| JettyGirl:
While faltering economies, political turmoil and
energy issues dominated most of the headlines
during the past year, much of 2008's good news
slipped through the cracks. What's the best thing
that happened to you in 2008 and what are you
most hopeful for in 2009?
Nikki Brooks: Progression
in my photography. I’ve had some great experiences
and opportunities in 2008 that have led to good
exposure. In 2009 I plan to be committed to my
passion and I think all the hard work will pan
out despite these hard times! I hope people support
each other across the board and that selflessness
replaces selfishness.
JG: Tell us about the first
time you ever stood up on a surfboard. Where was
it and what were you riding?
NB: I was about 6
and I was at Cowell’s with my dad and he
pushed me into waves on his Coletta log.
JG: What is your current
favorite board? In 2009 do you have any plans
to experiment with different surfboard designs,
materials or fin configurations?
NB: Ashley Lloyd
6'1" sugar foam single fin biscuit. This
was my first board ever custom shaped and it was
fun working with the multi talented Ashley and
my husband Nar in the process. Doubt I will get
anything new this year, but it’s always
fun to try out other people’s boards, reuse
what’s out there already!
JG: Do you have any heroes?
If so, who and why?
NB: I do have lots
of heroes and heroines! Mostly folks that are
happy, live simply, have a unique style, and do
good work (whatever work that may be), these are
the ones that inspire me and make me want to be
a better person.
JG: In 2009 we'll see the
best single maneuver ever done by a female surfer.
Who do you think will pull the move and what do
you think it will be?
NB: Melanie Bartels
will pull something huge this year and Chris Grant
will be there to document it. Carissa Moore will
continue to blow minds and someday she will be
the best woman surfer ever.
For those of you who like to
jump around instead of going one by one, here's
the complete list of surfers...
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Caption: This past summer I had the honor of spending
the afternoon with Nikki Brooks at her incredible
home on a beautiful tree-lined street in Santa
Cruz. We had never met before and I had stopped
by to interview her for an upcoming feature on
JettyGirl. Neatly framed images of Nikki's adorn
the family home, each one showcasing her keen
eye for light and color. A wonderful photographer
and remarkable person, check out her work at www.nikkibrooksphotography.com
Photo: Nikki Brooks / nikkibrooksphotography.com
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