Raised in Florence, Italy and currently living in San Diego, Chris’ unique diversity as surfer, artist, clothing designer,
world traveler, environmentalist and just all around good guy adds welcome creative and authentic energy to the Honolua Brand.
'I couldn't be more pleased to represent a company which is focused on producing quality products for watermen alike. I'm looking
forwards to spreading the Honolua aloha across the globe through my travels, surfing and art.' says Chris.
'We are happy to have Chris become a part of Honolua' states Pat Fraley, Honolua's Brand Director. 'We have formed a unique relationship
in that Chris will be a key contributor to the brands marketing and design efforts. We will be working on everything from design, art,
web, printed media, you name it. He will be a true ambassador to the brand'.
At only 25 years of age, Chris has managed to build an impressive life portfolio. He was first introduced to culture and high fashion
growing up in Florence, Italy where his father worked for Armani clothing. From there he moved to Los Angeles where the seeds that were
planted in Europe began to grow. Chris channeled that creative energy into surfing, art and design. He would later attend the University
of Santa Cruz where he majored in sustainable/organic agriculture.
As a surfer Chris will ride pretty much anything that floats and often
works with shaper Tim Stamps on experimental designs. He has his own Bing Surfboards Pro Model aptly named the 'Love Bird' and being a
true waterman, Chris is also a Los Angeles lifeguard and has participated in the Catalina Classic Paddleboard Race. As an artist/designer
he works in many mediums including pin and ink graphics, acrylic painting on reclaimed objects, surfboard paintings and clothing. As a
person Chris lives life by holding himself to a high moral standard: Follow organic principles, reuse, reduce, recycle. Treat others as
you would treat your mother. Respect the earth we live upon. Enjoy life.
