On this audio episode of The Plug w/ Justin Jay we are proud to present Stacy Peralta - a true pioneer of skateboarding...
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In the mid 1970s, journalist and artist Craig Stecyk began chronicling of a group of young rebellious skaters from the streets of Venice and Santa Monica. Blending surfing’s fluid style with aggressive innovation, Stacy Peralta and a handful of other skateboarders would become known as the Z-Boys—a name that would leave an indelible mark on skate history.
After a successful career as a pro skater, he co-founded Powell Peralta Skateboards—one of the most iconic skate brands of all time. He later directed several acclaimed documentaries, including Dogtown and Z-Boys, Riding Giants, and Bones Brigade: An Autobiography, cementing his legacy as one of the sport’s most influential figures.
Recently, he began a new chapter as a fine art painter, drawing inspiration from the objects that shaped his life. His still-life paintings capture vintage decaying skateboards, worn-down trucks, clay wheels, and other skate artifacts—items that many people might consider junk. But to him, they hold a deeper meaning and significance. Just as the Z-Boys had the vision to transform abandoned pools and cracked asphalt into skate-able terrain, he’s once again found beauty and value in what others discard.
Don’t miss this conversation with Skateboard Hall of Fame member and true icon of skate culture.
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