Surf rescuce in massive waves — Daniel Rangel, one of Nazaré’s fearless rescue team members, recovers Brazilian big-wave surfer Will Santana.

Nazaré Wipeout →

April 1, 2025

Immerse yourself in the epic world of Nazaré’s big-wave drama where monstrous surf and daring wipeouts are captured in breathtaking photography. Follow the journey from North Africa’s pristine swells to the adrenaline fuelled cyclonic surges on the Gold Coast. Discover exclusive insights thrilling rescues and raw power of nature, all artistically framed to ignite your passion for surf adventure.

Featured

November 2, 2025

Winter Surf Sessions

November 2, 2025

Witness Winter 2025 Surf Sessions with some extreme jaw-dropping big wave surfing, flawless J-Bay perfection, Teahupo'o Tow-in sessions, Rogue sets and surfers with a beyond fearless mindset on death-defying monster waves. You could say a mind-blowing surf photography season.

November 2, 2025

April 1, 2025

Nazaré Wipeout

April 1, 2025

January 14, 2025

THE EDDIE

January 14, 2025

Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational 2024-2025: A Tribute to Surfing’s Ultimate Legacy.
Experience the raw power and heroic spirit of the Eddie, where legends like Luke Shepardson, Mark Healey, Ross Clarke-Jones and Billy Kemper defy 35ft waves at Waimea Bay. Celebrate the courage and commitment of big-wave surfing’s greatest event - captured in unforgettable moments and stunning photography prints. Dive into the story behind this iconic tribute.

January 14, 2025

December 15, 2024

A Life Of Surf Adventure

December 15, 2024

There’s always a swell somewhere on this planet calling me and as long as the airlines are flying, so are my cameras. Occasionally, we get an upgrade, but honestly, I couldn’t care less. As long as I make it to the spot before the swell hits, I’m good.

December 15, 2024

October 5, 2024

EDGE OF OBLIVION

October 5, 2024

RIDING THE CHAOS - One of the most celebrated waves in surfing history – Nathan Fletcher rides the wave of the day in the storm of the century from the Code Red swell that hit Tahiti in 2011. With nerves of steel captain George Riou places his vessel (and all those aboard) in the perfect spot for me to document this historical ride.

October 5, 2024

December 30, 2023

Adventures In Light

December 30, 2023

A PHOTOGRAPHIC JOURNEY: Kicking Photographic Goals, Chasing Swells and Following my Creative Instincts. 2023 was a great year to be alive, to be free to travel the world, to attend surf events, explore new locations and experience all the magic this life has to offer.

December 30, 2023

October 5, 2023

HELL OR HIGH WATER

October 5, 2023

COME HELL OR HIGH WATER: I've been known to beg, borrow and borrow some more, just to be where the action is, where the swell finally collides with a reef or land form. See all the surf action from behind the scenes.

October 5, 2023

March 28, 2022

WILD OCEAN SURF PHOTOGRAPHY

March 28, 2022

Surf Photography - DARK FUN: Those who pursue the dark fun of a wild ocean. Some would call them Wave Hunters, Southern Lords - either way they are an admirable breed of their own.

March 28, 2022

March 10, 2021

UNDERWATER PORTRAITS

March 10, 2021

Underwater Portraiture: Creating unique and powerful imagery that is technically flawless is a must for any professional photographer.

March 10, 2021

November 19, 2020

PERFECT WAVES

November 19, 2020

PERFECT WAVES FROM AROUND THE WORLD: A collection of some personal all time favourites. Perfection being a subjective term, some waves are perfect for surfing & some more so for their sheer power.

November 19, 2020

November 4, 2020

FULL MOON CURRUMBIN

November 4, 2020

This fine art photographic print captures the spectacular golden moon rising over Currumbin Alley on the Gold Coast. I feel privileged to live in a location where I can photograph the magical moods of the ocean. Mother nature provides a kaleidoscope of colour with every sunrise and sunset on our beautiful Gold Coast.

November 4, 2020

July 25, 2019

SURF ADVENTURE

July 25, 2019

So surreal to be in the wild, (like) total wild, to be sitting there right next to a gorilla from me to you away was just - you know, it’s hard to describe what it felt like, but I sort of felt so insignificant but then it was so empowering as well - incredible - Mick Fanning describing his close encounter with a gorilla in Rwanda.

July 25, 2019

July 23, 2019

MICK FANNING

July 23, 2019

MICK FANNING: There was mounting tension that day, a sense of trepidation, exhilaration, respect, and extreme caution.

July 23, 2019

June 12, 2019

SURF OCEAN PHOTOGRAPHY

June 12, 2019

5 STAR REVIEWS from our ‘SOL 2019’ Surf Ocean Lifestyle Photography Workshop at Komune Resort Bali, with the famous Keramas surf break out the front. We had heaps of fun; “Starting our day with the sunrise, swimming in the ocean, shooting waves and pro surfers followed by a healthy breakfast became a welcome routine”. Big days, perfect weather, amazing resort accommodation etc. etc. Check out what we did…

June 12, 2019

February 21, 2019

MONSTER SURF AT NIAS

February 21, 2019

MONSTER SURF AT NIAS: The usual suspects, the team of big wave surf nomads that circulate the globe, arrived at a similar time to myself, in time for an 8-10ft swell.

February 21, 2019

February 14, 2019

BIG WAVE SURFERS

February 14, 2019

BIG WAVE SURFERS IN FIJI: Cloudbreak 2018. Rain was going side ways and there was no avoiding getting every thing wet if you wanted to get the shot. I had a $1,000 camera equipment repair bill after that trip, but managed to capture those rare moments in surfing history – it was worth it.

February 14, 2019

May 9, 2018

COLD EDGE SURF ADVENTURE

May 9, 2018

Extreme Surf Travel Photography with Ted Grambeau searching for the Northern most surfer.

May 9, 2018

April 5, 2018

MICK FANNING SURFING

April 5, 2018

Being on location at the Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach saw some special moments going down. It was Surfer Mick Fannings last pro surfing comp before he embarks on ‘The Search’ for Rip Curl.

April 5, 2018

March 17, 2018

Ocean Art Photography Exhibition

March 17, 2018

GOLD COAST Photography Exhibition: It’s a pleasure to announce that my Ocean Art Photography ‘SEALEVEL’ Exhibition is being presented as a collection of abstract ocean photography prints. A body of work which includes spectacular panoramas and my signed Limited Edition fine art photography prints.

Dust Temple, Bleach Festival, SEALEVEL, Ted Grambeau Photography

March 17, 2018

February 14, 2018

SURF PHOTOGRAPHY BOOK

February 14, 2018

Discover this Masterpiece of Adventure Photography by Ted Grambeau. A stunning hardcover coffee table book showcasing 240 pages of vibrant surf, travel and fine art images. Perfect for Christmas gifts, it captures breathtaking images from Rip Curl’s 'The Search', showcasing remote surf spots and wild landscapes. Order now to own this unique collection. Limited stock for Australian delivery only.

February 14, 2018

August 23, 2017

MASTERS OF PHOTOGRAPHY

August 23, 2017

INSPIRATION: Finding inspiration from the masters. To me, Photography is a craft, and when beautifully developed through life it morphs into a raw expression.

August 23, 2017

August 9, 2017

AUSTRALIA

August 9, 2017

AUSTRALIAN LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY Chasing Light: Join me on this journey as we take a helicopter trip to explore some of the most inaccessible coastline of this rugged country we call Australia. In this Photography Blog titled 'AUSTRALIA' you'll find a feature gallery, a video to watch and aerial photography shots from my Landscape Collection.

August 9, 2017

June 13, 2017

SURF ADVENTURE ENDANGERED

June 13, 2017

Surf Adventure Photographer Ted Grambeau - THE JOURNEY: There’s something special about travelling to photograph surf in an environment that’s steeped in culture and richness – it adds an entirely new element to a trip. You get this feeling that it’s more than just waves – it’s a sense of place, culture and tradition.

June 13, 2017

April 25, 2017

OCEAN FINE ART EXHIBITION

April 25, 2017

OCEAN PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION: I'm excited to invite you to my exhibition (2017) and at the same time I feel privileged to be selected as a featured exhibition for the Head On Photo Festival in Sydney – One of the world's most prestigious photographic festival held here in Australia annually.

April 25, 2017

April 13, 2017

SYDNEY PHOTO FESTIVAL

April 13, 2017

FRAMED FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY PRINTS: SEALEVEL - The Art of Awareness exhibition.

April 13, 2017

March 19, 2017

NUMBER ONE PORTRAIT

March 19, 2017

NUMBER ONE: Prior to Owen's injury in Hawaii, I regarded him as one of the greatest surfers I had ever witnessed, this next phase of his life and career will hopefully take him even further.

March 19, 2017

September 21, 2016

OCEAN ART PRINTS

September 21, 2016

ABSTRACT OCEAN PHOTOGRAPHY: Announcing the release of my personal photographic project 'Sealevel - The Art of Awareness'. Fine art photography prints to browse and order from the website gallery SHOP.

September 21, 2016

August 14, 2016

FASHION SWIMWEAR

August 14, 2016

ESSENSUAL LIGHT: It's personal, my photography is personal and this collection of images exposes an obsession that runs deep. It's an opportunity to experience 'light', beautiful light in it's many shapes, textures and forms.

August 14, 2016

April 28, 2016

NEV HOUSE

April 28, 2016

VANUATU: See my photographic image gallery from a recent trip to Vanuatu. Photojournalism: My mission was to document this journey, it's people, dignitaries, tribes, kids, chiefs, surfing, housing, pigs, chook's and an erupting volcano.

April 28, 2016

April 15, 2016

THIRST LIGHT

April 15, 2016

BEER: I go behind the doors of the 'Ocean Mist' surfing's fab four HQ in the pursuit of light, thirst light featuring Mick Fanning and the Balter Brewing family.

April 15, 2016

Photography Journal

Surf & Waves, Ocean Photography & Fine Art Projects

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