Soul Surfer

This drawing features a girl lying on her surfboard with a calm, serene expression. It draws inspiration from Michael Zavros’ hyper-realistic portrait Bad Dad. Edward was influenced by Zavros’ compositional stillness and aimed to reinterpret it through the lens of surfing. In his work, he captures the peacefulness the ocean can offer, a moment of quiet and tranquility. The girl is seen resting on her board, like Zavro’s, lost in a meditative thought before her focus switches back to the approaching whitewash wave. This fleeting scene reflects a sense of inner calm and serenity, highlighting her intimate connection to the sea.

Model: Kathryn Dixon