Garth, married to Nyarie Abbey, was one of the early American surfers to settle in Byron Bay, Russell was Queensland’s State Surfing Champion in the late 60’s. He was an excellent surfer in constant motion with a very smooth style in and out of the water. He was in the finals of the World contest held in Puerto Rico in 1968 where he came in third behind Midget Farrelley. However, Russell was shy of competition and illusive in life. This photo catches his wily nature. His nic name at the time was ‘la Ruse” French for fox for those who don’t know.

Garth Murphy Russell Hughes, the Wave Hunters, Lennox Head 1971.

Unframed $350.00 Framed $500.00

Image Size: 52 x 42 cm
$AU350.00 ** Includes GST