June “Rad” By: Jessica Wright STORY BEHIND THE IMAGE From the artist: This piece was created for a surfer who embodies the true South Bay lifestyle. He lived a block from the beach and wanted his art to reflect his passion for the ocean. When he saw the completed piece, he exclaimed, “RAD,” which inspired the painting’s name. This artwork captures both the force and tranquility of a crashing wave. ARTIST BIO As a child, I loved being creative, starting with coloring an