Editor’s Note: Have a question for Dibi Fletcher? She’s definitely got answers. Or at least a perspective. Don’t hold back, shoot her a DM on Instagram and ask away. Here’s this week’s dispatch from the Matriarch of Radical…

Hey Dibi.. I’ve made my living as an artist for 40 years and surfed for almost 50. Surfing is getting a bit more challenging, but my work is getting better. I’m wondering if all those years in the ocean were preparing me for what I’m creating now. Can one passion finish what another started? – Making Waves

Hey Making Waves… Of course. Surfing taught you how to “see” by watching the sublime movements of the swells, currents, tides, a tool which is the most important skill an artist has at their disposal. You may physically be slowing down a bit with age, but the lessons learned from surfing will be invaluable when completely focused on your art.

Hey Dibi… I’ve photographed surfing for 25 years. Everyone wants the perfect action shot.…