AKA: Zirk
DOB: June 18
Born: New Haven, Conn.
Resides: Earth…Kailua-Kona, Hawaii to be
exact.
Height: 5'7
Weight: 120
Stance: Goofy
Sponsors: Kaenon Polarized, San Lorenzo Bikini, Susan Knight Photography,
Carve Clothing, and Walker Surfboards.
Shaper: Mike Walker, of The Walker Project.
He’s based out of California and has a really amazing understanding about high
performance boards in all waves. His boards took me to the next level when I
was surfing in Florida, and I’m excited to get a new batch! He’s very in tune
with the surfer and the board. It helps that he’s a surfer himself as well as
an amazing artist that can understand all sides of what I love to do. I’m
thankful and lucky for him, and his boards!
Magic Stick: Their all magic in their own
way...I don't really get attached to things, including boards, but I find
myself more curious, testing new boards, new ideas I find myself finding a
little attachment to particular ones. Just as long as I have something to ride
I'm happy!
Training
Ground: Anywhere there is waves. Haven't been
surfing too long, but for the majority of my surfing, I surfed some perfect
waves in St. Augustine Beach Florida, Sebastian Inlet, Reef Road, and pretty
much anywhere in Florida and Puerto Rico. But basically everywhere is training
grounds. In and out of the water all things relate to surfing/art in one way or
another and are the biggest staples of my life. Everything that goes on in my
life is focused/scheduled around surf. Any condition, I just love being in the
ocean, it doesn't judge, keeps you humble at all times, and if you don't know
what your doing it will teach you a
thing or two so you learn.
Favorite Wave: I love them all...a few
places come to mind but I'm not gonna blast em'.
Favorite Maneuver: Personally, I love
surfing backside...backside snaps...but watching other people surf I would go
for clean power snaps and or airs(which I hope one day to figure out)!!!
Inspirations: Well firstly Rell Sunn whom has been a provider in more ways then
I ever imagined in my life this past two years, my amazing and legendary
boyfriend Sam, who pushes me and believes in my every move, my father who
raised two kids while he was still a kid with no money or a place to go, my
brother for growing up at the age of 4 to take care of his baby sister, my
entire family of course, all the people who DID NOT believe in me, and all the
people who DO believe in me, my dog who shows me how to truly love and to live,
and for the people who stood by my side through this last year. It's inspiring
to know that are are people out there who still can think for themselves, can
live outside of comfort, and can see people for who they. I'm inspired by the
people who have an undying, confidence in them-self no matter who is looking or
judging. I'm inspired by the fact that lies always come out, good always
prevails, and with hard work/love for everything around you really does pay
off. I'm inspired by the people who are what they say, and live with out feat
of fitting in or living to please others to get what they want out of life. No
reward needed, just love because it's in their nature. I'm inspired by those
who know they can do anything, and bring noting but positive power to the world
through their work, talents, and beautiful spirit. <3 And after the last 5
years of my life, I inspire myself because I helped myself out of the dark,
stayed positive and TRUE to myself, and through the most uncomfortable times
when I felt totally alone, I knew that one day, just as my character would grow
and I would find my dreams regardless to the obstacles put before me. I learned
how to be my best friend and to be more compassionate to my feelings and what I
was going through. I gain unbreakable wisdom that sits deep within me
comfortable, peaceful, and untouchable. No one, no opinion, no lies, no nothing
can take that away from me and the impact that has on my life, my surfing, and
my artwork. The power in knowing, the power in understanding, and the power of
becoming wiser for the positive growth of life is the most rewarding prize one
can receive from the earth…next to love, and waves!!!
Favorite
Quote: “All Wars are won in the heart.”
Upcoming
Projects: I’m working with several people this year
on amazing projects that I am so excited about. You can look on my website zirk.me for upcoming surf and art projects
such as, my work being featured in “Surf Stories”, work with Susan Knight
Studios, Dana Richardson, the Dana Mermaid, San Lorenzo, Kaenon Polarized,
Womens Surf Style Magazine, Hawaii Island Surfing Association, and a few art
shows around the world!
