On the cover: Shyama Buttonshaw, Bells Beach. “An 18-second swell with sets over 10 foot on the local scale, this was one of those rare days where Bells is top to bottom,” says photographer Mick Sowry. “When Shyama came out of the haze, I knew I possibly had something special.” Inside, we follow the path of a French foam and fiberglass perfectionist, examine the surfing roots of a skate industry titan, and bet on the Emerald Isle. We also pit stop at an eccentric gallery on California’s Central Coast, view the artworks of a big-wave pioneer, study the surfer/photographer relationship between a generational style master and lensman, and more. Pick up TSJ 35.4 for the full trip.