The world's most surreal seascapes

Photographer Ryan Pernofski's new photo journal is full of cool snaps of the ocean

Each photo captures an incredible moment as light plays with the ocean

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Pernofski surfs freezing waters at dawn in search of the perfect shot

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This shot was taken in a session in which the photographer was nearly killed by the ocean

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The photos make the sea appear bold, profound and forceful

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Pernofski often uses fire to create dreamy contrasts with the waves

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No matter how cool this shot is, we don't condone surfing with a sparkler

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Like we said...no matter how cool it looks

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Waiting for waves

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Published: Tuesday 22nd November 2016

Inspiration

Not many people choose to chuck themselves into the freezing cold sea at dawn. Even fewer do it to catch a perfect shot on their iPhone – no, that's not because iPhone's don't like swimming, it's because, well, most of us can't get out of bed in the morning.

Armed with just a surfboard and his mobile (complete with a handy waterproof case, of course) Aussie seascape snapper, Ryan Pernofski, has put together a photo journal of his best shots of the ocean, complete with tips to help you boss wavy shots in just the same way, should you feel the need.

Salt & Light (published by Harbour Publishing House) is available to buy from 1 December for £20, amazon.co.uk

For more information visit saltandlightbook.com

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