Back when I was working for Backside, I was an editor for their print magazine called EightxTen. It launched in 2012 with a full feature I did on Rick Klotz (Freshjive, Warriors of Radness). I was tasked with writing about influencers in the lifestyle markets, and all in Q&A format. For the second issue, I had Ruslan…
Can 10 years be considered a long time in this industry? Yes and no. Yes, because things become routine and like clockwork. You see the same faces, you attend similar events, you foresee the cyclical patterns warranted by this industry. And you inevitably become jaded. I’ve gotten to that point – where I grew tired…
The BIA Tour made its second stop in Ponto State Beach, Carlsbad, California earlier this month on May 3, 2014! Contestants dealt with warm weather, light winds, and small waves in the 1-2 foot range for most of the day. Illest Team Members Justin Cadiente, Sean McElroy represented well at the bodyboarding competition. Justin Cadiente made…
Meeting in the ladies room with my crew to start off the long weekend. Din, drinks, then lounge with artists. So stay posted…because this heat is just the beginning. Boot and Shoe ServiceCastelvetrano OlivesSomething on toast. I forgot but it was incredible!Bucatini alla papalinaMargherita di bufala w/ a side of anchoviesLumpia….get in my mouf.With #OaklandAngelBurning…
I am pretty sure I have lost count of the different color schemes, vinyl jobs, and transformations that Mark’s S14 has gone through throughout the years. The final product has never disappointed though. This year, Mark decided to go with an old school JDM influenced livery. After spending 2 days printing and laying down the…
Next stop on the Offset Kings showcase is paradise – Honolulu, Hawaii, once again taking over the Ke’ehi Lagoon Memorial Park last weekend. First off, huge MAHALO to everyone for coming out – you are the reason why this event is so awesome! So we’ll start off this post with a behind the scenes look…
A few weeks back on May 10th, we held the Offset Kings: Atlanta showcase in association with Formula DRIFT at Road Atlanta! With pouring weather the day before, the rainy conditions thankfully took a break! Thank you to everyone who came through! Photo Credit: John Pangilinan.
Quick meet up with some very talented females heavy in Oakland’s art scene. About what you ask??? About conveying women’s strength and power – through art, photography and words. Stay tuned for the upcoming All Lady Warrior Zine + Art Show happening June and July at SomaR and Solespace. In the meantime, quench your art…