What’s your go-to Akubra, and why?
Ah, it’s gotta be the Black Bronco. This thing is more than just a hat—it’s a statement. Seriously, it’s the kind of cowboy hat that just makes you feel like you’re owning the world. Rugged, bold, and always up for adventure.
If you had to describe Akubra in five words, what would they be?
Let’s see... Authentic, rugged, Australian, quality... and COOL. No other way to put it.
Tell us about your art and what a day in your life looks like.
I'm a full-time artist, and I work with steel—my sculptures play with ideas of space, momentum, and velocity. I drive around in a 1984 F100 that’s as classic as my hat, and yeah, I’m usually rocking my Black Bronco Akubra. Well, except when I’m swimming—then I park the truck and the hat!
What do you love most about Australia and its people?
I just recently became an Australian citizen, and I can’t begin to express how awesome it feels. I’ve travelled all over this country—it’s wild, raw, and beautifully untamed. There’s a sense of opportunity here, a chance to carve out your own path. I’m proud to be a part of that, proud of what I’ve built here. And it’s not just the landscapes; Australia’s got this incredible cultural mix, all overseen with respect to our First Nations people. I’m truly grateful to be a part of it. Thank you, Australia.
