Surf Culture—The Art History of Surfing

Laguna Art Museum, July 28—October 6, 2002

Traveled throughout the U.S. and Australia

This exhibition examines the history of modern surfboard design from 1900 to the present, linking that history to the development of the Pacific Rim culture and technology. The myths of surfing, put forth through such adjunct activities and products as skateboarding, surf photography, film, clothing, and music are explored for their socio/economic impact. In addition, past, present, and future links between surfing and art are explored through works of art by surfers and artists influenced by surfing, such as Craig Kauffman, Billy Al Bengston, and Robert Irwin, who have achieved prominence and recognition either in the art world or in popular culture.

Essays by Bolton Colburn, Ben Finney, Tyler Stallings, C.R. Steyck, Deanne Stillman, and Tom Wolfe.

Softcover: 244 pages

Publisher: Gingko Press and Laguna Art Museum

ISBN: 1-58423-113-0

Dimensions: 9 x 10 inches

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