Sunrise Barrel at The Wedge – Newport Beach | Fine Art Ocean Print

Sunrise Barrel at The Wedge captures the raw intensity of one of Southern California’s most powerful and unpredictable breaks. Photographed at dawn in Newport Beach, this image was created from inside the impact zone — while swimming at The Wedge, fully immersed in the energy of the ocean.

As the first light of sunrise cuts beneath a dramatic cloud layer, a perfectly formed barrel rises and folds in on itself, glowing with deep blues and subtle gold reflections across the surface. The contrast between the smooth, glassy face of the wave and the explosive turbulence behind it reveals the fine line between control and chaos that defines this legendary shoreline.

This piece is not just about the wave — it’s about proximity, commitment, and timing. Created from the water rather than the shore, it offers collectors an intimate perspective rarely seen, placing the viewer directly inside the moment. A statement artwork for those drawn to power, precision, and the untamed beauty of the Pacific.

I use Dye Sublimation on high-quality ChromaLuxe aluminum panels. The ChromaLuxe aluminum is the highest quality aluminum panel made specifically for dye sublimation. What makes a ChromaLuxe panel superior to everything else is its high quality coating that absorbs the ink and results in a HD print that can't be matched by any other printing medium.

Limited Edition of 25!