Photos capture drama of big-wave surfing on Hawaii’s North Shore

Here’s how you can catch some of the world’s biggest waves without sticking a toe in the water. Surfing photographer Zak Noyle shares some of his epic images in an exhibition at T Galleria by DFS in Honolulu.

Noyle captured photos of mega-waves -- some a stunning 50 feet high -- on Feb. 25, 2016, along Oahu’s North Shore, famous for its surfing contests.

Noyle was the only photographer allowed in the water during the Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau, a competition that only takes place when swells reach a minimum of 20 feet.

Eddie Aikau was a popular North Shore lifeguard and surfer who disappeared at sea during a doomed canoeing expedition in 1978. Clyde Aikau helped honor his older brother’s memory during the February event.

In addition to the photos, the exhibition also contains the gear Noyle used to capture his images, and the surfboard used by Koa Rothman, who at 22 was this year’s youngest competitor in the Quiksilver contest.

A selection of Noyle’s artwork and T-shirts are for sale too. The exhibition continues through Aug. 31 at the gallery.

Info: T Galleria by DFS, 330 Royal Hawaiian Ave., Honolulu; (808) 931-2700

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