Growing up near the coast, the allure of surfing always fascinated me. However, it took until my twenties for me to take the plunge into going after it, largely because the sport appeared intimidatingly lacking in diversity. Over the years, I’ve found an immense sense of belonging amongst the vibrant Black surf community in Southern California, a reminder that I’m not alone in my passion. "Wavelengths" is an ongoing project dedicated to documenting and celebrating the strength, creativity, and unity that thrive within the Black surf community. Ultimately, I hope that these images and stories serve as inspiration to anyone, reassuring them that there are people who look like them finding peace and purpose in surfing, and that they too are welcome in the ocean.
Special thanks to Apostrophe Reps AMP for supporting this project.
Talent: Sierra Raequel @sierraraequel, Brick Howze @__brick , Gage Crismond @gagecrismond
1st Assistant: Jake Caminero @jakecaminero
2nd Assistant: Sid Baptista @arthousefilmlab
Production Assistant: Cherish McDonald @cherishlynnmcdonald
BTS Photography: Qurissy @qurissy
