As an internationally renowned photographer, Brian Bielmann has traveled extensively with many of the world’s best surfers like Andy Irons, Bruce Irons and Kelly Slater. With his images gracing more than 150 magazine covers, the pages of 30 books and appearing in iconic magazines like Rolling Stone, Men’s Journal, National Geographic and Sports Illustrated, he is recognized worldwide to be a photographer at the very top of his field. He captures the entire surf lifestyle and continues to push the boundaries of photography both above and below the water. Brian’s passion for surfing and his love of photography have kept him on the cutting edge for over 35 years.
His client list is massive and extends to some of the most recognizable brands on the planet including Anheiser-Busch, Guinness, Red Bull, Quicksilver, Billabong, Reef, Sanuk, DC Shoes and Western Digital among others. Brian was the senior staff photographer for TransWorld Surf Magazine for it’s 14 years of existence and is currently the go to guy for Volcom, a manufacturer of surf and lifestyle clothing. He has been published in every major surf publication around the world and is still considered one of the most prolific and inspiring photographers of the modern era.
Not only do his images appear in stories, advertisements and online videos; Brian proudly shares the results of his passion with fine art collectors through his limited edition prints.
Brian has also won numerous awards from Red Bull Illume, American Photo and National Geographic to name just a few. He also won the Whistler Pro Showdown for best action sports photography, which garnered a $10,000 first prize.
Without a doubt, even after three and a half decades of surf photography, Brian Bielmann is still having the most fun. His dedication, love of the lens and surfing will continue to grow and effect the way the world sees the surfing lifestyle.
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AWARDS
Red Bull Illume Spirit Category Winner
Red Bull Illume Overall Top Finalist 2006 – Red Bull Illume Top 250
TransWorld Business Most Published Photographer
Red Bull Illume Spirit Category Top Finalist
Whistler Pro Showdown Overall Winner
Whistler Pro Showdown Peoples Choice Award
American Photo, Images of the Year Finalist
Billabong XXL Winner 2012 – World Open of Photography Extreme Sports Category Runner Up