For Dutch photographerMichal Pelka, the open water is a second home.

His work focuses on the beauty of the ocean and our connection with the water.

In his images, the essence of the ocean is made salient through light and motion.

Michal Pelka Wave Photography North Sea

He says the cold waterswhile not necessarily known for surfing big wavescan still surprise you.

Scroll down for Pelka’s wave photography.

Then, follow his work on hiswebsiteandInstagram.

Michal Pelka Wave Photography North Sea Surfing Photographer

Photographer Michal Pelka captures the powerful beauty of the ocean in his wave photography.

Michal Pelka Wave Photography North Sea

Michal Pelka Wave Photography North Sea Surfing Photographer

Michal Pelka Wave Photography North Sea

Michal Pelka Wave Photography North Sea

Michal Pelka Wave Photography North Sea Surfing Photographer

Michal Pelka Wave Photography North Sea Surfing Photographer

Michal Pelka Wave Photography North Sea

Michal Pelka Wave Photography North Sea

Michal Pelka Wave Photography North Sea

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