Chasing Clarity

Travis and I walk the elevated driveway to the legendary Peter Joli Wilson's residence. Perched atop a hill, we overlook the distant waters of the Gold Coast. "Please, come in," Joli greets us and invites us in. I've never done a podcast before!" He smiles as we sit at the family dining table. "Don't worry, mate," I reply. I've done a few."Joli as he prefers to be called is in the upper echelon of Australian Surf Photography, a good friend of previous guest Ted Grambeau, he's credited as a pioneer in the industry. With over four decades of experience, this is an episode full of learnings and not to be missed. From tales of photographing my favourite surfer Kelly Slater, how the industry has changed, to being subscripted into the Vietnam war, there's not too many topics we didn't cover. We conversed for over two hours so I've made this episode into a two-parter.Peter Joli Wilson:www.joliphotos.comI'd love to see your work and hear your thoughts on my show 'Chasing Clarity'. Please get in touch via Instagram - @senseiodellIf you want to help the show grow, it's awesome to subscribe and great to rate on your podcast player BUT amazing if you share the show with someone, your stories or a group.Want to suggest a guest or be a guest? Hit me on the Gram.If you'd like to support the show for less than a cup of coffee a month you can use the link below:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=15926773

Dylan reassures me that we should paddle out here. I don't agree; I've surfed this place for 20 years. A bomb set washes through the keyhole further up where I'm pointing. "Ok, we'll go out here, I say."Dylan's already 20 meters away, paddling out...I'm arguing alone. lol.I've been trying to have a conversation with Dylan for over a year. His YouTube clips inspire me when I'm feeling flat to get in the drink. On this day, I not only got to record with Dylan, but I also got to shoot a heaving cyclone swell with him.There's weird things happening in the world at the moment. Stay Humble Stay Kind Stay Smiling.To see Dylan's work:https://www.dylanbrayshaw.com/I'd love to see your work and hear your thoughts on my show 'Chasing Clarity'. Please get in touch via Instagram - @senseiodellIf you want to help the show grow, it's awesome to subscribe and great to rate on your podcast player BUT amazing if you share the show with someone, your stories or a group.Want to suggest a guest or be a guest? Hit me on the Gram.If you'd like to support the show for less than a cup of coffee a month you can use the link below:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=15926773

Thundercloud...a surf documentary about MASSIVE waves at a life threatening location...this was Talon's pinnacle of his craft at the time...independent film making. Talon's an award winning Cinema film maker that's humble enough to only mention it after pressing him.In this Episode we talk about his experience working in the TV industry, being head of audio/visual for Billabong at the height of the industry and his drive to make surf movies since being a teenager.We discuss his love of travel and adventure and what it's like to release a film to the world....spoiler alert....its stressful and rewarding!lol.Just a heads up...the C bomb is dropped as a quote once in this Ep.There's so many learnings in this Ep, I especially like how Talon discusses the value of footage and how there's time pressures with each new swell.Go watch Talon's film here:https://vimeo.com/ondemand/thundercloud and check out his production house:http://www.onepalmmedia.com/I'd love to see your work and hear your thoughts on my show 'Chasing Clarity'. Please get in touch via Instagram - @senseiodellIf you want to help the show grow, it's awesome to subscribe and great to rate on your podcast player BUT amazing if you share the show with someone, your stories or a group.Want to suggest a guest or be a guest? Hit me on the Gram.If you'd like to support the show for less than a cup of coffee a month you can use the link below:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=15926773

Hannah Prewitt a former marine biologist, sits with me overlooking a beautiful morning on the shores of Dicky Beach. In this episode of Chasing Clarity she tells me of her worldwide travels, being mentored by famous surf photographer Joli, moving to Noosa and the trials and tribulations of going pro in her creative passion. There's plenty of learnings in this one including some advice on gear. https://www.hannahprewitt.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hannahprewittphotography/I'd love to see your work and hear your thoughts on my show 'Chasing Clarity'. Please get in touch via Instagram - @senseiodellIf you want to help the show grow, it's awesome to subscribe and great to rate on your podcast player BUT amazing if you share the show with someone, your stories or a group.Want to suggest a guest or be a guest? Hit me on the Gram.If you'd like to support the show for less than a cup of coffee a month you can use the link below:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=15926773

Tom Woods and I met at an Aquatech event, I'd gone to support Sean Scott (not that he needs my support) but I'd met him through the Gold Coast Community and we'd talked about getting him on the show....something that hasn't happened as yet...anyway, I was perusing the gear, talking shop to one of the staff and Tom approached me, " I know that voice...you've got that podcast right?" We got to talking and I quickly decided he'd be a great guest, something he was shy on. Over the next few months, Tom and I have been in contact..I've been a closet fan of his YouTube videos and the content he puts out.We met up at his local coast, the Sunshine Coast, a trip I rarely take. "I've got a 92-year-old, wheelchair-bound, gambling addict Aunty that I need to take for her fix, before I see her let's shoot and record," I suggested.In this episode Tom shares a mountain of knowledge, I talk a little too much but still manage to absorb many of his learnings.Tommy's the real deal and a great example of how chasing clarity has fulfilled some of his dreams and afforded him a lifestyle many are envious of.Tom Woods - @stimagesFree Surf Photography Course I'd love to see your work and hear your thoughts on my show 'Chasing Clarity'. Please get in touch via Instagram - @senseiodellIf you want to help the show grow, it's awesome to subscribe and great to rate on your podcast player BUT amazing if you share the show with someone, your stories or a group.Want to suggest a guest or be a guest? Hit me on the Gram.If you'd like to support the show for less than a cup of coffee a month you can use the link below:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=15926773