She Surf, The Rise of Female Surfing
An ode to the women who brave the waves and transform surf culture worldwide.
Surfing has been a source of freedom and adventure for centuries, from its Polynesian origins to the iconic beaches of California. But while the story of the surf world is often told through a male lens, women have always played an important role in this sport. The coffee table book She Surf shines a spotlight on female surfers – from past pioneers to today's trailblazers.
This inspiring photo book takes you on a journey around the world to legendary surf spots such as Hawaii, Taghazout, and Tofino, but also to lesser-known gems like the Tuscan coast and the Seychelles. Discover the stories of Stephanie Gilmore, multiple world champion and Olympic athlete, Chloe Calmon, the Brazilian queen of longboarding, and Ishita Malaviya, India's first professional female surfer who inspires her community.
With breathtaking photography and captivating texts by professional surfer and writer Lauren L. Hill, She Surf delves into the history of Polynesian surf princesses, groundbreaking female surfers of the 60s, and the contemporary women who are innovating the sport. This coffee table book is a celebration of female strength, ocean-bound adventure, and the global community of surfers who shape the waves – and the future of surfing.
About the author:
Lauren L. Hill is a professional surfer, writer, and storyteller with an eco-feminist perspective on surf culture. She has documented surf communities around the world for a decade and has a background in environmental and social sciences. Lauren was a senior writer for Surfing World Magazine and appeared in award-winning documentaries such as The Church of the Open Sky and Beyond the Surface. She also hosts The Waterpeople Podcast and is committed to protecting our oceans through storytelling and community building.
