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Photo on board iconic black and white photograph, titled
"Greg Noll, Pipeline" (1964), was taken by the celebrated surf artist and founder of Surfer Magazine, John Severson. The image captures legendary big-wave surfer Greg Noll, often called "Da Bull," standing on the shore at Pipeline on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii, contemplating a massive wave.
About the Iconic Moment
The Surfer: Greg Noll was a pioneer in big-wave surfing, known for his fearless approach and distinctive black-and-white striped boardshorts. He was among the first brave surfers to take on the formidable waves at Pipeline, which were long considered unrideable due to their size and power.
The Location: The Banzai Pipeline, located in Pupukea, Hawaii, is one of the most famous and challenging waves in the world, known for its perfect, barrelling shape.
The Significance: The photograph captures a moment of anticipation and the immense scale of the ocean's power. It has become one of the most famous and recognizable photos in the sport of surfing, helping to define the sport's culture and lifestyle.
The Photographer: John Severson captured this and many other defining moments in surfing history through his photography and film work, using his magazine to establish surfing as a powerful pop culture phenomenon. The image is widely available as a fine art print and collectible. |
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