Surf Coast Wall Art: A Local Photographer's Guide to the Best Prints from Torquay to Apollo Bay

I've been shooting the Surf Coast for years now, and I still can't pick a favourite stretch. Every time I drive the Great Ocean Road from Torquay down to Apollo Bay, I find something new worth stopping for. A break in the clouds that lights up the water a certain way. A swell that lines up perfectly through the lens. A colour in the ocean I haven't quite caught before.

That's what this stretch of coastline does to you. It gets under your skin. And if you've ever felt that pull, you'll know why so many people want a piece of it on their wall.

This is my guide to the best surf coast prints in the Local Breaks collection, from the point breaks of Torquay to the wild headlands south of Apollo Bay. Whether you're decorating your own home, setting up a holiday house, or looking for a gift for someone who loves this coast as much as you do, hopefully this helps.

Torquay: Where the Surf Coast Begins

Torquay is the obvious starting point. It's Australia's surf capital, and it earns that title every single day. I've shot it in glassy morning conditions, in big winter swell, and from above with the drone on still afternoons when the sandbanks are perfectly visible through the water.

The aerial perspective is what sets a lot of these shots apart. When you're standing on the beach, you get one view. When you're up above it, the whole geography opens up. You can see the shape of the bay, the colour changes where the shallow water meets the deep, the way the crowds gather at Cosy Corner on a good day.

My Torquay Art Print I is consistently one of the best performers in the collection, and Torquay Art Print IV is right up there with it. Both start from $89 as an unframed print, with framing options to suit any space.

If you're after surf coast wall art that actually looks like the Torquay you know, not some generic beach stock image, these are the ones.

Bells Beach and Point Addis: The Iconic Ones

You can't talk about surf coast prints without talking about Bells. It's one of the most photographed beaches in the world, but getting a shot that feels fresh is still a challenge. My Bells Beach Art Print I captures the bowl of the break from a perspective most people never get to see. It's the kind of print that stops people in their tracks.

Point Addis is technically just up the road, but it feels like a completely different world. The cliffs, the colour of the water, the way the headland curves. I shot Point Addis Art Print I on a morning where the light was doing something really special, and it's become my top selling print across the entire collection. If you want to know more about why Point Addis is worth a visit, I've written a full guide over at Point Addis Wall Art: A Local Photographer's Guide.

Anglesea, Aireys Inlet and Point Roadknight

Anglesea gets overlooked a bit, which is a shame. The river mouth, the beach, the golf course with kangaroos on it. It's a genuinely beautiful town and I've got a solid range of prints from there.

Point Roadknight sits just south of Anglesea town and it's a spot I keep coming back to. The protected bay, the low-tide rock platforms, the colours of the water in good light. My Point Roadknight Art Print II is the second best-selling print in my whole collection. One of my customers bought it as a gift for a family member who grew up nearby, and she said it was exactly the area she was looking for. That's what these prints are really about.

Aireys Inlet has its own charm too. The Split Point Lighthouse, the rocky shores, the way the coast gets a little wilder as you head south. My Aireys Inlet Art Print I captures that mood well.

Lorne and Wye River: The Great Ocean Road Gets Going

Lorne is a proper coastal town. Good food, great surf, and a beach that looks different every single time I visit. I've got six Lorne prints in the collection now, which probably tells you how much time I spend there.

Wye River is smaller and quieter, but the colours of that bay are something else. Bright blues, deep greens, the red rooftops clinging to the hillside. My Wye River Art Print I is a consistently solid seller, and I've written a full piece on the area at Wye River Wall Art: A Local's Guide if you want the full story.

Take the Surf Coast Home

These aren't mass-produced images pulled from a stock library. Every single one of these prints is a photo I took personally, at a location I know, on a day I remember. That's what makes surf coast prints from Local Breaks different from what you'll find on a big generic art site.

All prints are made to order and shipped from Victoria, with free shipping anywhere in Australia. Frames are solid FSC certified timber, ready to hang straight out of the box. If you're not sure which size suits your wall, the size guide is a good place to start, or check the product guide for a full breakdown of framing options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What surf coast wall art is most popular at Local Breaks?

Point Addis Art Print I is the top selling print in the collection, followed closely by Point Roadknight Art Print II and Bells Beach Art Print I. Torquay Art Print I and IV are also strong performers. These are all locations I've shot personally and they connect with people who know and love the Surf Coast.

Do the surf coast prints come framed or unframed?

Both options are available. You can order an unframed print on 250gsm premium matte art paper, rolled and shipped in a protective tube. Or choose from classic framed, floating frame canvas, standard shadow box frame, or premium shadow box with Tru Vue Museum Glass. All frames are solid FSC certified timber and come with a 10-year warranty.

What size surf coast print should I get for a living room wall?

For a main living room wall, I'd recommend an L (59.4x84.1cm) or XL (84.1x118.9cm) as a starting point. If you've got a large feature wall and want something that really makes an impact, the EPIC size at 100x150cm is genuinely striking at 1.5m wide. The size guide has a helpful room-by-room breakdown.

Do you ship surf coast prints outside of Victoria?

Yes, free shipping is available anywhere in Australia, including metro and regional areas. All