World Industries Mike Vallely
Mike Vallely, also known as “Mike V”, is a professional skateboarder who has made a significant impact on skateboarding culture. He is known for his dynamic style of skating and his ability to seamlessly merge skateboarding with other forms of expression such as music and art. Mike made a name for himself in the late 1980s and early 1990s as an influential street skater, and has continued to innovate and inspire new generations of skateboarders through his involvement in various skateboarding events and projects. In addition to his professional skateboarding career, Mike has also been the singer for several punk rock bands and has created various graphic art designs.
Ah, Marc McKee is an absolute legend when it comes to skateboard art! His unique and quirky graphics helped shape the aesthetic of skateboarding in the 1990s. He designed for World Industries, Blind, and other skateboard companies during their heyday. McKee’s art was playful, irreverent, and often provocative, with a particular talent for turning cartoon characters into subversive icons of skate culture. It’s safe to say that his work has influenced generations of skateboarders and continues to inspire new artists to this day.