In an age where no one is certain of the future of print, yet we’re all seemingly starved for it, epic photo books have been dropping left and right. Right on time is Patrick O’Dell’s Epicly Later’d photo book—a collection of photos from his popular web log of the early aughts. 

Mostly NYC skateboarding, culture, and late nights, but also featuring road trips, musicians and more, these photos of times before cell phones and social media are near and dear to our hearts. Pre-order the book here and stay tuned to O’Dell’s IG for more info.

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„My webzone has been adapted into a book 😲. It’s an autobiography, it’s a party blog, a romance novel, an episode, a qualification“

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„In 2004, well before the advent of social media as a global phenomenon, photographer Patrick O’Dell launched the celebrated blog Epicly Later’d. Dedicated to documenting the adventure and mayhem of the NYC skate/music/downtown scene, the site distinguished itself with its offhand wit, its irreverent cast of characters, and an intimate photo-diary format years ahead of its time. Nearly two decades later, the impact of O’Dell’s work can be appreciated in full: its influence is now apparent across photo, art, and skate culture, and the original photographs still astonish. Compiled by O’Dell and editor Jesse Pearson, Epicly Later’d collects the best of the blog into a body of work that’s evocative, funny, and wildly compelling.

Patrick O’Dell is a photographer, photo editor, filmmaker, and skateboarder from Columbus, Ohio. In addition to the creation of the seminal photoblog Epicly Later’d, his work includes serving as a photographer for Thrasher magazine and photo editor for Vice. He also created and produced the webshow and television adaptations of Epicly Later’d, and is an acclaimed director of music videos and the film Dumb: The Story of Big Brother Magazine.“

Related: Patrick O’Dell Sits Down On The Nine Club And Talks The Rise And Fall of Epicly Later’d (And Much More)

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Beautiful Losers is back with another drop you’re going to want for your collection: New Psychedelia, a set of limited edition skateboards with acclaimed artist Kelsey Brookes. This collection is released on the occasion of his exhibition „Gradient Paintings,“ currently on view at Quint Gallery in La Jolla, California.

This collection is one run only and will not be made again. The order window opens October 1 and closes October 21.

The collection features Brooke’s signature and intricately detailed psychedelic paintings. Each skateboard is fully hand dipped in a base coat of lacquer, giving a sculptural quality to each piece. The collection is available individually and as a set.

Kelsey Brookes is a former scientist who uses his background in biological and empirical methodology to develop his studio practice. In his practice, Brookes adopts ideas found in logic and natural systems, such as molecular and atomic structures or number sequences, to build compositions that blur boundaries between the analytic and the creative. This approach drives the foundation of lively and colorful work that is both meticulously crafted and conceptually rigorous. His intricate paintings and sculptures find a unique balance within the juxtaposition of subjectivity and objectivity, as well as theory and aesthetic. Brookes dives into the discoveries of physicians, mathematicians, and chemists as only a scientist is capable, and, through the use of color and form, expresses this knowledge to the world in an abstract and luminous manner as only an artist is capable. Embodying an experimental nature that is mutual of science and art, Brookes is constantly growing his practice, whether it be through the exploration of unfamiliar media, or the employment of a new technique to further his study and anomalous presentation of biochemical substances.

Brookes has had solo exhibitions in La Jolla, Los Angeles, New York, Detroit, London and Berlin. His work was featured as the cover art for the Red Hot Chili Peppers‘ “I’m With You Sessions” (2013) records and The Flaming Lips‘ “The Time Has Come to Shoot You Down… What a Sound” LP (2013). His work belongs in esteemed private collections, as well as the public permanent collections of the Museum of Contemporary Art, San Diego, the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, and the Frederick R. Weisman Foundation, among others. 

SEE THE COLLECTION

Related: Slick x Beautiful Losers Collection, T-shirts, Skateboard Decks, and Prints Now Available

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We’re used to short but sweet edits these days, but this new ‚Quick Cuts‘ clip from Trey Wade for Pepper Grip packs a serious punch! Between his impressive pop and smooth style, Trey didn’t skip a beat and absolutely delivered here. Take a look:

„Trey Wade left Austin, Texas for the Summer and came to Los Angeles for a stint in the sweltering streets to bring this Quick Cut to life,“ Pepper mentioned in the description. Tacking on, „Trey rides our Pepper G5 black formula grip exclusively,“ for good measure.

Related: Andrew Wilson Tears Through Long Island City’s ‚Mosquito Beach‘ in New Pepper Grip Edit

The Pepper team is stacked! Trey’s certainly in good company rolling around with this squad and for good reason. Technical ledge lines, switch skills that would make anyone a little envious and an eye for unique spots all the same—Trey definitely didn’t waste any time during this visit. Solid stuff! 

Look for Pepper grip at your local shop or online at mesaskatesupply.com. 

Related: Watch: Andrew Allen Hits the LA Streets for Pepper Grip

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