# Bewitching Wave Photography Brad Styron Captures Unreal Images Amid Surfable Waters By Jason Soy | Published 2012-07-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brad-styron References: [cuded](http://www.cuded.com/2012/07/wave-photography-by-brad-styron/) & [bradstyron](http://www.bradstyron.com/) Viewers are naturally overwhelmed with a sense of awe when looking at Brad Styron’s impressive photographs of [beach waves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standing-wave-house). The images shock audiences’ ocular senses with their colors and clarity, and the compositions are always balanced in a way only a seasoned pro can pull off. More impressive than all those things however, is the fact that Styron has to capture these images whilst [surfing on a board](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proflex-technology). The man can clearly multitask. Brad Styron is both a graphic designer and photographer based in Emerald Isle, NC. Hailing from a family of surfers and starting his surf career at 8 years old, it only seemed natural for Styron to capture images of his beloved second home. Surfing is such a part of his family, in fact, that his late uncle Buddy Pelletier has an [annual longboard surf contest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surfbuddy) in Atlantic Beach named after him. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Surfing Photography:** Capturing stunning images of beach waves while surfing presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the field of photography. - **Multitasking Photography:** The ability to capture impressive photographs while engaging in another activity, such as surfing, opens up new possibilities for creative professionals. - **Immersive Visual Experiences:** The use of vibrant colors and balanced compositions in wave photography creates an immersive visual experience that can be applied to various industries, such as advertising and media. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photography:** The field of photography can benefit from exploring new techniques and approaches, such as multitasking photography while engaging in dynamic activities. - **Surfing Equipment:** The development of specialized photography equipment and accessories for surfers can revolutionize the surfing industry and enhance the experience for both professionals and enthusiasts. - **Advertising and Media:** Immersive visual experiences created by wave photography can be leveraged in advertising campaigns and media productions to captivate audiences and create a lasting impact. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Surfing-Focused Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raymond-pettibon-1.md) - [Global Surf Video Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swell-diary.md) - [Surfboard-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacific-collection.md) - [Biotech-Informed Surfboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battboard-electric-surfboard.md) - [Oceanic-Themed Playful Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-cober.md) - [Relaxing Beachside Boutique Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/james-bradley.md) - [Wave-Inspired Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seahorse-coffee-table.md) - [Rideable Sandcastle Courses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rideable-sandcastle-course.md) - [Streetwear-Informed Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-and-stssy.md)