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.
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.