On Saturday, May 18, 2019, the Deckaid pop-up art show had an open showing at the House of Vans in Chicago to present to the public their ever-expanding collection of art, photography, and unseen skateboards with donations going to support after-school programs for Chicago’s youth.
Not only was this show packed with onlookers, but this was also an extra special one for the reason that Chicago skateboard legend and ambassador Jesse Neuhaus could be presented with a limited run deck with artwork by Marc Mckee celebrating his Chicago roots.
Skateboarding is truly something special that breeds some unique and talented people on and off the board. It breeds creativity like no other, and that bleeds into our styles, arts, and friendships.
In skateboarding, it’s important to remember to always support your friends and local skate shops & scenes because this is ground zero for how events like this get started.
“Deckaid is a pop-up skateboard art exhibition which benefits youth-based charities. The show involves a growing collaboration of skateboard collectors whose archives have rarely, if ever, been accessible to public viewing. The show also features an ongoing photography series connecting skateboarders to their classic board graphics.” – from the Deckaid website
Thank you to the following people for putting their hard work in and support.
Deckaid @deckaid
Tim Anderson @bobshirt
Uprise Skate Shop @upriseskateshop
House of Vans @houseofvans
Jay Croft @streetcanoe
Marc McKee @marcmckee
Look back Library @lookbacklibrary
After school matters Chicago @afterschoolmatters
Words and Photos by Marfa Capodanno @Marfa_Capodanno
