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
Oystercatcher
Oh to be an Oystercatcher. I had one sitting in view all morning. Enjoying the breeze behind our backs, watching the dancers in the ocean. Soaking up the rays and the sounds of the water hitting the rocks. It was a very relaxed morning, and such a good vibe. The swell...
First One Out
It's not every day you get one of Australia's best wave to yourself. We rocked up and low and behold, a tiny wave up north. No one on it. Ella had the spot all to her self. Plenty of eyes watching on the hill, but no one game to try and grab a few. But Ella doesnt...
Holiday Cheer
Sun, Sand, Surf and a southerly wind? We will take that southerly wind any day of the summer. It was a bit cooler, a little less humid and it meant that old faithful was the place to be. Actually, any beach is probably the place to be. It was pristine this morning,...
Party Time
Yesterday was my (Brad) birthday party day. Yep. Made a day of it. And it was a stellar day at that. BBQ on the beach. Crew going for multiple surfs. Waves rolling in. 3 hours of salt, sand and sun. Absolute froth-fest. A big thank you to everyone who came down and...
Heart Full
Today started with a fruit platter breakfast at Diggers with our Diggers crew. They shared with my a giant gift basket, purely to thank me for being part of the community. Which, honestly, even as a type a few hours later, still blows me away. I love Coffs Harbour. I...
Pandanus
It's not every day that you get a few cracking options to shoot in the morning. We were down south, but friends were at the old faithful, so we headed north. I was adamant it was going to be working, but the northerly hadnt got stuck into the waves. It was a lot of...