People who skate will tell you that it's not a sport and that it's a lifestyle, which is why skateboard art get so much attention as a canvas for expression.
Skateboard decks are often personalized to reflect a skater’s individuality and creativity. The board is a symbol of the rider’s spirit. So it makes sense that this high-flying canvas would be the base for so much cool art and design.
We’ve seen pop culture-inspired skateboard art featuring names like Kate Moss and Jimmy Hendrix. These functional art pieces have also been pimped out with cartoon characters, graphic art pieces and even lines of poetry. Even social issues like AIDS prevention have made their way onto skateboard decks.
Whatever the message, image or aesthetic, skateboard decks are an increasingly attractive canvas for those looking to create a piece of art that is youthfully relevant.
32 Skateboard-Inspired Artworks
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Reassembled Sport Deck Models
Deconstructed Skateboard Sculptures Encourages a Fresh Look
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Segway-Skateboard Hybrids
The Personal Rover Rolls into the Future
30
Staircase-Riding Skateboards
Po-Chih Lai's Stair Rover Aims to Expand an Extreme Sport
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Recycled Skateboard Projects
The Element 'No Board Left Behind Program' Incorporates Used Material
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Starlet Studded Skateboards
The Jeff Gaudinet 'Skate Moss' Project is an Artistic Collaboration
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Street-Carving Skateboards
The Aris Sport Bladerunner Can Behave Like a Snowboard
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Foldable Skate Decks
The Snap Skateboard Fits Easily Inside a Backpack
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Street Art Skateboards
'TheSeventhLetter' for ZOOYORK Presents Seven Sick Graffiti Decks
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Impossible Skateboard Captures
The Arthur King ‘I Want to Skate’ Series is Conceptual
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Luminous Riding Skateboards
The Penny Nickel 27'' Glow in the Dark Skateboard Lights up the Night
22
Electric-Driven Decks
The ZBoard Senses Weight to Move and Stop
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Non-Profit Skater Goods
The Good Wood 'Skateboard Art Exhibition' Benefit Skate Park
20
Skate Deck Booze Openers
The Designed Good Upcycled Skateboard Bottle Openers are Chic
19
Cartoon-Clad Skateboard Decks
The Stacks Boards Collection is Filthy and Fun
18
Futuristic Film Skateboards
The Hoverboard Replica Prop is a Must-Have for Back to the Future Fans
17
Sharply Angled Skateboards
Reynald Drouhin's Monolith Skate Sports a Slanted Shape
16
Personified Bottle Skateboard Decks
The Cliche DQM Fall/Winter Release Features a Pro Skate Video
15
Minimalistic Wooden Trinkets
The Toys for Boys by James Perse Boast a Sleek Hipster Aesthetic
14
Mind-Reading Decks
The Board of Imagination Moves From Your Thoughts
13
Tank Tread Skate Decks
The Rockboard Descender is Designed to Traverse Any and All Terrain
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Pro Skateboarder Speaker Pairings
The Plan B Nixon Soundclash Project Features Pro-Skaters
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Poetic Skateboard Decks
The RAW Spring 2012 Board Graphics are Simple and Spunky
10
Satirically Therapeutic Skateboards
ANTIHERO Gives Riders Advice with 'Help Department' Decks
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Supercharged Street Cruisers
The Gnarboard Electric Skateboard is a Speedy Mode of Transport
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Turtle Speed Skateboarding Films
The Adam Shomsky 'WTF Flat Ground Tricks' Video Slows Down Moves
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Iconic Music Magazine Decks
These Rolling Stone Skateboards are Shot by Baron Wolman
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Reefer Skateboards
Cheech and Chong Skateboards Become Part of High Society
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AIDS-Battling Skateboards
Girl x Chocolate (Product) RED Skateboards Aim to Fight the Disease
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Cluttered Graphic Skate Decks
The Enjoi Skateboards 'Bless This Mess' Collection is Busy
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Rapper-Rendered Skate Decks
The Pretty Toney Deck Bears Ghostface Killah's Likeness
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Artistic Mosaic Skateboards
The HUF Haroshi Deck Brings Contemporary Art to Extreme Sports
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Profane Monkey Decks
The Paul Smith x Alien Workshop Skateboard is Stylishly Crude
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Skateboard Houses
Rad Hangouts for Skateboarding Fans by Romina Cortellucci
Nostaligic Skater Photography
Skateboarding in New York City by Bill Eppridge Captures the 1960s
Comical Meme Accessories
The Greenmot Jewelry Collection is Quirky and Humorous
Upcycled Computer Coffee Tables
The Crunching Numbers G4 Turns Old Macintoshes into New Furniture
Nostalgic Downfall Memes
The 1990s Problems Jokes are a Hilarious Throwback
Supermodel Skateboard Blogs
Skate Upton Lets You Ride the World's Hottest Model
Venice Beach Lookbooks
The Car Mar Spring 2012 is Relaxed and Romantic
Upcycled Boozey Light Designs
John Meng's Wine Bottle Lamp Series Is Perfectly Contemporary
Reassembled Sport Deck Models
Deconstructed Skateboard Sculptures Encourages a Fresh Look
Recycled Deck Surfboards
The Bjorn Holm Reto Creates Waves with His Design
Pompous Politician Parodies
The Latest Mitt Romney Meme Incorporates Arrested Development
Staircase-Riding Skateboards
Po-Chih Lai's Stair Rover Aims to Expand an Extreme Sport
Hip-Hop Hipster Lookbooks
The Mishka Summer 2012 Collection is Street-Inspired
In-Home Skate Ramps
The Level Architects Shibuya House is an Ideal Bachelor Pad
Portable Eco Scooters
The A2B Excel can be Charged Technically Anywhere
Recycled Skateboard Projects
The Element 'No Board Left Behind Program' Incorporates Used Material
Starlet Studded Skateboards
The Jeff Gaudinet 'Skate Moss' Project is an Artistic Collaboration
Authentic-Looking Assassin Toys (UPDATED)
The Assassin’s Creed Hidden Blade Replica Looks Re
Sizzling Skateboarder Snapshots
The Skatorialist Captures Photos of Dapper-Looking Gentlemen
Foldable Skate Decks
The Snap Skateboard Fits Easily Inside a Backpack
Seafood Skate Shoes
The Nike SB Shrimp Lets You Show Your Love for Shellfish
Gritty Skater Girl Captures
The Way You Are Elle Taiwan Editorial Showcases Bold Streetwear
Deck-Designed Houses
The 'Skate-Home' Implements Boards All Over the Interior
Skateboard Deck Statues (UPDATE)
These Haroshi Wooden Sculptures are Artful and Intricate
Alluring Economic Advisers
The 'Hey Girl, It's Paul Ryan' Tumblr Personalizes Fiscal Policy
Impossible Skateboard Captures
The Arthur King ‘I Want to Skate’ Series is Conceptual
Radiating Ramp Installations
The Koo Jeong-A Glow in the Dark Skate Park is Mesmerizing
Graphic Eco-Friendly Skateboards
Bamboo SK8 Manufactures Decks and Longboards from Bamboo
Intimidated Suitor Image Macros
The Girl Next Door Meme Documents Awkward Actions of Shy Guys
Electric-Driven Decks
The ZBoard Senses Weight to Move and Stop
Non-Profit Skater Goods
The Good Wood 'Skateboard Art Exhibition' Benefit Skate Park
Inflatable Plastic Paintings
The Peeps Exhibit Portraits Place Women Next to Synthetic Toys
Futuristic Sport-Inspired Art
The Nike Innovation Hunt is a Search for Cutting Edge Art in Tokyo
Upcycled Wooden Audio Gear
LSTN Headphones Benefit Deaf Children in Need
Skate Deck Booze Openers
The Designed Good Upcycled Skateboard Bottle Openers are Chic
Cartoon-Clad Skateboard Decks
The Stacks Boards Collection is Filthy and Fun
Seductive Custom Decks
The 3X1 Denim/Ben Watts Skateboards are Flashy and Charitable
Beer-Infused Push Pops
The Brit & Co. Blue Moon Ice Cream Treat is Ideal for Mature Palettes
Dizzying Camcorder Campaigns
The 'GoPro BacPac' Campaign Video Features Ryan Sheckler
Sturdy Schooner Holders
The P4CK Flexicarry Makes Handling Four Beers Less of a Balancing Act
Bearded Celeb Journalists
High-Ranking Members of the News World Get a Hairy Makeover
Period Piece Trading Cards
Downton Abbey Presents Hilarious Memes
Sharply Angled Skateboards
Reynald Drouhin's Monolith Skate Sports a Slanted Shape
Skateboard-Friendly Houses
The Schuster Skate Villa is for Deck-Enthusiasts
Personified Bottle Skateboard Decks
The Cliche DQM Fall/Winter Release Features a Pro Skate Video
Alcohol Can Illuminators
The Beer Can Track Light by ZAL Creations Brings a Boozy Spin to Decor
Iconic Comic-Branded Merchandise
Peanuts-Themed Products Bring Snoopy to Everyday Life
Minimalistic Wooden Trinkets
The Toys for Boys by James Perse Boast a Sleek Hipster Aesthetic
Wooden Toy Satellites
The Papofoxtrot Space Series Combines the Outdated With the Advanced
Salvaged Skater Sunglasses
The Diamond Supply Co. Recycled Skateboard Sunglasses are Vintage
Mind-Reading Decks
The Board of Imagination Moves From Your Thoughts
Pro Skateboarder Speaker Pairings
The Plan B Nixon Soundclash Project Features Pro-Skaters
Bloody Blade Toys
Scare the Dickens Out of Friends and Family with the Sawblade Throwing Disc
Poetic Skateboard Decks
The RAW Spring 2012 Board Graphics are Simple and Spunky
Exclusive Designer Wood Toys
The Yoshida & Co. Bearbrick Celebrates the Brand's 77th Anniversary
Adorable Kitty Meme Pendants
The Nyan Cat Necklace by Sugar and Vice Designs is Internet-Inspired
Satirically Therapeutic Skateboards
ANTIHERO Gives Riders Advice with 'Help Department' Decks
Supercharged Street Cruisers
The Gnarboard Electric Skateboard is a Speedy Mode of Transport
Tri-Hued Skater Gear
The 5boro X Carhartt SS 2012 Collection is Simple and Memorable
Iconic Music Magazine Decks
These Rolling Stone Skateboards are Shot by Baron Wolman
Bow-Shaped Bouncing Toys
The 4 Foot Bounce Pogo Stick Gives a New Design to an Old Plaything
Watercolor Skateboarder Films
The Matt Box 'Acid Drops' Short Sheds Artistic Light on the Sport
Reefer Skateboards
Cheech and Chong Skateboards Become Part of High Society
Cluttered Graphic Skate Decks
The Enjoi Skateboards 'Bless This Mess' Collection is Busy
Rapper-Rendered Skate Decks
The Pretty Toney Deck Bears Ghostface Killah's Likeness
Artistic Mosaic Skateboards
The HUF Haroshi Deck Brings Contemporary Art to Extreme Sports
Cute Critter Chew Toys
Timmy the Monkey Dog Toy Makes a Great Canine Companion