Our Ventura crew consisted of @catherinemaocatherinemao, @thembihanify, and @averyysmithson—a joyful, creative group of incredible women. They’re just as amazing out of the water as they are in the lineup! 💞
By day, @catherinemaocatherinemao is an all-around creative—talented photographer, videographer, and storyteller. She finds joy in connecting with people through her multimedia art. 🎨 She was also our resident cowgirl for the day, sharing stories from her time with farm animals in Ventura. 🐮 Catherine also works with amazing groups like @larubeyasuring and @bennys.club to make surfing more inclusive and accessible. Make sure to check them out!
@thembihanify, Kiwi-born and Aussie-raised, is the founder and creative director of @emocean.surf, a magazine dedicated to celebrating diversity in surfing. 🌊 Besides the magazine, she directs projects for various brands, has been featured in Surf Shacks in her dreamy Ojai bungalow, and interviews surf icons like Mikey February. Her creativity is contagious!
@averyysmithson is a freelance florist and works at a local wine bar in Carpinteria. She grew up surfing with her mom, who was a surf instructor, but only discovered her true passion for it a few years ago! 💕
We were so lucky to spend the day in Ventura with these amazing people! Thank you all for your kindness, creativity, and spirit. To learn more about our day in Ventura, check out our blog or click the link in our bio!