An exhilarating homage to the surf and van culture of the California coast, from the author of Les Danseurs
The English born photographer Matthew Brookes, raised in South Africa and then spent many years in Paris where he discovered his passion for photography. His images have been featured in several publications including Vanity Fair, Vogue, L'uomo Vogue, The New York Times' T Magazine, Interview and British and Spanish Vogue. He also works closely with a variety of luxury brands Giorgio Armani, Hugo Boss, Cartier, Ralph Lauren, Zegna, among others. His previous book Les danseurs (Damiani, 2015) is a series of photographs of the ballet dancers of the Paris Opera. He divides his time between Paris and New York.
Matthew tells a poignant story of youth choosing to follow their
dreams, living out of vans, existing for surf and travel and
freedom, and always chasing the best waves.--Elena Martinique
"Widewalls"
Exploring the visceral energy and low-key camaraderie of the scene,
Brookes prizes glimpses of calm solitude over relentless adrenaline
rush.--Sarah Moroz "i-D"
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