The most beautiful surfing images of photographer Chris Burkard

Considered one of the best outdoor sports photographers in the world, Chris Burkard has made a specialty of shooting surf. Here are his best shots.

With 3.7 million followers on Instagram, Chris Burkard is a phenomenon in the world of photography. This 35-year-old American born in California has quickly made a name for himself in the world of outdoor sports. His pictures have made the front page of major magazines such as National Geographic or Surfer Magazine. Chris Burkard is recognized as the most talented photographer in the surfing world. Here are some of his most sumptuous shots.

 
 
 
 
 
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"Often I find myself in situations where I'm absolutely alone in the middle of the elements or on the road..." explains Chris, "I try to make sure I capture what I see, as it is, and the experience I have of it. So I try not to spend too much time shooting and taking lots of photos, and focus more on the experience itself."

 
 
 
 
 
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"When I do commercial photography, I shoot what needs to be shot and I get what I have to get, but when I'm on personal projects, kind of what you see on my social networks, there I spend a lot more time in the heart of the elements, really soaking it up."

 
 
 
 
 
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"At the start of my career, I was looking for a lot of inspiration and I looked at the work of lots of photographers. Henri Cartier-Bresson in particular inspired me a lot. His work was instantaneous and instinctive. He totally immersed himself in the moment and really lived 'the moment'."

 
 
 
 
 
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"I'm drawn to lost places like the Faroes, simply because few people travel all the way there. Difficult access and uncertain weather are the main reasons why these islands are a complicated destination for many, but ideal for me."

 
 
 
 
 
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"Spending so much time in the Arctic zones over the last seven years has made me realize their fragile beauty. The unpredictability of the skies, surf conditions and winding roads are not easy to deal with, but that's what keeps the travel experience spontaneous."