SW Review: Rod Sumpter's Surf Art - Graphics and Memorabilia

Surf Art

Rod Sumpter was born in England and after migrating has his first surf at Avalon Beach, New South Wales at the age of six and is an accomplshed surfer. He has been the British Champion six times and the European Champion twice, and regained the British and European titles after an extraordinary twenty-year gap.

His book, Surf Art - Graphics and Memorabilia, is a nostalgic look at a long gone age in the sport of surfing. From the Movie Posters of some of surfing's classics through to magazine covers and record albums, Rod Sumpter has brought together some interesting and enjoyable surf memorabilia and serves as a reminder of what a large part Surf Art has on surfing culture and lifestyle.

Surf Art is an interesting and enjoyable read for surfers and non surfers alike. A valuable addition to anyone's coffee table!

Experience the thrill and adventure of riding the surf through this wonderful compilation of graphics and collectibles from around the globe, including California, Hawaii, Australia, Britain, and Europe. Surf legend Rod Sumpter shares his memories of the unique culture that evolved in the mid-twentieth century -- one characterized by surf, sport, beach beat, and Friday night surf stomps echoing the joy of riding big, small, and hollow waves. Surf movies were in their heyday and colorful posters, now highly collectible, announced the date and time of local showings. Enjoy this fantastic assortment of movie posters and handbills, striking magazine covers, decals, patches, vintage photographs, advertising, trophies, surf-theme record albums, and much more. Current values are included in the captions. Surfing enthusiasts everywhere will crave this nostalgic and visually exciting look at one of the world's most exhilarating sports.