# Distorted Neon Decks Apparatu and Alex Trochut's 'Skate Fails' Break Down Skateboards By Matt Ho | Published 2010-12-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apparatu-alex-trochut-skateboards References: [urban-gear](http://urban-gear.com/streetwear/apparatu-x-alex-trochut-“skate-fails”/) Spanish artists Apparatu and Alex Trochut have collaborated to create a series of ceramic skateboards entitled 'Skate Fails.' Staying true to the name, the artists bend, break, melt and distort skateboards in different shapes and sizes to create one-of-a-kind artworks. Each piece has been plated with silver, gold, and aluminum for color and effect. 'Skate Fails' is a unique art series that manipulates these skate decks' natural shapes in order to create something interesting and unique. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ceramic Skateboards:** Exploring the use of ceramics in skateboard design and customization can lead to innovative and durable skate products. - **Artistic Distortion:** Utilizing distortion techniques in art and design can create visually striking and thought-provoking artworks across various mediums. - **Mixed-media Sculpture:** Experimenting with unconventional materials and techniques in sculpture can result in captivating and unconventional art pieces. ### Where This Applies - **Skateboarding:** Skateboarding industry can explore the integration of ceramics and other non-traditional materials in the creation of skateboards for enhanced performance and aesthetics. - **Art:** Art industry professionals can incorporate distortion techniques and unconventional materials to foster creativity and evoke unique emotions in their artworks. - **Sculpture:** The sculpture industry can embrace the use of mixed-media and experimental techniques to push boundaries and create innovative and captivating sculptures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Psychedelic Skateboard Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-psychedelia.md) - [Artful Skateboard Deck Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kraftwerk-collection.md) - [Pop Art Skateboard Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-skateroom-1.md) - [Broken-Aesthetic Sculpture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brokenaesthetic-sculpture-collection.md) - [Blue Silkscreen Skateboard Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kai-and-sunny-1.md) - [Skateboard-Inspired Stamp Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skateboard-inspired-stamp-collection.md) - [Upcycled Object Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Anniversary-Celebrating Arty Skateboard Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stevie-williams1.md) - [Skateable Cardboard Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-chaos.md)