NORTH STORM® AMBASSADOR REN MCGANN
Western Australia's Ren McGann is amongst our generation’s most elite Big Wave Photographers.
He captures pictures that will make your jaw drop!
Ren captures the most spectacular pictures of extreme weather systems, nature and phenomenal waves!
‘To me being in nature is the ultimate goal.’
‘When I take my camera, load my car and drive off, the trip begins.’
‘Nothing brings me more peace than being surrounded by giant waves or sitting camouflaged trying to capture wildlife.’
‘Or just walking around seeing what landscape speaks to me at that moment.’ – Ren McGann.
Ren’s passion for photography ignited after his first trip to a surf break called ‘The Right’.
Now ‘The Right’ is a robust reef break situated South West of Western Australia.
A true marvel of Mother Nature.
Ren’s photography skills encapsulate the power, the force, the energy, and the beauty of this wave in every photo he showcases.
In 2020 Ren won the Nikon Surf Photo of the year with his epic snap of ‘The Right’.
This is the most prestigious surf photo award in Australia.
Congratulations Ren, a reward you truly deserve!
On top of capturing spectacular wave snaps – Ren also enjoys taking photos of all things in nature.
Read on and check out some more of his stunning photos.
North Storm® is truly honoured and proud to have the legend that is Ren McGann on our team!
MORE ABOUT REN
DO YOU HAVE ANY OTHER INTERESTS OUTSIDE OF PHOTOGRAPHY?
Outside of photography I love surfing, free diving, spear fishing, camping, fishing and general exploring.
WHO IS YOUR IDOL, HERO? WHO INSPIRES YOU THE MOST?
I try not to idolise people as it creates a separation between us.
But I can be inspired by anyone chasing what they love for no other reason than because they love it.
IF YOU COULD TRAVEL ANYWHERE IN AUSTRALIA WHERE WOULD YOU GO? AND WHY?
If I could travel anywhere in Australia I would love to explore the great Australian bite.
I just love the isolation and raw nature of it.
WHAT MOTIVATES YOU EACH AND EVERY DAY?
Hahaha to be honest there are many days I don’t feel motivated.
However the idea of exploring the unexplored is probably a main driving force behind a lot of what I do.
WHAT DO YOU WANT TO ACCOMPLISH IN YOUR LIFETIME? GOALS?
Tough one, I think mostly my goals are short sighted.
Life changes so much and I am enjoying the process and the learning that it comes with adapting to new things.
But in the short term I would like to accomplish as much exploration as humanly possible.
WHAT DO YOU USE YOUR NORTH STORM® GEAR FOR?
I use my North Storm® gear for big wave surf photography.
Where I go, I get wet punching through waves doing large ocean crossings searching for new waves.
Camera gear isn’t cheap and I'll take out over $15k worth of gear each trip.
So I certainly need something that I can trust to keep my gear safe and dry even if the ski sinks.
WHERE TO FIND REN?
Instagram: @renmcgann
Facebook: @renmcgannphoto
Website: www.renmcgann.com
Twitter: @renmcgann