tight caps and white zinc

Tight Caps and White Zinc is a vibrant, quirky homage to the iconic surf lifesaving culture of Australia’s east coast.

This series dives into the action and energy of SLSC races and beach club camaraderie - every canvas brimming with the lean, tanned forms of lifesavers, their colorful club caps pulled low and noses streaked with thick white zinc. Each piece captures classic events like the Ironman, wade, ocean swim, sprints, the board, and the high-stakes, good-humored rivalry when clubs clash for gold.

Rich in color and character, these artworks celebrate the spectacle, style, and unmistakable Aussie spirit found between the flags.