Welcome back to The Life of Phys Podcast, where raw conversations explore creativity, resilience, and the human stories behind art and movement.

Today’s guest is Brian Bielmann, one of the most iconic surf photographers in the world. With nearly 50 years behind the lens, Brian has traveled the globe capturing the lifestyle, culture, and legends of surfing.

His career highlights include:

• Over 150 magazine covers and features in Rolling Stone, National Geographic, Men’s Journal, and Sports Illustrated

• Work published in 30+ books and every major surf magazine worldwide

• Senior Staff Photographer for TransWorld Surf Magazine during its 14-year run

• Collaborations with Volcom, Red Bull, Billabong, Quiksilver, Guinness, Reef, DC Shoes, and Anheuser-Busch

  
  

From the shorelines of Hawaii to the biggest surf competitions on the planet, Brian has documented legends like Andy Irons, Bruce Irons, and Kelly Slater, pushing the boundaries of surf and ocean photography both above and below the water.

In this episode, we explore:

• The evolution of surf photography over the last five decades

• Behind-the-scenes stories from traveling with the world’s greatest surfers

• The challenges and triumphs of shooting in the ocean

• How Brian has stayed creative and relevant in an ever-changing industry

  
  

Whether you’re passionate about surfing, photography, creativity, or storytelling, this episode offers a rare look into the life and career of a true pioneer.

“Without a doubt, even after three and a half decades of surf photography, I am still having the most fun.” – Brian Bielmann

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