Honorable Mention
Surfs Up
DESCRIPTION
Surf boards stand at attention at a shop in Hanalei, Kauai, waiting patiently for someone to take them for a ride in the ocean. Surfing is part of Hawaiian culture and not for the faint of heart; in the northern part of the island of Kauai, waves can reach as high as 100 feet. The fire department in Kauai carries surf boards on their trucks to rescue tourists who venture out too far into the ocean as first-time surfers. AUTHOR
I’m PJ Martin, a self-taught, amateur photographer living in the Canadian prairies. When a camera is in my hands, whether film or digital, I’m my best self. Making photos is not only my escape from daily stressors, but a way to learn more about the world and my place within it. There’s so much to be inspired by, every day, just by looking, and really seeing what’s around you. 