My Name Is Jonas
Jonas Claesson, otherwise known by his pseudonym 'Jonas Draws', is a surf artist, and an extremely unique and talented one at that. Originally from Stockholm, Sweden, he now resides on Australia's sunny Gold Coast. Consequently, Jonas' work draws inspiration from his new home in Australia and his Scandinavian roots. His colourful, aesthetically pleasing drawings combine and eclectic mix of wildlife, from polar bears to seals, with surfing and the surf lifestyle. Jonas' individual trademark style is instantly recognisable, and is often achieved using digitally coloured imagery which is both striking and vibrant.
Alex: Can you tell me about growing up in Sweden; which part are you from? What was it like to grow up there?
Jonas: It was awesome. I grew up in a place called Saltsjöbaden outside of Stockholm. Very close to the ocean and big forests, did a lot of running, orienteering and skiing.
Alex: Did you surf there?
Jonas: There are a couple of surf spots about an hour drive south and north of Stockholm, but that came later when I was about 15. You can get it really good, but you have to be good at timing the elements. There are no long period groundswells, mostly wind-generated short period stuff, but sometimes you get lucky.
Alex: What is your earliest memory of surfing?
Jonas: I remember first getting hooked on surfing after reading a summer issue of the magazine Åka Skidor. 10 pages were dedicated to beautiful images and stories of the North Shore and there was something about it that sucked me in…
I first tried surfing on a language course to Guernsey when I was 15, and got hooked on it, the ocean, the anticipation of good waves, the smell of wax, I liked all of it, and still do!
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2020 Wetsuit Guide
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CEYLON STORIES
SERENDIPIDITY IN THE INDIAN OCEAN.
ENGLISH NATIONALS
TOLCARNE TAILSPINS IN THE LAST COMP FOR A WHILE . . . MAYBE
THE ST VALENTINE 'S DAY MASSACRE
ROB MILES AND CALLUM DAVID THOMAS MIX IT UP WITH THE WORLD’S BEST AT ALL TIME SAFI.
BARBADOS
FAMILY FRIENDLY SURF TRIPPING TIPS
GENE GENIE
FROM PAIGNTON THROUGH VARIOUS PROFESSIONAL KITCHENS WITH A SOJOURN IN THE SCOTTISH ISLES EUGENE TOLLEMACHE NOW CALLS INDO HOME AND IS LOVING LIFE
*OCCIDENTAL DRIFT
THE BLEEDING EDGE OF SURF EXPLORATION IS A HOT, INHOSPITABLE PLACE. BUT WORTH THE MISSION.
TASMANIA ART CLUB
BRENDON GIBBENS AND DION AGIUS EXPLORE THE LITTLE CHUNK HANGING OFF THE BOTTOM OF AUSTRALIA AND GET CREATIVE
Mr Smith
THE GENIAL ED SMITH IS ONE OF THOSE SURFERS THAT HAS A TON OF ABILITY AND TOYED WITH THE COMP SCENE BUT SOON REALISED A REAL TRADE AND SURFING FOR HIMSELF WAS A WISER OPTION. WE BUMPED INTO HIM ON OUR MISSION TO SCOTLAND, AND HE WAS KILLING IT EVERY SESSION. SUPER STYLISH, ALWAYS DEEP, A PLEASURE TO SHOOT. HE 'S A GOOD BLOKE TO GO FOR A PINT WITH TOO.
SETH MOZ
SETH MORRIS IS A YOUNG PRO FROM A QUIET PART OF WALES. HE JOINED US ON OUR WINTER MISSION TO PORTUGAL, WHERE HE IMPRESSED ALL WITH HIS STYLISH ATTACK. READ ON FOR A PEEK INSIDE HIS HEAD.