The tide has turned this week! Marnie is joined by friend Ryan Ell for an amusing episode of Giddy Up, sharing his wild experiences travelling as a surf photographer, including his recent trips to Australia and Hawaii. Ryan shares how he got into surf photography and the highlights of witnessing the worlds' greatest surf athletes. The two discuss the mentors & friends who have helped him along the way, including Ryan Miller and Jeremy Koreski. Ryan also discusses the importance of staying true to your style and exploring different subjects in photography.
Ryan opens up about his introverted nature and how he navigates relationships. He reflects on the impact of his parents' divorce, his love for sports, particularly rugby and golf, and how they provide an outlet for stress and anxiety. Marnie gets his perspective on men's mental health and they talk about his next adventures this year to follow for the WSL tour!
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Chapters:
(00:00) Giddy Up Recap & Episode Intro
(05:36) Ryan's Recent Trip to Australia
(09:39) Getting into the Big Leagues of Surf Photography
(28:28) Highlights & Challenges on the WSL Tour
(34:09) Navigating Relationships as an Introvert
(41:40) Finding Mental and Physical Outlet in Sports
(48:02) The Importance of Men's Mental Wellbeing