A surfer from Noosa's sun drenched shores obsessed with the dark world of gothic horror, Jai Lee's personal struggles and addiction to noseriding have twisted his creativity. Words: Chris Preston Photos: Thomas Robinson (pp 1&3), Andy Staley (pp4)and Dane Peterson

God Went Surfing with The Devil is a film by Alex Klein, which documents the war-torn region of Gaza. At a time when tensions are high, this film investigates the attitudes and aspirations of a small pocket of people where surfing removes socio-political divisions and lets the ocean carry their aspirations for peace.

Drift tracked down Mark Jeremias and Jason Baffa, directors of ‘Singlefin: Yellow’, to talk about their new project, ‘One California Day’, and find out their thoughts on surf culture and tradition from Crescent City to Imperial Beach. Words: Jamie Bott

When the ‘Apocalypse Now’ film crew packed up and left the Philippine coastal town of Baler, they left one important item behind – a surfboard. More than 30 years on and this quiet backwater is home to a stoked crew of welcoming locals. Words: Mark Sankey Photos: Alexa Poppe

Jimmy Newitt pays homage to one of South Devon's treasures - not a break but a surfer who stands tall in the crowd. Words: Jimmy Newitt Photos: Ollie Howe

Meet Nick Blair of Joistik Surfboards, whose distinctive decal gets a regular flashing as some of the Gold Coast's best surfers do their thing. Photos & words: Mat Arney


Newquay’s first ART8 festival

April 10, 2012 | Words By: Staff Writer

The mention of Newquay will for many people conjure up negative images of summer season excess. Yet the town has much more to offer. Art 8 will link the town’s business community with the artist quarter to celebrate and showcase the wealth of hidden creative talent.

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Mario Pinheiro

July 08, 2011 | Words By: Staff Writer

Mario Pinheiro finished an MA in Illustration & Animation at Kingston University, London, and currently lives and works in Porto, Portugal.

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Rhino Cutting

May 15, 2011 | Words By: Droog79

“No endangered animals were harmed in the making of this artwork.”

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Surfrider Japan benefit art show

March 17, 2011 | Words By: Staff Writer

Justin “Scrappers” Morrison has organised a little art show to help raise some money for Surfrider Japan and the good work they have ahead.

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The 4th M.I.A.C.S. Is On This Weekend

May 05, 2010 | Words By: Niega

openerThe M.I.A.C.S. (International Surf Art Market) is starting this Friday in Biarritz.

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Assaf Iglesias

April 21, 2010 | Words By: Angela

assaf-iglesiasAssaf Iglesias recently introduced himself to Drift, and we loved his work so much that we wanted to share it with the world…

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West country colours

April 12, 2010 | Words By: Mark

steve-ppSteve Plydell-Pearce (aka Steve PP) is an impressionist artist and former animator living an envious lifestyle by the beach in Woolacombe – painting and surfing the inspiring littoral of North Devon.

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Tristan Mausse

March 29, 2010 | Words By: Niega

opener4I started following Tristan Mausse through his blog back when he was glassing for the French brand UWL. Shortly after he left Europe with his girlfriend to travel the world, and they settled down for an extended surf/work trip in Australia, (…)

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