I've seen a lot of graffiti, skulls, demons and dragons on skate decks, but seeing a happy family from the 50s such as the ones on these Future Past Skateboards is definitely something new.
Melbourne-based designer and artist Nick Thompson is the one coming out with these hilarious Future Past Skateboards. Each of the decks features the face of a single member of a stereotypical 50s nuclear family. Dad's smoking a cigarette, mom looks happy, the sister eats spaghetti with joy while the son eats a good old-fashioned PB&J. As if that's not awesome enough, Thompson adds an epic backdrop with a sci-fi feel to each of the skateboards as well.
The Future Past Skateboards will be available for purchase and can be pre-ordered at Thompson's website.
What's Driving This Trend
- Nuclear Family Skateboards
- Creating skateboard designs centered around nostalgic nuclear family imagery presents an opportunity to tap into consumers' appreciation for retro aesthetics.
- Retro-inspired Skateboard Art
- The use of 50s-inspired designs on skateboards allows for a unique and eye-catching product that appeals to both skateboard enthusiasts and vintage collectors.
- Sci-fi Skateboard Backdrops
- Incorporating sci-fi backdrops into skateboard designs provides a playful and unexpected twist that attracts a diverse audience of skateboarding and science fiction fans.
Who This Affects Most
- Skateboarding
- Skateboarding companies can capitalize on the trend of incorporating retro and nostalgic designs into their product offerings to attract new customers and expand their market share.
- Graphic Design
- Graphic designers specializing in skateboard art have an opportunity to create unique, visually striking designs that appeal to customers looking for something out of the ordinary.
- Pop Culture Merchandise
- Pop culture merchandise retailers can add Future Past Skateboards to their product lineup, offering customers a fun and novel way to express their interests and nostalgia.
