Video: Jeremy Fish Lecture at SFAI- May 2, 2012

SFAI alumnus and local artist Jeremy Fish returned to Chestnut Street to celebrate the end of the 2011-2012 academic year and discuss the development of his career as a painter and illustrator. In the 40 minute video Jeremy discusses how he got into illustration, the influence of skateboarding and his ongoing relationship with the industry, his time studying and working at SFAI, the relationships he developed early on in SF’s gallery scene, the city’s rich history, the stories behind some of his works, his collaborations with Indonesian wood carver Nyoman Sedayatana, an amazing story about Mike Giant and much more. I’ve met Jeremy several times and he’s a super sweet and interesting cat to talk to, the lecture is well worth your time so grab a drink, kick back and do your self a favor and watch the whole thing. Presented by The History and Theory of Contemporary Art Department.

Video: Work in Skateboarding

This a really great idea that deserves your attention,  I really wish something like this existed when I was a kid growing up…

 “Work in skateboarding is an educational video website that shows the diversity of jobs in skateboarding, their accessibility and how similar roles can apply to other sport industries.

The plan is for the site to act as a resource for kids who are beginning to plan their career paths and are unaware of all the different job options within skateboarding.

The main goal of the website is to invest in the next generation of skateboarding, nurturing their growth and creativity and supplying them with information they can use to become a part of the industry.” Click HERE to support the project and learn about some perks that come with donating.