Ryan Lovelace, known for blending timeless craftsmanship with progressive design, is based in California and Hawaii. His feature film, Almost Cut My Hair, was officially selected for the 2013 Florida Surf Film Festival and is available on YouTube. Lovelace has built a devoted following for boards that emphasize flow, trim, and feel, drawing inspiration from classic displacement hulls and alternative surfcraft. His work is defined by clean lines, subtle curves, and an intuitive understanding of how boards interact with water. Respected by surfers across generations, he approaches shaping as both art and engineering, creating functional objects meant to enhance the surfing experience. Enjoy this chat with a true master of his craft.
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CREDITS
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Producer: The Florida Surf Film Festival @FLSurfFilmFest
Host, Producer: Kevin Miller @KevMill1028
Host, Producer: John Brooks @Brooksy______
Artwork: Tom Macaluso @SpikeInitiative
