A Hard Life Made Beautiful | Photographer Joel Woods

Joel Woods has spent two decades at sea. His eye for the moment reveals a world that few ever see, and none forget.

By Mel Allen|Apr 11 2017| Print icon

On another day of rough weather aboard the No Worries, Woods loaned Stevie Ames the life jacket he wears in this picture, working steadily as water comes pouring over the wheelhouse.

Photo Credit: Joel Woods

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