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IG: theskateroom

[libertyprint]

Les Fleurs by Louise Bourgeois, 2009.

Canadian maple skateboard, deck 8" (set of three) - The Skateroom.

[dollsinvogue]

Hi! Love your blog, could I please request a look at LOL OMG Cool Lev?

Omg yes!! It’s a bit funny I really didn’t know what he was based on until I went to look him up and saw his box and oh boy did I feel a little silly. HE IS BASED ON KEITH HARING ART!

The two shirts are from a Uniqlo x Keith Haring collab and the skateboards are from The Skateroom x Keith Haring collab

[indepwom101]

📷 Belgian Monarchy

🇧🇪 King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of the Belgians

Friday, March 24, 2023

“Next stop: the Skateistan Skate School!

The Belgian company Skateroom that works with renowned artists to make unique skateboards, invests 10% of its income in social projects. Skateistan Skate School in Johannesburg is one of them. The school runs educational and skate programs for children to attend after their public schooling to help develop their skills and confidence.

Next, at the Belgian company @BEKASchreder, their Majesties are introduced to South Africa’s leading outdoor lighting manufacturer. The company develops sustainable lighting solutions that should reduce energy consumption and increase safety on the streets. “

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Michèle Lamy in collab with THE SKATEROOM shot by Juergen Teller for ComplexCon 🛹🩶

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cindy sherman "untitled #153" deck collab with the skateroom

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Studio shot by Danni Lavroski for Skateroom collaboration with Michele Lamy & Juergen Teller.

[sevenplyskate]

Jean-Michel Basquiat

La collaborazione tra THE SKATEROOM, la Fondazione Jean-Michel Basquiat e Artestar si ispira ai dipinti iconici di BASQUIAT dei primi anni '80. Inoltre, chiude il cerchio della street art, collegando i graffiti dell’artista degli anni ’70 alla promozione da parte di Skateistan della cultura skate globale contemporanea.

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IG: theskateroom

[kicksaddictny]

ComplexCon Returns November 18th and 19th With A Fresh Approach to Art Programming

Arts and culture festival ComplexCon had an undeniable reputation for leading the conversation surrounding pop culture and trends. Now, it makes its seventh annual return to the Long Beach Convention Center November 18th and 19th, this time with a reinvigorated approach to art. The comprehensive, expertly-curated festival takes a holistic approach to discussions about style, entertainment, and brands that would not be complete without art. With a refreshed dedication to inclusivity, ComplexCon presents an immersive and unforgettable weekend of style, sneakers, art, food, music, inspiration, and more. 

This year, CACTUS PLANT FLEA MARKET sits at the helm as the Artistic Director. The globally renowned artist and their namesake brand has become one of the most notable influences in culture, art, fashion and lifestyle today. As such, they are uniquely primed to lead the discussion of culture, with special attention to the art programming and overall aesthetic. 

As part of this exciting evolution for ComplexCon, a new wave of artists, makers, and creatives come together to round out the dialogue about arts and culture, ensuring fresh and innovative pieces at every turn. 

An undeniable art legend, FUTURA brings Knew Stand to ComplexCon. The graffiti legend who first gained popularity in the 70s worked adjacent to art for decades following his success, and has pivoted back into the art world in the last few years. With his unparalleled experience, he contributes to the conversation of culture, merging the past and present. 

Queer Kicks, curated by San Francisco-based Schlomer Haus Gallery and presented by Hijinx Arts, is a group exhibition using sneaker culture as a microcosm to explore the effects of personal identity on style and pop culture as a whole. In telling Queer stories at the heart of a major exploration of culture, Queer Kicks provides invaluable perspective, without which there could not be a comprehensive conversation. Twelve artists from across the LGBTQIA spectrum bring their views into the greater discussion of arts and culture, and who/what moves the needle between popular and unpopular, offering a more holistic picture of the world. 

Last year’s event was complete with a garden growing throughout, and this year ComplexCon keeps the flora theme intact. Muralist, artist, and designer Chris Pyrate returns for a third year, releasing a limited run of the next “Gardener” low sneaker colorway, not to mention the upcoming apparel collection available for purchase, and an activation that allows visitors to “pick their own flowers.”

The floor will be full of surprises, including an immersive collaboration between Leen and the Keith Haring Foundation. Kirk Catlin, a ComplexCon fan-favorite, returns with his distinct flash tattoos, boasting exclusive designs for the ComplexCon audience. Superchief Gallery will be presenting a booth installation from their exhibition earlier this year called GARBAGE FUTURISM POST-WASTE, including an exclusive limited T-shirt collab with BAER, and other artist collaboration t-shirts dropping throughout the course of the weekend. 

Bringing the creative energy to the floor, artist and storyteller Gregory Siff will be live painting on a 10x10 canvas, displaying his distinctive style, characterized by bold brushstrokes, vibrant colors, and unabashedly raw emotional depth. Literally Balling–artist Victor Solomon’s on-going exploration of the icons of basketball–celebrates the sport’s evolution and omnipresence. 

A ComplexCon icon and former Artistic Director, Takashi Murakami teams up with +44 to connect with fans via creativity and culture. Louis De Guzman, a visual artist & designer, brings new works as well, furthering the pop culture conversation. Inflatables from Jeron Braxton, a debut Rhymezlikedimez arcade machine, and Skateroom x Michelle Lamy collaboration with Juergen Teller round out the experience. 

With a balance of new and returning participants, like returning Uzumaki Gallery and doodles for the first time, the festival is sure to exceed expectations. Uuuntld and ET artist just begin to scratch the surface of what’s in store. 

ComplexCon would not be complete without awe-inspiring exclusive drops. This year, keep an eye out for Mermaidhair, Rello, Sushibaby, and several exclusive collaborations from CACTUS PLANT FLEA MARKET, with plenty more in store!

With art at the center of the cultural discourse, ComplexCon is a remarkable opportunity to view and experience the works leading us into the future. 

VIP and general admission tickets are currently available at ComplexCon.com. For more information and to stay updated on the latest news, follow @complexcon on TikTok, Twitter and Instagram.

[toyastales]

ART OF THE DAY - KEITH HARING 

 The Skateroom helps empower youth by collaborating with contemporary artists to create limited edition artworks. Through artist support, they are able to fulfill their purpose and finance international social projects. https://toyastales.blogspot.com/2019/07/art-of-day-keith-haring.html #keithharing #theskateroom #limitededition

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The Skateroom is a social entrepreneurship whose main purpose is to help empower youth using art and skateboarding. For spring, the Belgian label has joined forces with renowned French street artist JR for a special set of skateboard decks to support Brazilian favelas, which is filled with poverty and crime.

The featured decks incorporate JR’s signature 2016 work on the Louvre Museum in France titled, Hidden in the City: the Louvre Pyramid (with JR), which was the artist’s attempt to make the museum’s glass pyramid disappear by wrapping a side of the iconic structure in an image of the surrounding building and allowing it to blend away into the background. The exclusive decks will also coincide with the 30th anniversary of the glass pyramid.

In addition, to further raise awareness and provide aid to Brazilian favelas, The Skateroom will dedicate 30% of the proceeds to support two social projects: Casa Amarela and Coletivo Skate Maré. “Most notably, the construction of a permanent skatepark within the favelas will provide the youth with a safe space to express itself. Through skateboarding, these kids will learn to develop their skills and confidence, and be empowered to pursue better opportunities,” said The Skateroom.

Pricing for the special collaborative skateboard decks have yet to be announced, however, availability on The Skateroom’s website begins on March 29.

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Paul McCarthy Skateboard Decks

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the Skateroom

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SKATEBOARDS THAT ENGAGE ARTISTS AND CONSUMERS IN SOCIAL PROJECTS

A not-for-profit B Corp in Brussels has curated an artistic space dedicated to inspiring a new, socially-driven business model. The premise of The Skateroom is based on a collaboration between acclaimed artists and art foundations, and skateboards, which drive the “Art for Social Impact” premise. Artists display their work on skateboards around the exhibition area, an idea based on the company’s statement that a skateboard is “affordable, mobile, and useable”, “a symbol for freedom” with “the power to break social barriers”. 

https://www.springwise.com/innovation/arts-entertainment/skateroom-art-social-impact