# Positive Deck Designs Luis B-Boy Skateboard Art Meant to Encourage & Inspire By Allison Horner | Published 2009-07-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luis-b-boy0skateboard-designs References: [luisbboy](http://www.luisbboy.com/) & [trueskateboards](http://www.trueskateboards.com/index.php?option=com_rsgallery2&Itemid=26&catid=1&Itemid=26) The newest skateboard designs by Luis B Boy for True Skateboards (a skateboard company in Madrid) bring simple but powerful symbols and words to the forefront of inspiration. The communication lies in a message of truth, authenticity and optimism. As a graphic designer, Luis balances striking colors with basic designs to create a sporty street style. Luis B Boy’s graphic designs can be seen on the True Skateboards site and in publications like Shape SK8 Magazine. Plus, his innovative concepts are available on t-shirts and hoodies in themes that match his boards. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Graphic Skateboard Designs:** Opportunity for skateboard companies to collaborate with graphic designers to create innovative and inspiring skateboard designs. - **Street Style Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate sporty street style designs into their clothing lines. - **Authentic Communication:** Opportunity for brands to communicate their values of truth and authenticity through simple but powerful graphics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Skateboard Industry:** Opportunity for skateboard companies to collaborate with graphic designers to create innovative and inspiring skateboard designs. - **Fashion Industry:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate sporty street style designs into their clothing lines. - **Graphic Design Industry:** Opportunity for graphic designers to use their skills to create designs that communicate truth, authenticity, and optimism. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Psychedelic Skateboard Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-psychedelia.md) - [Unity-Promoting Family Skate Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/family-skate.md) - [Anniversary-Celebrating Arty Skateboard Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stevie-williams1.md) - [Limited-Edition Skateboard Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitededition-skateboard-deck.md) - [Skateboard-Inspired Stamp Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skateboard-inspired-stamp-collection.md) - [Pop Art Skateboard Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-skateroom-1.md) - [Skateboarding Heritage Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-through-skateboarding.md) - [Accessible First-Time Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redo-skateboards.md) - [Iconic Pop Art Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skateroom-x-andy-warhol-foundation.md)