PUSH: 80's Skateboard Photography

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PUSH showcases the vibrant analog-era images that have made Grant Brittain a globally renowned skateboard photographer. With roots in California skateboarding since his 1978 start at Del Mar Skate Ranch, Brittain began capturing skate culture on Kodachrome film in 1979. His work soon graced TransWorld Skateboarding magazine, where he later became Photo Editor. In 1987, his iconic shot, "The Push," featuring Tod Swank, adorned the magazine's cover, cementing his place in skateboarding history. Brittain's mentorship of aspiring photographers and his iconic status among skateboarders worldwide make this 1980s collection a must-see. With contributions from Tony Hawk, Miki Vuckovich, and a timeline by Garry Scott Davis.

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PUSH showcases the vibrant analog-era images that have made Grant Brittain a globally renowned skateboard photographer. With roots in California skateboarding since his 1978 start at Del Mar Skate Ranch, Brittain began capturing skate culture on Kodachrome film in 1979. His work soon graced TransWorld Skateboarding magazine, where he later became Photo Editor. In 1987, his iconic shot, "The Push," featuring Tod Swank, adorned the magazine's cover, cementing his place in skateboarding history. Brittain's mentorship of aspiring photographers and his iconic status among skateboarders worldwide make this 1980s collection a must-see. With contributions from Tony Hawk, Miki Vuckovich, and a timeline by Garry Scott Davis.

PUSH showcases the vibrant analog-era images that have made Grant Brittain a globally renowned skateboard photographer. With roots in California skateboarding since his 1978 start at Del Mar Skate Ranch, Brittain began capturing skate culture on Kodachrome film in 1979. His work soon graced TransWorld Skateboarding magazine, where he later became Photo Editor. In 1987, his iconic shot, "The Push," featuring Tod Swank, adorned the magazine's cover, cementing his place in skateboarding history. Brittain's mentorship of aspiring photographers and his iconic status among skateboarders worldwide make this 1980s collection a must-see. With contributions from Tony Hawk, Miki Vuckovich, and a timeline by Garry Scott Davis.

Authors: J. Grant Brittain

Publisher: Gingko Press

Format: Hardcover

Condition: New

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