Shooting from the shore, as well as in the water, I quickly realized how much more freedom there was in kiteboarding compared to wakeboarding. With the kite soaring high above, the riders were able to explore the full breadth of the water, creating dynamic, flowing compositions that were completely different from what I had experienced with wakeboarding. This sense of freedom opened a whole new perspective for me, shifting the way I approached each shot. Every wave, every jump, every line became a potential canvas, and for the first time, I felt like I was able to fully express myself through my work.

But the challenge wasn’t just capturing the action. In addition to shooting the team on the water, my role was also to capture the full range of Mystic’s new product line—waterwear, clothing, bags, and accessories. The goal was to create a catalogue of images that would highlight the brand’s offerings for their Fall/Winter campaign, which would be used across social media, their website, and their online shop. Balancing the excitement of dynamic, high-energy shots with the clean, polished product photography required a shift in my thinking, a blending of two worlds that I hadn’t fully explored before. As I navigated this delicate balance, I could feel myself growing as both an artist and a professional. Each shot, each frame, brought me closer to finding my unique voice in kiteboarding photography.