Not even a teen yet and Sky Brown is lightyears ahead – in and out of the water and skatepark. She’s also doing positive things in the world. More specifically she has helped draw attention to Skateistan, a nonprofit organization that uses skateboarding to “engage with children, especially girls and youth from low-income backgrounds, giving […]
“I really wanted them to know they’re special, and no matter where they’re from, if they try their best they can do anything.” – Sky – Young Sky shreds – and she’s on a mission to spread positive vibes. Simply by making friends with impoverished children in Cambodia and shedding light on their condition she’s […]
Summer in Northern California is one of the slowest seasons. The fog rolls in, swells rarely live up to forecast hype, crowds increase, and the doldrums invariably kick in. Don’t let the inevitable keep you from staying psyched though. Get proactive, and turn it around. Below are three ways to stay inspired when the ocean […]
Flyers for events that don’t exist, fake books with intriguing titles, posters, record covers, skateboard graphics, murals, and music are a handful of the mediums Nathaniel Russell is known for. Let Me Be It, the upcoming show opening in July at Mollusk Surf Shop in San Francisco, will mainly feature prints and wood cut-outs. The […]
What happens when you give street kids in South Africa Carver skateboards, surf lessons, mentoring, and a new focus in life? If the NGO Surfers Not Street Children (SNSC) has it right – a sense of empowerment, community, a positive outlet, and good vibes. According to their website SNSC “is a project that empowers ex […]
Natas Kaupas is a legendary figure who hit his stride as a professional street skater in the 1980s. He’s also a long-time surfer, art director, and graphic artist. His latest collaboration with Jon Rose and Waves 4 Water resulted in a t-shirt design aimed at benefitting the non-profit organization. With the words “ripple effect” sprayed […]