Update 1st Febuary, 2012
While the strong southeast wind was chewing up the ocean, a dark and dirty sky hovered over my head threatening rain at any moment. I stood there shivering in a t-shirt, wondering if the two pro surfers I had arranged to meet this morning at 6 am would actually bother to show. It was only a few seconds before I had the answer as my iphone vibrated in my pocket revealing a text from Perth which read, “Can you bring me some blu-tack for my ear, it hurts?” It was on!
After picking up Perth and Jerome at Bondi, we headed straight for Bronte. It was the only place that would hold some protection from the ugly wind. I made the mistake of saying “I hope it doesn’t rain” as we drove around past Mackenzie’s and as soon as we walked down the path to Bronte, I had to run for a shed to hide in as it came tumbling down. The surf was atrocious by any standards but the boys made it look good, as only pro surfers can in conditions like that. With big airs and carves, the boys put in a solid hours performance. It was really enjoyable to shoot.
In a rush to get the report out yesterday, I mistakenly credited Dan Hutton, the editor of The Beast as being the videographer of the incredible short video – Bondi Beach NYE 2011/12 SHORETHING music festival. It was actually the work of Marcus O’Brien. Sorry Marcus. I actually know Dan and as much as I’m sure he is a fine shooter himself, I think he would admit that he would be pushing it up hill to beat this one. For those that missed it yesterday. CLICK HERE for a look.
Cheers – Billy
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