is a big part of my life, so I express it in my art and can definitely fit the category,” explains the surfer. “But I’m not only a surf artist.” Colleen actually began sharpening her skills as a realistic artist. With a pencil in hand from a very young age, Colleen grew up illustrating portraits of friends, families and pets for fun, but never thought there was a lucrative career behind this talent. It wasn’t until the San Francisco-born girl made Oahu her fulltime home that some serious soul searching took place and inspiration awakened. “I worked an office job, was waitressing, bartending, and all the while just trying to find something meaningful to me. That’s when I decided to focus and make it happen.” Colleen moved to Hawai’i in 2008, but had been traveling to the islands throughout life. Her grandparents lived near Diamond Head for fifty years and raised Colleen’s mom along the south shores of Oahu, and extended family still lives throughout the island. The surfer girl attended both pre-school and junior high school on the island and family ties run deep in the Aloha state. “Hawai’i has always been a place of soothing and comfort,” Colleen mentions. “The beautiful scenery, the flowers and smells... It’s always been like a haven for me.” But Colleen still had yet to develop her own authentic style. The artist was more used to replicating photos and drawing portraits, rather than turning inward and developing something unique and personal. “I was really wanting to find a way to authentically express myself,” Colleen describes. “I began experimenting with acrylic; watering it down, doing different washes and layers and just playing with it.” The waves she often surfed were a big factor in the development of curvature, flow and interconnectedness, a common theme in Colleen’s work.
“I started looking at the shape of waves and simplifying it, instead of just painting it as it really was.” A transformation took place. Colleen began painting flowing images of mountains meeting ocean, vibrant flower petals and wahine with ehu hair that curled and matched the lip of a wave. The art blossomed into a very distinguishable style, solidifying the name ‘Colleen Wilcox’ in the art community. Over the last five years, Colleen’s art has evolved (and continues to evolve) to become all her own. “I became more stylized, more abstract with my art and started adding more detail into it, combining my ability to paint realistic things with my newfound stylistic design.” The path to becoming an artist has taken a lot of time, commitment and dedication, and Colleen says that it wasn’t easy. But the hard work is paying off and the reward has begun to take place. “It’s been really cool just building something. It gives me a lot of satisfaction to start from nothing.” Colleen built her business from the ground up, with the help and support of people like her boyfriend, Wyland Galleries and fans. “I’m just so happy that people are resonating with what I do.” Colleen’s work has been known to capture the vibe and spirit of Hawai’i, transporting the viewer to a bottled up time, place and mood on Oahu. “It’s a positive, uplifting, lucky we live in paradise kind of feeling,” Colleen illustrates. The surf artist’s acrylic canvases radiate the stoke of living in Hawai’i. While her purpose as an artist is to inspire others and reflect a feeling of happiness and well-being, Colleen believes the general purpose of surf art as a whole is to “reflect a lifestyle, an attitude and a way of life and appreciate the ocean and nature.” Humble, softer spoken and with eyes that mirror the ocean hues, Colleen is a well-rounded individual that has dedicated time to sharing her artistic talents with the art community. As a surfer, the artist is constantly compelled to capture the essence of the ocean. Diamond Head is a common symbol in Colleen’s work, as her favorite surf spots include Pop’s, Old Man’s and Tongs, all along Waikiki Beach.
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Colleen, sporting a Pakaloha bikini and her hand painted demarco fish.
Lately Colleen has been riding a 7’6 Stewart ‘fun board’, but is also dedicated to mastering her 6’0 demarco fish. She’ll spend hours watching the ocean change colors, soaking up the details and subtle nuances of nature. “I’m inspired by anything from the colors and patterns of the ocean to the coral and sea creatures below, to the light reflecting off bubbles and sea foam,” Colleen describes. “I try to observe all of these design elements in nature and then translate them into my artwork.” When asked what the most fulfilling part about being an artist is, Colleen responded, “to be able to express myself authentically and to inspire and uplift others with what I do.” The surf artist also came to a personal realization; “I don’t think you’ll ever be fulfilled until you’re authentically expressing yourself.” This can be interpreted in so many ways, and stands as a token of wisdom that Colleen has gained throughout her experiences thus far. For the near future, this entrepreneur plans to expand into other product lines, and her work will be featured as the Haleiwa Arts Festival t-shirt design this July. Colleen is also working on reaching the Japanese market, as well as getting her art into more galleries around California, Florida and Hawai’i. A bright future emerges, and this is all just the beginning for Colleen Wilcox. You can find Colleen’s work online at colleenwilcoxart.com or by following her on Facebook and Instagram @colleenwilcoxart. pau
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Hawai’i’s Celebration and The Start of a Revolution By Lauren Rolland It’s amazing how connected we are to the sea. You don’t need to live near the beach to appreciate this relationship. Oceans and coasts around the world influence people’s lives every day, whether you’re blessed to live and surf in Hawai’i or simply an admirer from afar.
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The ocean provides us with the air we breathe and much of the food we eat. It regulates the climate and provides revenue for our economy. The ocean accounts for one in six jobs in the US and is a key factor in medicines and human health. Here in Hawai’i, the ocean provides an unparalleled playground, offering free enjoyment and a lifestyle that seems fundamental to our health and happiness.
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Covering over 70 percent of the Earth’s surface, this giant body of salt water remains a mysterious place to scientists, researchers and oceanographers. In fact, less than 5 percent of the Earth’s oceans have even been explored. We have better maps of Mars than we do the ocean floor. Despite what little we know about the ocean, it is a spectacular phenomenon that enthralls the human race. In its mystery, there is allure. And in this allure is individual admiration. People are drawn to the water and waves, enticed by the beauty and power it exhibits and the playground it provides. Yet only within the last decade has our world’s population become aware of the grave danger our ocean is really in. Rob Stewart, award-winning biologist, photographer, conservationist and filmmaker of Sharkwater (2007) produced a second film titled Revolution (2012). The documentary traces Rob’s personal journey through 15 countries in 4 years, as he explores just how dire the state of the ocean really is. Ultimately, Revolution aims to spark a global shift in how we (as individuals and as a race) treat the ocean and our planet. 82
an unparalleled playground, offering free enjoyment and a lifestyle that happiness.”
The film reveals to the audience just how interconnected we really are to the ocean, and our dependence on it for existence. It’s astonishing. From over fishing and environmental degradation to ocean acidification, pollution and food/water scarcity, the human race is unquestionably linked and affected by our own actions to the earth and ocean. Profoundly worrisome, the documentary hammers in some pretty harrowing details. For example, 90 percent of all large predatory fish – including tuna, sharks, swordfish, cod and halibut – are gone. Stewart explains that by year 2048, scientists predict the world’s oceans may be extinct of fish and furthermore, that two-thirds of all species may also be extinct by the end of this century.
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is a larger issue our government and politics need to make, like putting a stop to Canada’s tar sands (oil farms) or creating strict emissions laws. Stewart aims to inform the world on the importance of fighting for our future and the future of other generations. He touches on the politics behind environmental changes and policies, and brings together some of the world’s most prominent environmental groups, scientists and environmental revolutionaries to shout the message of urgency. Humanity as we know it depends on the livelihood of our seas, and without it, our lives will change forever. For some, the state of our ocean (and working to protect it) is nothing new. In Hawai’i, a place where the ocean is integral to the lifestyle, residents have strived for years to promote beach clean ups, organize informative events, plan fundraisers and lobby for things like plastic bag bans and cigarette smoking on the beach.
creating phytoplankton. The facts presented in Revolution expose very real problems that need our attention. While it may seem desperate, there are big and small ways the human race can change. Sometimes it takes a small shift in our daily lifestyle, like conserving energy in our home or avoiding single use plastics. Other times, it 84
Here in Hawai’i, it’s easy to see hope for our ocean. Many people living in coastal communities are committed to keeping the ocean and beaches clean. About 40% of the world’s population lives in coastal regions. But it’s not this fraction of the world that is solely responsible for making a difference; it’s also those who live inland, away from the coast around the world. Protecting the ocean has to be a universal desire in order to reduce our impact on the earth and its oceans. Thankfully, it seems a global shift has begun. Promoted and coordinated in 2002 and officially recognized in 2008, World Oceans
Day happens every year on June 8th. It is the official United Nations-designated international day of ocean celebration. On World Oceans Day, dozens of countries around the blue planet celebrate and honor the ocean and bring awareness to the importance of protecting it. From Mozambique, Africa’s ‘Celebration of the Sea’ and free snorkeling in Circeo, Italy to Tonga’s ‘Coastal Clean Up’ and Mexico’s ‘Festival de los Océanos’, people the world over came together to recognize one of the most important life supports of our existence. In 2008, Hawai’i became the first state to recognize and celebrate this momentous day. For the past six years, Hawai’i has commemorated World Oceans Day with beach clean ups, film festivals, contests, fundraisers, art exhibits and festivities. This year, a very special event took place at the Honolulu Museum of Art. The Opening
“Humanity as we know it depends on the livelihood of our seas, and without it, our lives will change forever.”
Night Reception for the first World Oceans Day Hawai’i presented by Pangeaseed and the Honolulu Museum of Art | Doris Duke Theater was held on Saturday evening, June 7th, 2014. The reception kicked off a week-long event with art exhibits, film screenings, a Sea Keiki Fun Zone, panel discussions and more, put together by World Oceans Day Hawai’i Co founders Tre’ Packard and Akira Biondo. Revolution was screened during the Opening Night Reception, but beforehand, guests enjoyed live music from RootHub and DJ Vina, plus tasty bites from DaSpot Café. Kona Brewing Co. was on hand to deliver cold suds, and booths were set up by organizations to provide guests with literature on how to help protect the ocean and its marine life. Surfrider Foundation, Conservation Council for Hawai’i, NOAA Fisheries and other ocean minded organizations offered free handouts, clothing, apparel and plenty of information for guests. NOAA even set up a screening
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Take action! A small action on your part multiplied by thousands around the world can contribute to a significant collective impact. Here are a few ways to get started: - Avoid using single-use plastics. (Invest in reusable coffee mugs, water bottles and shopping bags. And skip on straws!). - Help reduce marine debris by eliminating junk mail. (Check out the Do Not Mail Registry at donotmail.org or mark junk mail with a ‘Return to Sender’ note and drop it back in the mailbox). RootHub performs at Opening Night Reception.
of National Geographic’s Crittercam, which attaches to monk seals and allows researchers to gain insight into the ecology and behavior of seals in Hawai’i. Viewers got to witness a day in the life of a monk seal from the perspective of the animal itself, and learn about the common misconceptions of these creatures. World Oceans Day Hawai‘i aims to connect marine conservationists, scientists, artists, filmmakers, ocean enthusiasts and community members to inspire a new generation of ocean stewards. The event passed along knowledge and a deeper passion for the ocean to all who attended. Supporters included Patagonia, Sustainable Coastlines Hawai’i, Volcom, Kona Brewing Co., LUSH, Whole Foods and many others; all who helped promote and encourage World Oceans Day Hawai’i 2014. In Hawai’i, we are lucky to have warm water temperatures year round, an abundance of tropical marine life and some of the world’s best surf. However, as consumers of the sea, it is important we understand the consequences of our actions and how we can improve. World Oceans Day is dedicated to making a positive 86
impact, and the satellite events that take place on June 8th around the world are turning ripples into waves. This year’s theme, “together we have the power to protect the ocean”, represents the billions of humans, plants and animals that depend on the ocean for survival. It symbolizes an increasing knowledge of the ocean and the growing celebration that’s taking place around the world. Ultimately it represents the interconnectedness of everything and how crucial it is to protect and sustain this. The screening of Rob Stewart’s Revolution made a huge impact on viewers. An extremely provocative film, it will at the very least instigate awareness. Seeking to inspire audiences from across the globe to start a revolution and change the world forever, this film is more than just a step in the right direction. United with World Oceans Day and all the organizations and individuals seeking to protect our sea, this film is not just about saving our seas; it’s about saving ourselves.
- Choose seafood that is both healthful and sustainable. (Download the Seafood Watch app on your phone). - Help take care of your beach. (Pack your trash and at least one piece of somebody else’s every time you visit the coast). - Conserve energy. (Switch to energy efficient light bulbs and unplug unused appliances in your home). - Be an ocean-friendly pet owner. (Pick up your pet’s wastes). - Keep oils and other pollutants out of the ocean. (Don’t hose down your driveway. Wash your car in grassy areas and invest in eco-friendly sunscreens). - Cut down on emissions. (Walk, bike or take the public transportation more often). - Educate yourself and influence change in your community.
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Pau Hana / Alison Teal Alison Teal is not your typical breed of surfer girl. In fact, she has quite an unusual upbringing. “After I was born on the floor of a tiny log cabin high in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, my family got an assignment from Mountain Bike Magazine to go on a photojournalist adventure around the Big Island of Hawai’i and test out some of the first Mountain Bikes. We came across an incredible piece of ocean front property and decided to build a home base there called ‘Hale Kai’ or ‘Ocean House.’ Over twenty years later, this true labor of love, our very own Robinson Crusoe style grass shack has become a renowned eco retreat center and my beloved home sweet grass shack.” With a world-renowned outdoor photographer father, David Blehert, and a legendary Yogi mother, Deborah Koehn, Alison spent her childhood home-schooled on the road. The family lived in some of the most primitive, inaccessible and often dangerous mountains, jungles and unchartered wilderness areas that cover the face of planet Earth. “When I was two months old, my parents took me skiing on Ausangate, the highest peak in Southern Peru, and since then my life has been a continuous whirlwind of high adventure. I have explored and lived in the most remote, strange, colorful and bizarre corners of this planet and gotten to know, like and become friends with all manners of indigenous people, and by doing so become part of an ever-growing global family. The world was my school and my playground.” Spending most of her time skiing the tallest peaks and attending school with Sherpa children, Alison didn’t get into surfing until her early teens. But the experience would change her life forever. “My first real wave I remember was at Uluwatu… I’ve never been one to enjoy the learning curve, and I usually throw myself in way over my head. Growing up in Bali off and on, I remember some of my local friends encouraged me to paddle out in overhead Ulus. I got the ‘wave of my life’ and was convinced I got the best barrel ever. “Coming out of the water I found out someone captured it on camera - it definitely wasn’t a barrel, and I looked more like a monkey than a surfer, but I still couldn’t help smiling the rest of the day… actually the rest of the year! I think all things in life relate to surfing. Some people like to drop in big, some small. Some take bigger risks, some hang on the shoulder waiting for the wave to come to them and some just love to play in the white wash. Personally, I love to drop in big and not care what I look like. I may fall or, I may have the ride of my life... or maybe I’ll get slammed with a new learning lesson or get dragged underwater and experience a new world I’ve never seen.”
As if some sort of destined fate was calling her, Alison was featured in the nationally televised Discovery Channel hit reality TV series ‘Naked & Afraid’. “The concept of the show harkened back to the beginning of time in a sort of Adam and Eve meets ‘Survivor’, where two strangers, a man and a woman, are dropped in one of the harshest environments on Earth and left to survive the elements, and each other, for 21 days with NOTHING, and earn NO money prize.” “One of my biggest dreams is to be able to share the ancient secrets of survival and sustainability from the cultures I grew up in, and try to be a ray of sunshine in a world of wild and petty reality shows - and this was my chance,” describes Alison. “When I finally agreed to the challenge, I only had one week to prepare and when I found out I would be going to a tropical location - the Maldives - I was honored by my Hawai’i community that came together to share their knowledge of fishing, plant life, weaving and just about every darn thing there is to know about the coconut tree.” Using knowledge she learned from local Polynesians, Alison’s skills became an asset during the acclaimed survival show, providing her (and male companion Jonathan Klay) with clothes and sustenance throughout their 21 days surviving in the Maldives. The success of the TV series turned Alison Teal into a reality show celebrity. With appearances on nationally televised talk shows like Steve Harvey and Arsenio Hall, Alison showed poise and resilience, and refused to appear on any show ‘naked’, but instead in her signature survival attire. “I would not go naked, but was happy to wear my ‘native dress’ like I did on the island. My parents and my first surf coach, Uncle Ina, sent me 200 Ti leaves and enough coconut hats to last me for all the shows. I was creating the most authentic wardrobe for not only me, but also Jonathan my co-survivor. I’m forever grateful to my extended Hawai’i family for supporting the ‘wild haole wahine’ and I hope I made my homeland proud!” Now residing (off the grid) on the Big Island of Hawai’i, Alison is getting busy setting off on wild adventures around the world with her pink surfboard (made with recycled materials). Alison offers viewers a special passport into her global family, and their mind-blowing customs through humor and inspiration. With Alison’s fearless passion for life, she dives into communities living off the beaten path to unearth customs and curious traditions, investigate ancient myths and legends and showcase the importance of family to inspire eco-lifestyles for the betterment of a more sustainable tomorrow.
Pau Hana / Alison Teal Alison’s Tips for living more sustainable: • Go solar • Don’t eat out of single use plastic • Compost • Buying eco conscious brands like Patagonia or my Alison’s Adventures bikinis, made from recycle plastic bottles • Buy eco surfboards - look for the “Sustainable Surf” stamp on the bottom of the board. • Turn off lights and facets when you leave a room • Wear coconut shell bras and grass skirts whenever possible • Use non-polluting transportation…like camels. • Also, treat your body just like the earth and try to eat healthy, exercise, and respect it. Instagram: @alisonsadventures Website: www.alisonsadventures.com Bikini site (http://shop.odinasurf.com/c/ alisons-adventures) Hot pants site: (http://teeki.com/product/ love-the-adventure/)
With Alison, pink is the new green. Her signature pink surfboards are specially made to be completely eco-friendly. “My surf boards are ‘green to the core’ made from soy based sustainable products and recycled Styrofoam-such coffee cups and plant based non-toxic resin. I recently teamed up with Lost and E-tech, and together we created an all eco PINK board for my upcoming adventures. “It was fun being a part of the process and working with Matt Biolos and his incredibly talented artist daughter Ryder, to make the boards beautifully unique and to spread the word to future generations that sustainability is the wave of the future - pun intended. I always say a smile and a pink surfboard can open many doors. I love being a bridge between cultures and people. When a girl with a big smile and a pink surfboard rocks up to a village with a flower in her hair… well… I am welcomed with great curiosity and have become part of a great global family!” For Alison’s next adventure, she will return to the Maldives and reunite with the island’s princess and the local villagers. This special
episode brings awareness to the fact that while the Maldives may look like paradise, it is actually home to the largest trash island in the world. Alison’s plan is to clean up the plastic bottles on the island where she survived and recycle it into their thread, literally. Working with companies such as Teeki hot pants and Odina bikinis, they will recycle the plastic trash into usable products the world can enjoy. “My goal for Alison’s Adventures is for the brand to become an online hub of inspiration and education through entertainment. Through my website and social media I hope to create my own versions of Discovery Channel with a dash of HBO and a sprinkle of Netflix, with an aura of awesome to share the magic and stories I was fortunate enough to experience growing up global. “I hope to be a breath of inspiration for people to smile, live sustainable, surf for the pure joy of surfing, hug your parents, eat a papaya off the tree and take every chance you get to travel! I believe adventure and experiential education fuels the soul. Life is short…LIVE ALOHA and love each other.” pau
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Carissa Moore Inducted into Surfer’s Hall of Fame. Celebrating 100 years of surfing and the 20th anniversary of the U.S. Open of Surfing, the Surfers’ Hall of Fame announced its 2014 inductees and we are very proud of one girl in particular. Congrats to Oahu’s Carissa Moore, 2x World and U.S. Open Champion and Surfer’s Hall of Fame 2014 inductee! Other inductees include Rusty Preisendorfer, founder of Rusty Surfboards and one of the industry’s most prolific and forward-thinking shapers/ entrepreneurs, and Timmy Turner, the surf videographer and modern-day inspiration who overcame a virulent staph infection to return to the water and his craft. The three newest inductees will have their hand and footprints immortalized in cement on Friday, August 1st at 10 a.m. in front of Huntington Surf & Sport. Sebastian Zietz x SoBe. The diverse beverage company that is
known for its range of teas, enhanced waters and elixirs, has harkened back to its surfing roots. SoBe welcomed Kauai pro surfer Sebastian ‘Seabass’ Zietz as its newest brand ambassador. Tati Wins $15k for GoPro Barrel. We’re stoked to congratulate Body Glove team rider Tatiana WestonWebb on her recent ASP GoPro Challenge win at the Fiji Women’s Pro and Fiji Pro. The second contest of the season, GoPro awarded Tati $15,000 for capturing a crazy Cloudbreak barrel during the Fiji Pro expression session, nabbing the win over a plethora of ASP WCT veterans. What a ride! Be sure to check it out online at aspworldtour.com. World’s Largest Ocean Sanctuary Pledged. President Obama and actor Leonardo DiCaprio rallied for support on June 17th to help protect the sea and its marine life, and pledged the world’s largest ocean sanctuary at the U.S. State Department’s “Our Ocean” conference. The White House announced its intentions to expand the Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument, which would protect a large area of the Pacific Ocean from fishing and energy
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“Like Presidents Clinton and Bush before me, I’m going to use my authority as president to protect some of our most precious marine landscapes, just like we do for mountains, rivers and forests,” Obama said in a recorded message at the conference. “If we don’t do something to save our oceans now, it won’t just be the sharks and whales that will suffer, it will be us and our children and our children’s children,” he said. Hallelujah!
HIC Big Island Kendama Tour came and went on July 3rd, 4th and 5th at various locations around the Big Island. There was a Kendama exhibition with Matt
J.O.B. Launches New Signature Pad. Tools Surf Products, a surf accessory brand in Australia, recently launched “Sweets” Jorgenson and the Sweets Pro Team, autograph signing, free contests and prizes at HIC’s Hilo and Kona locations. The Sweets Team also dropped in at HIC Waimea to demonstrate some mad Kendama skills and sign autographs for fans.
team rider Jamie O’Brien’s new signature traction pad. The Tools designers worked closely with Jamie to create the TOOLS J.O.B. Signature Model Traction Pad, complete with perfect density and a supreme cut to give maximum grip to suit Jamie’s unique surfing style. El Niño in Hawai’i. NOAA’s climate prediction center has issued an El Niño watch, which in Hawai’i could mean a return to drought-like conditions and an increase in hurricane threats. Climate experts are saying there are no guarantees, but they believe there is a 50% chance El Niño will develop over the next six months. So you might want to consider stocking up on canned goods, candles, water and the other essentials... if you’ve lived in Hawai’i long
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