Matt Titone Livres

Surfing is a way of life, deeply intertwined with the waves and tides, offering a cozy pause in between. Surf Shacks showcases the diverse homes of surfers, from New York City apartments to tiny Hawaiian huts and cabins near national parks. These communities are rich in creativity, innovation, and unique personalities. The book delves into surfers' artistic habits and living spaces, revealing glimpses of their lives through record collections, backyard gardens, and painter studios. Each home tells a distinct story, whether it’s filmmaker Jess Bianchi’s remote Hawaiian nook, Hiromi Masubara’s woodsy paradise in Japan, or Ryan Lovelace’s converted bus that serves as both home and transport. The moments these vibrant individuals spend away from the waves are both captivating and nuanced. Through anecdotes, photographs, illustrations, and conversations, Surf Shacks uncovers a personal side of surfing and its eclectic characters. Indoek, a surf-centric blog, celebrates an independent wave-riding culture, curating content that reflects the passions and pursuits of this diverse community.

Surfing is a way of life, one that defines not only where we live, but how we live. Surf Shacks Volume 2 picks up where the first volume left off, exploring homes of surfers, which range from improvised cabins by the beach to penthouse apartments in big coastal cities. In this followup, we meet a fascinating cast of characters from the shores of southern California through to the wild waters of Sri Lanka, Japan and Australia.