#Holla | Mo Skate Deck

Not a lot of people can say that they managed a skate shop at 17, or even say they have creative input on the product that the shop produces. I feel extremely privileged to be in the position I am. I can't wait to grow and see where life takes me. With that being said I am pleased to say that the deck design that I helped produce is finally available. Check out the write up I did for fromthefeetup.ca!

With most of our staff and team growing up in the late 80's and early 90's it made the most sense to bring back a familiar graphic, and re-vamp it on our first shop deck.  The graphic design was a collaborative effort (idea came from Ryan Mack, hand-drawn by myself, and final touches/photoshop by Jeremy Marucot). We are pleased to say that this deck is now available in sizes varying from 7.625" to 8.5" for only $45. Support your local!

*Thank-you Geoff Warrington for bringing out my inner child in this photo.

Fotography Fridays | Atiba Jefferson

When you think of Atiba Jefferson, you think of the best skateboard photographers of all-time. He has captured some of the most iconic and memorable moments in skateboarding, while making them look flawless. Maybe I was just a little too focused or uneducated? Little did I know,  he has worked with some of the biggest non-skateboarding brands in the world (Pepsi, ESPN, Adidas, and Nike ...too name a few). As well as, some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment (Kanye West, Lebron James, Shaun White, Eric Koston, Reggie Bush, and Snoop Dogg... too name a few). I find it mind boggling: that he finds enough time to share his art with so many different audiences. Still being the best at whatever he does, he is a natural behind the lens.

Not only does he spend time doing photography, some of his down time is spent skating and playing in The Goat & The Occasional Others. Check out some of my favorites: 

Andrew Reynolds// Frontside Flip// Vancouver "Go Skateboarding Day" 2009

This is probably one of my all time favorite skate photo's. Two beasts doing what they do best.

Paul Rodriguez Jr.

Basically the Michael Jordan of skateboarding. Have you seen his Plan B part?!

Allen Iverson// The Pursuit Of Happiness // SLAM Magazine Issue #107 

I actually have had this in my bedroom for three and a half years now, I was a huge Allen Iverson fan. I used to get a subscription to the magazine every year, I did not know Atiba took the photo. 

Kanye West

Lupe Fiasco

This is rad. I think this was around when 'Food & Liquor' was released. Before he became a household name.

Hollywood Fires

I want this in a frame.

Lake

Love the colours.

Fans in the desert

I was in Palm Springs in the summer, and there were a ridiculous amount of these.

This could be a movie poster or album art. So dope.

#jussayin | Maestro Knows: My Friend Benny Gold

All I can/want to say is: Stay true to yourself, your dreams, your heritage, and your brand. Never drift away from what got you where you started, grow with your true self. Never try to be something your not. Benny Gold is that kind of guy: genuine and real. Check out what he is all about:

Crazy Cop.

Dylan.

This is honestly my favorite video part this year. Check the trick at 4:35... fuckin' rad. I am going skating today at 9 o'clock with my good friend, Landon. This video got me stoked.

Mo Market Skate BBQ!

I have been planning and brain storming a fundraiser/event for the community for quite sometime. About 2 weeks ago after having a discussion with Kent(Outtabounds) about what I was thinking about planning (BBQ/Skate event), He agreed that it was a great idea. Little did I realize that the best possible date for this idea was in approx. 2 weeks (end of school for high-school students)... basically a perfect kick off to summer!

After 24 hours of planning and numerous discussions with other staff, I got everything written down and finalized. We thought of fundraisers over and over again. But, the one that stuck out most to me was The Canadian Cancer Society. Recently, one of my friends/staff member's father passed away from cancer. I felt like I should sort of throw this for her and her family. Cancer is one of the most common illness' in the world, My Grandpa passed away when I was 14... I was devastated, He was not only the funniest person I have every met but one of the many people that has effected my life in a positive way.

Once, we had everything planned it was ready to go. We had a lot of sponsors that were stoked to help this event out... Co-op, Vitamin Water, Sous Chef, Dr.J, and Single Second. Co-op supplied the buns, Vitamin Water supplied refreshments, Sous Chef donated there water, Dr. J brought the entertainment, and Single Second generously donated there ever so popular t-shirts.

After looking online at the weather I noticed it was supposed to be a horrible rainy/stormy day... I was starting to get worried. Rain, DJ's, Skateboarding and BBQ's aren't a good mix! I began to think of back up plans. After, Asif(momentum) left for South Africa/World Cup... I knew that I was the one to make the 'executive' decisions.

On, June 21st 2010 (Day Before the BBQ) I had a quick skate sesh with some of the boys. It was a mellow sesh. I wanted to practice up. But, soon figured out that this was already a shitty performance on my part, and to top it all off... I tried to shuvit over something... landed super awkwardly and dropped to the floor... this meant I couldn't skate for a while... and definitely not at the BBQ. I was super bummed out after that.

The BBQ went really well, we had a lot of skaters come out! As well as, a lot of BBQ lovers! haha. We ended up raising $300 for Cancer. Super good turn out.

More coverage to come!

Why Is Antwuan, Antwuan?

Fotography Fridays.

Screen Shot- www.MaestroKnows.com

Dom Kennedy

4/20 Mystery Woman. She is making me want that "nug"... Dream Girl for sure. 

Photo Credits: The Hundreds... Bobby Hundreds.

Sunni Ali Ber. Photo Credit: Unknown? 

You will see more of Sunni, I can make sure of that.

KR3W Down Under Tour Video.

Super stoked when I found this!!

10 DEEP SKATE!

ATIBA GOT LUCKY!

Check out P-Rod's Denim! The Hundreds, say what!?

This Guy Is Getting Better Each Day.

Can't Keep The King Down.

Nike SB. Don't Fear The Sweeper. Part 3.

Carlos Zarazua on Transworld.

The Hundreds Skate Team is good.

Carlos Zarazua

Age: 22
Home: The Valley, California
Sponsors: The Hundreds, DVS, almost, Select wheels, Force trucks, Primitive, Mountain Dew
Winter skate destination: Anywere I wouldn’t be able to normally, because people are on Christmas break.
Food you can’t live without: Chipotle.
Daily visited Websites: Twitter.com. Follow me @zarazua1987.
Am who should be pro: Windsor James.
Best video of 2009: The Zero video.
Hot warm-up spot: Pedlow or the Pacoima park.
Recommended reading: My tweets.
Why video parts still matter: ’Cause it helps the skate industry and public that you’re not just sitting on your ass all day or just lurking at the skatepark.
Biggest waste of money: Gas and cigs.
Last pool you skated: Pedlow skatepark.
Favorite skater of all time: Andrew Reynolds.
What you’d do if the world ended tomorrow: Nothing because the world ended, haha.

Nike SB P-Rod 2010 Collection.

Things are looking good for Nike SB, and Paul Rod, This year. Get all your SB and P-Rod Gear at Momentum Marketplace.

Paul Rodriguez 'P.Rod' Collection at the Agenda Tradeshow from Chris Lee on Vimeo.

Theotis Beasley Is Good.

Brian Herman "G-CODE" Emerica Shoe.

WUSSSSSSSSUP HATEEEERSSS!

Skating In Tokyo.

Underground Vibes from 13thWitness™ on Vimeo.