This photo was captured during the Nexus 4 shoot in Chile, together my surfing soul brother Willow and our inspiring photographers Thomas and Juli. We were in Matanzas that day, where Thomas and Willow had a specific shot in mind that they tasked me with bringing to life. It took us over 50 kite loops to find the perfect angle for the photo - by far the most challenging photo I've been working on with the crew so far. But each attempt and crash was worth it in the end. The final result is undoubtedly the best freestyle photo I have ever achieved. 
 

I’ve visited Brazil many times - it’s the ultimate kitesurfing mecca from August to December, packed with thousands of kiters along its coastlines. So it’s not exactly ideal for a secret photoshoot of a brand-new kite, right? Well, we made it work, just differently. This shot captures me riding in a tiny, gusty lagoon, about 5-10km inland. Far from a typical kiting spot in northern Brazil, but places like this often deliver the magic. The conditions were tricky, and the riding wasn’t easy, but with its backdrop we immediately knew we can capture something unseen. Looking at it now reminds me why we chase and dedicate ourselves to capturing something truly special. 

Mauritius is home to one of the most iconic waves in our sport and has shaped my journey over the past 15 years. For over a decade, I’ve dedicated myself to learning the art of forecasting swells, spending countless hours analyzing conditions year-round. It’s a skill that has paid off on days like this, where everything aligned perfectly - 20 knots of wind, 6-meter walls, and the wave all to ourselves. Moments like these are what we chase, where preparation meets opportunity and nature delivers something truly unforgettable. 

Saqui Saqui is the spot where I first learned to kite, and every time I return, I am filled with a sense of belonging that is hard to describe. The flat water, the vibrant blue water colors, it all feels like I am welcomed by an old friend.

This place is my sanctuary, where the horizon seems to go on forever, and the meeting of the sky and sea is a breathtaking sight. Here, I feel alive, carefree, and at peace, surrounded by the stunning beauty that seems tailor-made for kiting and the Imperator Limited Edition in this magical color play. Shoutout to Basti from crudokite for the idea to shoot it here. The photo was captured by my friend Daniela during her first kite shooting. 

When Willow invited me to join him on a surf trip to Indonesia, a dream he had been harboring for many years, I knew immediately that I had to seize this opportunity no matter what. From CORE Headquarters, we were asked to do some final testing of the Section 5 and shooting, which added purpose and a nice challenge to our surf trip. Although it was my first time in Indo, I felt an immediate connection with the waves and the vibes from the locals.  

That day we had a few shots in mind that we thought would be easy to capture. However, it proved to be quite challenging as we encountered super light wind with the risk to drop the kite and get back swimming and crawling over the reef. But it turned out to be just enough wind for my 10-meter Section and I was blessed with a couple of marvelous long lefts breaking over the reef. When I saw Willow with the tripod on the beach cheering I knew we had achieved our goal that day.