Lost Track Ep 4 – Torren Martyn

Lost Track Ep 4 – Torren Martyn

Lost Track Atlantic is a four-part series that takes you on the journey of a lifetime, from the far North Atlantic to the tropical, equatorial coast of West Africa.

Follow best friends, surfer Torren Martyn and filmmaker Ishka Folkwell in a search for waves and life long memories, as they journey down the Atlantic coastline in a customised old van passing through one of the most culturally diverse regions on the planet.

In episode 4, Torren and Ishka push on deep into the African tropics and stumble across a playful long sand bottom point. Experiencing the warmth of local village life, the boys realise shared waves, a good meal and conversation is about as good as it gets.

Become a Professional Adventure Filmmaker

Become a Professional Adventure Filmmaker

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The University of Wales Adventure Filmmaking degree is unique in the UK, utilising the landscapes of West Wales, and the wide range of outdoor pursuits that take place in the region. Based in Carmarthen surrounded by beautiful landscape, beaches, mountains and wildlife, here you will learn from media and outdoor experts.

The course philosophy is that Adventure Filmmaking is a lifestyle choice and so it is for those who are committed and passionate about the outdoors, be that extreme sports or the environment. The key to being successful in this field is balancing the theories of storytelling and communication with outdoors and film based practical skills.

Here’s everything you need to know about this killer degree course and how to turn your passion into your profession.

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WHERE:
Based in the town of Carmarthen surrounded by the beautiful landscape of West Wales, where the beaches, mountains and wildlife will be your home. Located within a short traveling distance to the coast and mountains of Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Ceredigion, and Powys, here there are fantastic opportunities to capture footage of extreme sports, sea life and wildlife, coastal and mountainous terrains, and develop your adventure story.

DEGREE INFO:
This programme is designed to give students the specialised and vocational skills required to work in this dynamic area of the film and photographic industries. Students will be introduced to the core production and postproduction skills required to produce adventure-based film and media content. There will be a number of expeditions and projects, in addition to formal classes, which will allow students to experience working in a range of environments and areas.

As part of the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (which has campuses all over the UK), the course collaborates with another amazing course based in Carmarthen, BA Outdoor Adventure Education, to provide a variety of experiences. Throughout the degree there is input from professionals working in documentary filmmaking, photography, television, and social media, as well as core outdoor activity skills.

Level 3 First Aid in The Outdoors and RSSL Level Water Safety Management qualifications are also offered as part of the programme. Engagement with industry is embedded in all aspects of our course. This can take the form of work placements, projects for external clients, modules focused on developing your employability, or engaging with the many experts from industry who will be offering their expertise in workshops and guest lectures.

These can range from extreme sports and motorsports to wildlife filming, landscape and coastal filming, and aerial filming. As students progress, they can specialise in the area of their choice; by the final year, students can work on an individual major project in their chosen field, with expert input from leading practitioners. There is also the opportunity to work on a client project set by major companies within the industry.

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EXTRA KEY INFO:
With the BA Adventure Filmmaking course, there are no exams; just practical production course work, supported by essays, and presentations. There is also an opportunity for students on the course to travel to Asia and Europe as part of the a collaboration with the University’s BA Tourism degree.

The course is well established as the only one of its kind in the UK and has developed professional relationships with companies such as Wanderlust Action Films, Panasonic Lumix, and Olympus. We also work closely with Carmarthen Cameras, the biggest independent camera equipment retailer in Wales to offer discounts and a first-hand look at the latest gear. These provide amazing industry connections and opportunities for students and graduates. We were also voted 1st in Wales for Photography and Film Production in the Guardian University League Table this year.

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE:
1. The innovative courses in Adventure Filmmaking are unique in the UK.
2. The degree programmes have been developed with industry to prepare students for a contemporary filmmaking career.
3. The beautiful location in West Wales provides a wide range of landscapes, wildlife, environmental, and sporting opportunities for production work.
4. Student work is focused on developing the practical and creative skills necessary to specialise in your chosen field.

HOW:
If you would like to know more, get the latest course information HERE and follow the Film and Media Course on social media below:

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Good Call

Good Call

What happens when you bring the Billabong team together and head west to tap into the wild, raw energy and cold waters of Western Australia? Hit the play button and find out. Now playing: ‘Good Call,’ a Billabong surf film by Toby Cregan. Shot in WA earlier this year, starring: Creed McTaggart, Jai Glindeman, Joel Parkinson, Ryan Callinan, Italo Ferreira, Ethan Ewing, Isabella Nichols, Mia McCarthy, Griffin Colapinto, Jack Freestone, Liam O’Brien, Seth Moniz, and Sid Englert.

Pier To Pier

Pier To Pier

Mason Ho and Sheldon Paishon do a quick surf session at San Clemente Pier in Southern California. Mason using a San Clemente built, Lost surfboard that was coloured by Drew Brophy at his art studio in San Clemente.

Quiksilver and ROXY Pro France

Quiksilver and ROXY Pro France

The kind of lineup competitors will hope for when in France Photo: © WSL / Poullenot

The biggest professional surfing event in France comes back from October 16-24 to the world-famous stretch of sand of the Landes. Formerly a Championship Tour event, the Quiksilver and ROXY Pro France are now part of the newly introduced Challenger Series, the direct pathway to the elite World Surf League tour.
The complete redesign of professional surfing’s ladder in 2021 now offers a clear path for athletes to come up the ranks and ultimately join the world’s best. It starts at the Junior level, where young surfers compete to build on experience. They then graduate to the Qualifying Series, a succession of events in their region open to everyone.

The top athletes from the QS are offered a spot on the Challenger Series, a worldwide tour with iconic locations such as Australia’s Gold Coast, Ballito in South Africa, New Zealand and Hawaii, where they ultimately fight for a spot on the Championship Tour. The Challenger Series, though condensed to four events (US Open, Portugal, France, Hawaii) due to COVID in 2021, will feature 8 stops, combined men and women events with equal prize money starting next year.

Johanne Defay will be a clear fan-favorite in France Photo: © WSL / Poullenot

The festivities will launch in France with the Quiksilver and ROXY Junior Pro 40 from October 13-15, the final event for young surfers, that will crown the European Junior Champions. They will have a chance to perform on a world-class venue just days before some of the planet’s best surfers.

Stop No.3 on the Challenger Series, the main events, Quiksilver and ROXY Pro France will then welcome an A-list of competitors both in the male and female fields with already 20 current CT competitors enlisted as well as the top talents from the QS worldwide.

European stars Johanne Defay (FRA), Frederico Morais (PRT), Leonardo Fioravanti (ITA) and Michel Bourez (FRA) will headline alongside some of the best up-and-coming talents like Tahiti’s Kauli Vaast (FRA) and Vahine Fierro(FRA). Olympic surfing debut’s silver and bronze medalists Kanoa Igarashi(JPN) and Owen Wright (AUS) will also take part in the show as well as World No.2 Tatiana Weston-Webb (BRA) and Californian superstar Caroline Marks (USA).

Michel Bourez in the arena with crowds up close on the beach Photo: © WSL / Poullenot

Pressure will rise dramatically in France as these events will determine who makes the Top 80 men and Top 48 women who get a chance to compete at the final event in Hawaii.

The nine day waiting period in October sits in the prime window for great conditions in Southwest France and the competition site at Culs Nus beach offers a picture-perfect A-frame sandbank with opportunities to score both quality lefts and rights.

COVID-19 Updates

The health and safety of athletes, staff, and the local community are of the utmost importance and there are a robust set of procedures in place to keep everyone safe. Athletes, staff, media and the public will be required to show proof of the “Health Pass” before accessing any of the event facilities or the beach.

The WSL encourages fans to follow the event online and watch all the action LIVE at WorldSurfLeague.com.