Counter Currents
Photographed by Quinn Matthews, this global body of work features many of today's most renowned surfers. Matthews traveled across Australia, California, Costa Rica, El Salvador, France, Indonesia, Panama, and Portugal in search of the perfect swell for each image.
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John John Florence
Quinn Matthews
From $195.00
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The Wave
Quinn Matthews
From $175.00
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Dane Reynolds
Quinn Matthews
From $175.00
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Hossegor Sunset
Quinn Matthews
From $195.00
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Kolohe Andino
Quinn Matthews
From $195.00
"My interest in the seemingly peak moment shifted to capturing each surfer's unique approach to a wave. Room for expression and interpretation is the allure of surfing".
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Full Speed
Quinn Matthews
From $195.00
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Silent Set
Quinn Matthews
From $195.00
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Out to Sea
Quinn Matthews
From $195.00
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Timeless Lines
Quinn Matthews
From $195.00
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The Cove
Quinn Matthews
From $175.00
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Sandbar Blues
Quinn Matthews
From $175.00
Quinn Matthews
Born in 1995 in Sun Valley, ID. Lives & works in Los Angeles, CA.
Background
Quinn Matthews is an American artist and filmmaker whose art focuses on tangibility and intention. Recognized as one of the leading photographers across the surf industry, he is known for his signature style and ability to capture the art of the "in-between". Matthews has collaborated with the world's most decorated surfers including John John Florence, Kolohe Andino, Dane Reynolds, and many more.
"Idaho is best known for producing potatoes, yet one of the best surf photographers in the world hails from the landlocked state".
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