The art of skateboarding : skateboarding's urban heritage
Barco, Sylvie2025
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From the empty pools of 1960s Los Angeles to today's Olympic skateparks, skateboarding has fostered a vibrant street culture that is visually striking yet often misunderstood. In this definitive illustrated guide, trace the evolution of skateboarding from the very first boards to a thriving industry defined by iconic brands and distinctive styles. Through never-before-seen photography, and exclusive access to designs from top artists, learn how skateboarding has become a living cultural movement, with dedicated events, exhibitions, and festivals, even attaining Olympic status.
Main title:
The art of skateboarding : skateboarding's urban heritage / Sylvie Barco, Philippe Danjean, Stéphane Madoeuf.
Author:
Imprint:
London : Cassell, 2025.
Collation:
234 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
Notes:
Translated from the French.
ISBN:
9781788405751 (hbk)
Dewey class:
796.2209
LC class:
GV859.8
Local class:
796.22
Language:
EnglishFrench
Subject:
BRN:
4217145