A Closer Look at Skateboarding and the Culture Behind It Course Work Skate by boardman - May 27, 2022May 27, 20220 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omkCSNk9jrU Skateboarding and How it has Affected Me Skateboarding is the most important aspect of my life. Without it, I do not know what I would be doing, who I would be friends with, or what my hobby would be. Skateboarding has impacted me more than words can say. This is why I made A Closer Look at Skateboarding and the Culture Behind It. While producing the documentary, I had to act more as a journalist than as a skateboarder. So, in this written piece, I would like to share my experiences with skateboarding, as a skateboarder. I grew up in Phoenix Arizona, and while growing up, I participated in many sports and athletic activities, including football, BMX racing, and taekwondo. But of
Southbank- Its Importance to Skateboarders and The London Skate Scene Course Work Skate by boardman - April 2, 20200 Southbank- Its importance to Skateboarders and the London Skate Scene When many people see the Southbank Undercroft, they see it as a noisy mess of children jumping around on toys, but what they do not see is the way that the undercroft has affected the lives of the people that skateboard there. The undercroft gives people a space to do something creative, and make friends and socialise, and without it, many would have nowhere to go. To skateboarding in London, the Southbank Undercroft is one of the most important places in the city. In fact, it is one of the most iconic skate spots in Europe, if not the world. Thousands of skateboarders travel to the undercroft every year to skate there, and
A Short Interview with Liam Nenortas of Joke MFG. Art by boardman - January 31, 20200 Liam Nenortas is 21 years old from Phoenix, Arizona, and owns a clothing company called Joke MFG. Since starting the company a few years ago, Nenortas has been building Joke MFG. and designing pieces that are unique and different from what is normally seen. He is currently working on a new drop called Hellfire West. How is it running a clothing company in Phoenix? Running a clothing company is definitely difficult. The fact that Arizona doesn’t really have any fashion scene can really put a damper on a brand, but as other companies like Foulplay grow it shines the light on Arizona and lets people know that it’s not just a desert and cowboys. What are you working on next? Right now I’m working
Amateur Description of The Panasonic AG-HMC150 Art Skate by boardman - December 1, 2019December 2, 20190 I am not an expert on cameras and I don't really know what I'm talking about, but one of my favourite cameras is the Panasonic AG-HMC150. The Panasonic AG-HMC150 was released in 2008, but is still a camera that can keep up with the cameras of today. The camera records up to 1080/60i and can record in 720/60p with many different combinations in between. It also has a wide range of settings for colour, exposure with neutral density filters, sound and other variables that the user can customise. The camera records in AVCHD format and uses SD cards. The camera’s filter size is 72mm which allows for lens attachments of that size. Also, there is a zoom that can be operated with a servo motor allowing
Peckham Events Venue Celebrates Two Year Anniversary Art by boardman - November 6, 2019December 1, 20190 Peckham Levels is celebrating its two year anniversary this week. The Peckham Levels was created in 2017 and contains a diverse mix of art studios, and other businesses. Located in an alleyway, it is a maze-like venue resembling an old parking garage. The venue has six levels, and one is greeted by a colourful staircase on the ground floor that one must climb. The first four levels are private art and studio studio spaces reserved for members, and two levels at the top are open to the public, where people can see art exhibitions, visit restaurants, do yoga or even get a haircut. Cahonna’s Hair Hub is situated on the sixth level of the building. Tracey Cahoon, the owner of the business, said she has “been
Chewy Cannon’s New Adidas Liberty Cup Shoe Release Skate by boardman - October 21, 2019December 1, 20190 Chewy Cannon’s Adidas Liberty Cup Shoe was launched on Saturday with a jam at South Bank and the introduction of a new skate obstacle for the undercroft to celebrate the release. Hundreds of skaters turned up for the event to celebrate the new shoe. There was a DJ booth playing a mix of reggae music and the crowd was excited as they were trying tricks on the new obstacle for cash. The event began at 3.00pm and continued on into the evening. The shoe is Chewy Cannon’s new Liberty Cup model, and features a black upper with brown gum soles. The shoe retails for $100 and looks great. The new obstacle is a bank with steps next to it pushed up against a wall, which gives many
Climate Protests in Central London Disrupt Busy Roadways Course Work by boardman - October 8, 2019November 24, 20190 A string of Extinction Rebellion protests to combat climate change have shut down busy roadways in Central London affecting businesses and traffic. The protest is centered around Trafalgar Square where there is a large congregation of people holding picket signs, dancing and singing, along with tents pitched in the road. This event has closed off parts of Northumberland Avenue, The Mall, Strand, Cockspur Street and Whitehall to the Palace of Westminster, with no car access. Delivery people were walking for blocks with deliveries on pallet trucks to get them to their destination. Local businesses have been affected by the congestion, causing for less business, and long commutes. Ricky, the shop keeper at Lambert Souvenirs, said, “business has gone quiet now.” He said, “At least 50% is