In an industry increasingly dominated by mass-produced and overseas surfboards, local surfboard shaping remains a craft deeply rooted in community and connection. On California’s Central Coast, surfboard shaper Shane Stoneman has spent more than 25 years hand-shaping boards for surfers he knows personally. Stoneman believes the relationship between surfer and shaper, and the pride that […]
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Surfboard Art Festival encourages local engagement
Colors streak the boards. Designs show intricate patterns and descriptive landscapes. The Morro Bay Surfboard Art Festival exhibits the exquisite craft and skill of local artists in Morro Bay. Though surfboard art isn’t classified as “fine art,” a charitable organization looks to give back to the community and local artists through the recognition of surfboard […]