Autumn Sunrise
Sunday 26th March 2023. I’m up early with the knowledge of Autumn swell at the local beaches and the glimpse of a glowing sky. Arriving at the Red Bus carpark the waves are pulsing as the first crew show up. Straight off the bat I’m treated to one of the best sunrises I’ve ever managed to capture at this spot - it’s going to be a good day.
An absolute cracker of a sunrise at Makorori Beach - 26/03/23
part art, part luck & mostly hierarchy - the carpark hustle is top of the mornings priorities, especially for those that have done their time. If you’re parked too far to the North this may delay the act of surfing until vehicle order is restored. Oftentimes it’s a game of metres - sometimes involving bribes. An iconic crew of legends such as John Gisby, Teddy Colbert and Benny Hutchings frequent this stretch, completely dedicated to their daily quota of carpark banter & set wave shredding.
The subtleties of the carpark shuffle - Gisby and Teddy
First out @ first light
40 minutes before sun up.
As the masses simultaneously reach for their wetsuits the entire place lights up. Long walled peaks are seen along the beach - a sign of combo swells predominantly from the East. the tide is getting full but those that know have their plans. It’s a warm Autumn morning that would pass as Summer.
The type of scene that people live here for - Makorori Beach
After an hour or so of shooting I packed up and found a wave for myself a few KM’s down the way. Everybody had the same idea but there were waves to be had at most spots. bring on the rest of Autumn - its the best time of year. Hope you all got in! // DM.
Autumn Blaze // The newest addition the the print store!