At Sea Chapel, we celebrate Australia’s coastline through the lens of surf photography and the spirit of surfing. Founded by Brad and Ella, a creative duo based in Coffs Harbour, NSW, our journey has taken us across the entire Australian coastline—capturing the raw beauty of the ocean, the energy of the waves, and the lifestyle that surrounds them. Brad brings a photographer’s eye for detail while Ella brings the soul of a surfer, together telling visual stories that connect people to the sea. Whether you’re drawn to surf photography, coastal landscapes, or the unique surf culture of Australia, Sea Chapel offers imagery that embodies the freedom, beauty, and rhythm of life by the ocean.
The Journal
Heatwave
The heatwave continues as the northerlies roll on through. Found ourselves at a protected beach, but it seemed a bit of a struggle. Very straight this morning, and any good waves were earned through patience and perseverance. If you're featured in a photo and want the...
Burning my brains out.
Today was our first time covering a Coffs Harbour Boardriders Club event. You'll see us around abit more as we get more involved over time, but lets talk about today. I'm sore. I'm tired. I'm full. This club is full of incredible people. When you join new things you...
Rumble in the Jungle
Another electric afternoon sessions with the Coffs Harbour Boardriders Club, hosting their Frothers session on a gloomy afternoon. Conditions were... interesting. There was some swell, and more peaks than Santa has presents. It was a bit all over the shop, but the...
Dragged
Today wasn't yesterday. It's what every surfer (or surf photographer fears). Ella had a cracker (and by the sounds of it, half the locals) yesterday at the local. But it wasn't ment to be today. Straighter, less swell. But that didn't stop the masses, and if you were...
Big Breeze
An after work shoot turned into ducking and weaving through the cyclonic Northerly that was bashing the cars and creating some epic spray. The boys were amongst it, making it look amazing... the swell had picked up which was a brilliant sight to witness.
Howler
That northerly was howling this morning. So, we headed to somewhere protected. I was surprised about how few people were out. Ella scored some super fun waves, and the vibes were great. Keen for more fun on the weekend. 🙂