pablo edges

I grew up a “waterman” blessed from influences by a sea oat-lined Atlantic Ocean to my east and a marsh-filled
Intracoastal Waterway to my west. Spending time along their “edges” challenged my perspective. Using water sports
to escape the confines of land and immersing myself in these “edges” helped shape my art and words.

Thirty-six years of surfing solidified a love for the ocean. In that time, I bought a boat to use for wake boarding in the
Intracoastal. Through the sport, I realized the extraordinary beauty of our “ditch” — first light on a golden sheet of glass alone with the wild life — late afternoon as the wind lies down and the sun tucks below the tree line. I fell in love with
the space much like I had done years earlier with the ocean.

Surfing taught me the ocean has muliple moods. Some days the stillness invites everyone to swim in its waters — other days elements come together to produce massive swells that destroy beachfront and challenge watermen like me. Similar to the ocean, the Intracoastal goes through attitude changes; however, the adjustments are more passive. The lure of the ICW is simpler. When lucky, I slow the boat to share time with a family of dolphin or watch a large white heron navigate the silky muck-lined bank. My passion and understanding could fill pages. I am just beginning this exploration.

The “Pablo Edges” experience is a personal journey that will continue to develop through writing and illustration.
My goal is to share what “islanders” see every day and remind us how special our “edges” make life.

For more information: kurtis@thekurtisgroup.com

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