maginei photography is a sponsor of Ride A Wave foundation, and has had the opportunity to photograph their amazing camps for the past several years. Here is some footage from the season, as well as footage from my first day photographing from the water.
“Ride a Wave’s mission is to give children with special needs the chance to feel the thrill of riding a wave and experience a safe, fun-filled day at the beach, whether they are physically, developmentally or economically challenged. Since its inception in 1998, Ride a Wave (RAW) has helped over 2,500 kids get in the water and have a life changing day at the beach.”
Photographing these events and being part of these kids’ first ocean experiences is an absolute honor. Their courage and the expressions on their faces as they experience the ocean is an inspiration to me. It is the most fun photography!
Slideshows
04/26/2008 – Sycamore House Commons RAW Camp
04/27/2008 – Burn Foundation/California & Peninsula Schools for the Blind
Copyright 2008 Kimberley Bermender
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Gary Irving’s Santa Cruz surf film, Antics, premiered at the Rio Theatre on April 12th, as part of a benefit fundraiser for Ride A Wave. The film showcases a stellar cast of local surfers, including: Jason “Ratboy” Collins, CJ Nelson, Tanner Beckett, Dane Perlee, Robert “Wingnut” Weaver and many more standout talents.
I photographed the event, and many of Santa Cruz’s most active surf community stars came out to support Gary, Ride A Wave, and watch a great film. Sponsor was GP Surfboards, and some lucky fella walked off with a beautiful new board (I still can’t believe I didn’t win it!).
View the Antics Movie Premiere Slideshow
We’ll be photographing upcoming Ride A Wave events. Check back for images.
Gary Sees His Film on Big Screen
Filling Out Raffle Tickets
Enraptured Audience
In Front of Theatre
Only In Santa Cruz: Surfers Crossing
Copyright 2008 Kimberley Bermender
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