LAST LIGHT DELIGHTS
The first time I met Pat he was shooting with my good friend and Salt Water contributor Ivy Thomas. Iwas just out there to have fun.. as you can see below Pat has a way of capturing the moment as I jumped through the air to give Ivy an unexpected high five. I like to be a little bit unpredictable in my surfing to make it more exciting for everyone involved.
After seeing this image & his talent I was keen to work with him again. As a result there had been many texts back & forth to try and arrange the right day & place. Excitedly we arranged to meet at Rainbow Bay as we knew there would be some small peelers & potentially a beautiful sunset. Ivy was keen to shoot as well.
The conditions weren't ideal though.. there was a strong current on the inside bank & although it doesn't look like it the crowd was thick. It was challenging for Pat, Ivy & I all to link up & make it work. However as you can see Pat always seemed to be in the right position & scored some amazing shots right on sunset.
The coffin ride whilst Ivy is noseriding behind me is probably one of my favorite moments. Having fun with friends & sharing waves is what I love about surfing. Can't wait to get out there again!
All shots by Patrick Clifford
Shot over consecutive mornings during the long, recent run of North Coast autumn swell, In the Family of Things is Dave Rastovich in his element, doing his thing.