Carlsbad Art and Culture

Photo by unknown photographer

The ocean is like a theater without a schedule. Waves crash on the shore at will while panicking surfers scamper for the shoulder. The horizon’s bump dances like a seducing siren while a carnal lineup drools. As the skyward surge of cold water reaches its peak, the curtain yanks open showcasing the moment’s star. The sun intensifies a spotlight which reflects the glowing mist of the offshore spray creating a perfectly lit stage for the natural show. Wide turns and elegant snaps awe the crowd like a well rehearsed ballet routine. The audience clinches the dry shrubs of the cliff as the performer bows out and leaves the stage for the next upcoming performance. With great anticipation, the stoked audience checks the marquee, which sits off in the distance as a lineup of bobbing figures. The show plays as the sun reaches its zenith and continues as long as the natural spotlight shines.

Carlsbad locals Eric Geiselhart and Gabe Garcia share the stage of a 12 ft. wave at Swamis on Dec. 5th, 2007.