acrylic on panel, mounted printed patent on high quality acrylic
This piece is a striking fusion of California surf culture and technical innovation. Featuring the original 1977 U.S. Patent drawing for the surf leash, it captures one of the most important inventions in surf history and elevates it into fine art. The crisp white schematic lines float over a deep, cinematic red-ocean backdrop, creating a powerful contrast that feels equal parts modern, nostalgic, and iconic.
It’s the perfect statement piece for anyone living along the LA or Orange County coastline — refined enough for a Newport or Manhattan Beach home, and effortlessly cool enough for a Venice loft or Laguna studio. It celebrates the spirit of the water without slipping into cliché: clean, minimalist, and authentically rooted in real surf culture.
Whether you’re a lifelong surfer or you simply want your space to carry that quiet, confident coastal energy, this artwork signals taste, history, and a deep appreciation for the craft and culture of wave-riding. It’s more than a conversation starter — it’s a piece of California’s soul, framed and alive.”
