The Dan Mizicko 'Skate Harvest' video is the winner of the first ever Transworld Cinematographer Contest. The 26-year-old Ohio native took his audience into the depths of the northeast farmlands. 'Skate Harvest' makes a point to show the dedication of young rural skaters. The crew filmed for the video doesn't have the luxury of sidewalks to cruise, rails to grind and bowls to conquer. The young team creates homemade skate sessions from found plywood, old machinery and built ramps. The group has to make due with the grasslands and skate with the cows.
Dan Mizicko beat out 100 other submissions to win the contest. His video exhibits the warmth and brotherhood found in skate culture. The boys have a huge talent for skating and work hard to make it happen.
What's Driving This Trend
- Farmland Skate Parks
- Creating skate parks and skate culture in rural areas using homemade ramps and repurposed materials.
- Rural Skater Brotherhood
- Fostering a sense of community and camaraderie among young rural skaters through shared passion and dedication.
- Alternative Skateboarding Spaces
- Exploring unique and unconventional spaces, such as farmlands, for skateboarding activities.
Who This Affects Most
- Skateboarding
- Skateboarding industry could tap into the potential market of rural skateboarders and develop products/services catering to their needs.
- Outdoor Recreation
- Outdoor recreation industry can provide skateboarding equipment and infrastructure for rural areas, boosting tourism and local economies.
- Video Production
- Video production industry can showcase the authentic stories and talents of rural skaters, driving engagement and creating new opportunities for content creation.
