There is so much unknown, undiscovered and mysterious about the ocean. So much of what is taught to us encourages fear. We learn about rips and currents, big waves and sharks, we hear of drownings and deaths and are told to obey flags and rules. But anyone lucky enough to live near it, anyone who is able to swim, dive or surf in it, knows just how magical, liberating and life-enhancing the ocean can be. My images are inspired by this dichotomy of fear and love that overwhelms our relationship with the ocean.