I shoot mostly around the Cronulla Beach front as well as Voodoo, Shark Island, The Point, Solander and even Kurnell Point when it's on. I don't travel overseas much anymore (or not at all since COVID times) so enjoy just shooting locally.
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I have lived and surfed in Cronulla my whole life so I do have a good idea what swells work best for the different breaks around Cronulla. I don't shoot everyday, usually only when the surf is good. I generally prefer the afternoons because the light is front lit though I can be found out early in the mornings shooting if the conditions are on. These days I am generally shooting from the beach with my Canon gear and "The Mad Huey", my black and white border collie, by my side. I do get out in the water occasionally with my Aquatech gear.
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Popped out to the Cape to see if there was any swell only to be told when I arrived that I had missed it. As I was about to head back home to Cronulla Kipp Caddy told me he was about to head back out so I decided to stay and see what I could get. Young Hughie Vaughan went out with him amd Lucas "Chumbo" was still out as was Kash Brown and a few others. I managed to score a few images which can viewed in the slideshow by CLICKING HERE.
Images shot around Cronulla during April 2026 are now on the website. You can view a selction of images in the slideshow by CLICKING HERE.
One of the largest swells for awhile hit the Cronulla Beach front with The Point being the most popular and maybe really the only spot to get a wave on the Saturday. You can view a selction of images in a slideshow by CLICKING HERE.
2026 is up and running. I will again this year be shooting the surfing action in Cronulla. I only shoot when the surf is good and action is worthwhile posting. When I do shoot the photos from the day will be posted here in slideshows containing the best action from the day. There are already a few images posted. You can view a selction of images in a slideshow as they appear by CLICKING HERE.
Images from the 2025 Carve Dunny Bowl hosted by Elouera Boardriders Club at Elouera Beach. Shane Campbell took out the men's division and April Davey won the women's. You can view a selction of images in a slideshow by CLICKING HERE
The first bottom turn is crucial in surfing because it sets up the rest of the ride. It's the foundation for almost every manoeuvre on the wave, allowing surfers to transition from dropping in to generating speed and positioning themselves for other turns or manoeuvres. A well-executed bottom turn can make the difference between a successful ride and a frustrating one.
Here's why it's so important:
• Speed Generation: The bottom turn is where you convert the potential energy of dropping into the wave into horizontal speed.
• Positioning: It helps you get into the "power pocket" of the wave, where the wave is steepest and provides the most energy.
• Manoeuvre Setup: It positions you to perform other turns like cutbacks, snaps, or aerials, or to set up for a barrel.
• Flow and Control: A good bottom turn allows for a smooth, controlled ride, rather than feeling like you're just being pushed along by the wave.
• Confidence: Mastering the bottom turn builds confidence and allows you to progress to more advanced manoeuvres.
In essence, a good bottom turn is like the foundation of a building – without a solid foundation, the structure won't be stable or able to handle more weight.
Elouer Boardriders junior training squad session at Elouera for the upcoming Kirra Teams Challenge. You can view a selction of images in a slideshow by CLICKING HERE
The Shark Challenge was held Friday 4 July 2025 in conditions that were not ideal but still provided the spectacle that makes this prestigious so much looked forward to each year. Unfortunately I could not hang around for too long but managed to grab a few images. You can view a selction of those images by CLICKING HERE
You can view the images in the Slideshow for June 2025 by CLICKING HERE
View the Short 4K video of Korbin Whyte. Korbin has certainly matured into a dynamic surfer over the last year or so. He was so impressive during this afternoon Elouera session. Shot Monday 26 May 2025 😊 You can view the video by clicking on the image to view the Video on the Surf Images Youtube Channel or by CLICKING HERE.
You can view the 4K video of EBC surfing at URBNSURF on Sunday 18 May 2025 😊 by clicking on the imago or by CLICKING HERE to view the video on the Surf Images Youtube Channel.
You can view the images in the URBNSURF with EBC Slideshow by CLICKING HERE
Soren has developed into a strong competitive surfer as he has matured over the last year or so. He has honed his skills in competitive surfing starting out competing with Elouera Board Riders Club.
You can view the images in the May 2025 Slideshow by CLICKING HERE
Some faces shot around the Cronulla Beach front over 2025. I will add to the slideshow over the year. You can view the Faces Slideshow by CLICKING HERE
Images shot at North Cronulla Thursday 24 April 2025 have now been added to the Surf Images April 2025 Slideshow. You can view the April Slideshow by CLICKING HERE
Hopefully we start to get some more consistent swell now that the cooler months are coming. You can view the April Slideshow by CLICKING HERE to view the Slideshow.
Up early and headed down the beach to see who got new surfboards for Christmas 😊. I shot a few images down in the Alley while I was there. You can view some of the images I shot by CLICKING HERE to view the Slideshow.
It was new camera day with the new Canon R1 and I headed down the beach to give it a workout shooting surfing images. Typically when wanting to tryout something new there was very little surf 😊. You can view some of the images I shot by CLICKING HERE to view the Slideshow.
Short 4K video of a few waves from the Cronulla 'Sharks' Boardriders Club Contest held Saturday 21 September 2024 at Greenhills beach, Cronulla. 😊 You can view the video by clicking on the image below.
Some Images from the Shark Island Bodyboard Challenge 2024 are now in the Slideshows. 😊. CLICK HERE to view the Slideshow.
Some Images for June 2024 are now in the Slideshows. 😊. CLICK HERE to view the Slideshow.
A selection of Images from the May slideshow below. CLICK HERE to view the full Slideshow.
Some Images for May 2024 are now in the Slideshows. 😊. CLICK HERE to view the Slideshow.
Some Images for April 2024 are now in the Slideshows. 😊. CLICK HERE to view the Slideshow.
Some Images for March 2024 are now in the Slideshows. 😊. CLICK HERE to view the Slideshow.
Some Images for February 2024 are now in the Slideshows. 😊.
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First images for December are now in the Slideshows. 😊.
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First images for October are now in the Slideshows. 😊.
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August is running true to form with not much swell. I have only shot a couple of times during the month with only a very small swell running each time. Images for the month are now being posted in the August Slideshow. If you spot an image of yourself in the Slideshow feel free to right click and download it but remember it is for your personal use only on your Social Media. If you do use an image, a photo credit @gregmccarthysurfimages would be appreciated. Anyone wishing to use the images for commercial use must contact me to negotiate terms. I am not in the business of losing money to help other people make it 😊.
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July has kicked off with some decent swell and great sunny offsore winds just in time for the school holidays. Let's hope it continues for the rest of the month. Images for the month are now being posted in the July Slideshow. If you spot an image of yourself in the Slideshow feel free to right click and download it but remember it is for your personal use only on your Social Media. If you do use an image, a photo credit @gregmccarthysurfimages would be appreciated. Anyone wishing to use the images for commercial use must contact me to negotiate terms. I am not in the business of losing money to help other people make it 😊.
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June 2023 has been a poor month for surf so far so I have not shot until recently with the small swell that has started to run. Let’s hope there is a bit more swell for the rest of the month so that I can get a few more images to add to the Slideshow. If you spot an image of yourself in the Slideshow feel free to right click and download it but remember it is for your personal use only on your Social Media. If you do use an image, a photo credit @gregmccarthysurfimages would be appreciated. Anyone wishing to use the images for commercial use must contact me to negotiate terms. I am not in the business of losing money to help other people make it 😊.
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These images were shot at Voo Doo (Potter Point) mid morning on Friday 5 May 2023. The swell was small but fun on an out going tide fanned by a light north westerly wind. The images were shot with a Canon R3 and a Canon EF800mm f5.6 lens. CLICK HERE to view the Slideshow. CLICK HERE to view the Video on YouTube
The last month of autumn is here and has produced some very nice surf conditions so far. CLICK HERE to view a selection of images shot so far for May 2023
I was trying out my new Aquatech Edge waterhousing with the Canon R6 Mark II and managed to jag this shot right on sunrise of Rebekah who was out surfing the predawn swell with her Husband Thijs
Stuart Paterson in the Shaping bay at PCC Surfboards. Watch the full video of Pato creating a custom craft for my brother Mark especially for a recent trip to the Menatawai Islands on my YouTube Channel.
A selection of images for January 2023. CLICK HERE to view the Slideshow.
A selection of images for January 2023. CLICK HERE to view the Slideshow.
