Swell Sailing the Pacific in Search of Surf and Self

True surfers understand that surfing is not a sport, a hobby or even a lifestyle. Instead, it is a path, a constantly evolving journey that directs where you go, how you live, and who you are.

In 2006, Liz Clark decided to follow the path that surfing, sailing and love of the ocean had presented to her. Embarking on an adventure that most only dream of taking, she set sail from Santa Barbara, solo, headed to the South Pacific. Nine years later she is still following her path in search of surf and self and the beauty and inspiration that lies beyond the beaten path.

In stories overflowing with epic waves and at the whim of the weather, Liz captures her voyage in gripping detail, telling tales of self awareness, solitude, connection to the earth, and really great surf spots.

After college, Liz Clark left Southern California in her 40-foot sailboat to turn her dream of sailing around the world into a reality. Now, when not surfing perfect reef passes in the South Pacific, she works to raise environmental awareness through writing and photography. Liz, originally from Santa Barbara, is currently traveling in the South Pacific.

Serena Mitnik-Miller is an artist and designer working in California. She splits her time between San Francisco and Los Angeles, combining her days painting, designing, collecting, and collaborating with her local artisan community. Serena’s paintings are created by hand using watercolor pigment on paper. Serena splits her time between San Francisco and Los Angeles.