I'm learning to ride the bowls. I can do the lil one, but much needed practice till I hit the bigger one.
Take a peak at me learning
And then Kilgar shreddin'
Take a peak at me learning
And then Kilgar shreddin'
TMZ Claims Tupac Is Alive
WTF? Is that Tupac or what because it sure as hell looks like him. I am a HUGE Tupac fan and the whole story fascinates me. Anyways the photos were taken in New Orleans at a night club.. and they are recent, see the new Miller beer can. I did a little research and it looks like the photo could be of this dude Josh Harraway.
Yup, Josh Harraway looks a lot like Tupac and has been spotted on a number of occasions decked out in full Tupac style. Back in March, Josh showed up at a Lil Wayne concert and caused a bit of commotion amongst the people near him.
So maybe TMZ is just trying to get us to their site? Well leave a dead man alone if he is dead! Maybe we will get more proof later on.. I dunno, you think you could google "Tupac's grave site" and get a bunch of the same picture... not the case.
I only got these two pics, that conflict... where is his damn body?
Here are some reasons people believe Tupac is alive:
1. 2Pac began calling himself Makaveli. Machiavelli was an Italian war strategist who advocated faking one's death to fool their enemies. 2Pac was a fan of Machiavelli and had read his books. Perhaps 2Pac is taking his advice?
(But that is not all Machiavelli did, Nicolo Machiavelli was a political, military theorist, historian, playwright, diplomat, and military planner. He is well known today. Some of his works are "The Prince" (1513), and The Art of War (1521). NOTE: Bone Thugs 'N' Harmony's new double album which features 2Pac is called "The Art Of War." Coincedence Or Not???)
2. 2Pac was cremated the day after he died. Since when does some one get cremated the day after a murder? There was no autopsy. Plus, no one can ask to dig up his grave like they wanted to do with Elvis and like they did with Abraham Lincoln.
(An autopsy picture "leaked" onto the Internet, click here to take a look. However, this could easily be a fake picture.)
3. 2Pac has completed several movies and new albums and keeps on appearing on new artist's albums. (Many of the unheard songs 2Pac has completed are unreleased and not on any albums) Why would he do so much at one time??? With so many people upset about 2Pac's death, literally anything connected with him is bound to net a whole lot of cash,
(Yet 2Pac had big plans for 'Makaveli Records'. This may be why he's completed so many songs. Makaveli Records is the the new record company 2Pac planned on doing with "Tha Outlaw Immortalz". He was leaving Death Row Records. Suge Knight could have killed 2Pac so they could get all the money. 2Pac's mother is currently suing Death Row Records for this money.)
4. In a 1994 interview with Tupac, he said before he went to prison that if he was ever sent to prison when he came out he would be worse than before. He was. He also said when he came out it would be like he was reborn. Was he speaking literally? He already died and he was worse when he came out of jail, plus Tupac switched his rapping name from 2Pac to Makaveli, that could be considered a rebirth, all that's left is a physical rebirth (A sighting) and so far he's already completed more than half of this prophecy.
5. The cover of 2Pac's latest album, Makaveli, features 2Pac posed as Jesus Christ, Could he be planning a resurrection?
(Death Row Records probably did this for the publicity. It just adds to the whole 2Pac alive stuff which has been getting the album more sales.)
6. Las Vegas is a payoff city, meaning all sorts of folks have been known to be on the take. That means doctors, press, lawyers, etc.
(This works both ways, The payoff city Las Vegas could be a factor in either 2Pac faking his death OR Suge Knight killing him.)
7. The producer on the new Makaveli album is simply "SIMON." This was the apostle who helped Jesus carry the cross and one of the first to witness his resurrection. Could Suge be SIMON?
8. There are many numerological coincidences. Tupac was gunned down exactly seven months after All Eyez On Me was released. The number seven keeps coming up too. He was shot on September 7th and survived on 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, and died the 13th. This could explain the title of his new album, "The Don Killuminati: The 7 day theory." 2pac was 25. His age adds up to 7 (2 + 5). Even his time of death, 4:03, adds up to 7 (4 + 0 + 3). Also, on track five on the Makaveli album the voice at the begining says "And if the Lord returns in the coming seven days, then we'll see ya next time." He even talks about the number 7 on his album! There are more 'coincidences' too, The newest is on his brand new double album entitled "R U Still Down?". This album was released on November 25th. 2 + 5 = 7. The 7 day theory continues! What's with this?Huh
9. Inside the cover of 2Pac's newest album, it reads "Exit: 2pac, Enter: Makaveli" as if 2pac has died and Makaveli born. There is also that statement by 2Pac saying when he came out it would be like he was reborn. (Refer to #4)
10. 2Pac's video 'I Ain't Mad At Ya' foretold his death , 2Pac dies in that video, then a new video came out under the name "Makaveli". Its just like 2Pac died in "I Ain't Mad At Cha", and Makaveli was born in "Toss It Up". Exit 2Pac Enter: Makaveli. It all makes sense.
11. In the video "Toss It Up", 2Pac is supposedly wearing some Penny Hardaway sneakers which were not available at the time of his death!!!! Also, some say in the video "Live & Die In LA" when 2Pac jumps in the car you see that he is wearing some Michael Jordan sneakers which were not available at the time of his death!
(If 2pac is dead, then his double is doing his new videos, So, that explains the shoes!)
12. In Tupac's song "Life of an Outlaw" on the album The 7 Day Theory, he says "All for the street fame on how to be managed, 6 months in advance to what we plotted, approved to go on swole and now I got it"-Life Of An Outlaw. This implies that Tupac planned his "death" in advance and now he is enjoying the success of his plan.
13. 2Pac always wore a bulletproof vest but for some strange reason he didn't wear one this time, why not?
(I've heard Suge Knight was caught on surveilance cameras at the fight telling 2Pac to take off the vest 'cause it was hot in there. If this is true, why would Suge Knight not want 2Pac wearing his vest???)
14. The memorial services that were open to the public were canceled in both Los Angeles and Atlanta.
(This could be in the request of family or friends. It's quite possible.)
15. 2Pac's vehicle got shot 12 times and Suge didn't get hit once, He was 'grazed' by a bullet, Why did 2Pac get shot all those times and Suge not get hit?
16. The white Cadillac containing the assailants was never found, How could this be when Vegas is in the middle of a desert?
17. Las Vegas is in the middle of the desert. How come there was no helicopter chase? If some one were to rob a casino, the LVPD would've chased you down with some helicopters, . How come this didn't happen with 2Pac shooting?
18. A shooting involving Snoop Doggy Dogg occurred close to the release of his album Doggystyle which made Snoop appear more "real" and showed that he really was a gangsta. The shooting gave him respect because everyone that bought his album believed what he was talking about. Within one week of its release, Doggystyle went platinum. Snoop is signed to the same label as Tupac which is Death Row Records.
19. Suge said he drove 2Pac to the hospital and they had a coherent conversation? How bad was 2Pac hit? In addition to all this , there are conflicting stories claiming that Quincy Jone's daughter was in the back of the car, and then she wasn't, what's the deal for real?
20. Have you seen the video of the song "Smile" by Scarface and Makaveli?? I have heard it's not 2Pac in that video. It is the look-alike from Ohio. (That's why '2Pac' never looks at the camera) The video starts out showing a car just like the one 2Pac got shot in, and the car of course has bullet holes in it! You then hear garbled words and then they show 2Pac (Makaveli) up posing as Jesus Christ again! That's Twice! Once on the album & now in this video! HuhHuhHuh
This is where I work... and where Powell makes skateboards
DNA Ghetto Fabulous photo shoot, preview...
Last Sunday I did an awesome photo shoot with some very talented peeps. I can't wait to see the professional pictures, but in the meantime, here is a sneak peak.
Styling, Wardrobe, Concept, Art Direction: Mike Rojas, Jenna Stevenson, Caterina Caligiuri
Photography & Digital Artwork: Derren Ohanian & Ana Cardenas & the DNA Imagery crew
PROPS to everyone for making it happen! Stay tuned.
Styling, Wardrobe, Concept, Art Direction: Mike Rojas, Jenna Stevenson, Caterina Caligiuri
Photography & Digital Artwork: Derren Ohanian & Ana Cardenas & the DNA Imagery crew
PROPS to everyone for making it happen! Stay tuned.
Santa Barbara Fair and Expo
Last night I went to the fair. It has been a couple of years since the last time I went... but let me tell you, it was hella fun. I was so entertained by everything, I suggest going, good times. Spec the pics below
Bratty kids are the best.
Bratty kids are the best.
IV Skate Park Proposal Plans
IV Skate Park proposal plans... check them out. They are subject to change but a good glimpse of what may be coming... Now SB get the fucking CASH to make it happen!
I want to go skating on my lunch breaks LOL
Email me if you want a PDF version to look closely at.
Coachella High Lights
This year I did not go to Coachella, but I am jealous for all the following reasons... See you tube videos below. I have been once before, and let me tell you, it was one of the greatest experiences of my whole life. I strongly recommend it... and here is why
1. Music makes you feel like you are on drugs, when you really aren't- just the natural high. You body releases endorphins when it hears and feels the vibrations of music that you like.
2. Coachella is way more organized and clean than you would assume. When you get there- you are like woah, this is sick, way organized, professional, and overall A + on set up. No mud throwing hippies... just pure hipsters... well maybe some hippies :)
3. The warm weather gives you good feelings too.. you can wear oober fashions and still be sexy
4. The vibes are great. And you get to see mad peeps from all over! Lots Cali kids in the house
TRV$AM (Travis Barker callabo with DJ Am Mixing) & Warren G
MSTRKRFT- EZ LOVE
MSTRKRFT Ft John Legend... Green Light... This one is MY FAVORITE... and spawns the most jealousy for not being there. The second song half way into it is SO GOOD
The Bloody Beat Roots ft Steve Aoki
And Some pics from last year that detail my fun level
1. Music makes you feel like you are on drugs, when you really aren't- just the natural high. You body releases endorphins when it hears and feels the vibrations of music that you like.
2. Coachella is way more organized and clean than you would assume. When you get there- you are like woah, this is sick, way organized, professional, and overall A + on set up. No mud throwing hippies... just pure hipsters... well maybe some hippies :)
3. The warm weather gives you good feelings too.. you can wear oober fashions and still be sexy
4. The vibes are great. And you get to see mad peeps from all over! Lots Cali kids in the house
TRV$AM (Travis Barker callabo with DJ Am Mixing) & Warren G
MSTRKRFT- EZ LOVE
MSTRKRFT Ft John Legend... Green Light... This one is MY FAVORITE... and spawns the most jealousy for not being there. The second song half way into it is SO GOOD
The Bloody Beat Roots ft Steve Aoki
And Some pics from last year that detail my fun level
laggin sorry
Sorry! I have been lagging so hard on the blog spot. I just got my digital back and should be back in action this week... so stay tuned! DNA photo shoot going to be up also...shit was freshhhh
Till then! xoxxo Kitty Cat
Till then! xoxxo Kitty Cat
Marvel Babes
Fierce!!!
Drawing inspiration from Sex And The City, Marvel Comics is planning to release Marvel Divas in July, a limited series featuring the most ferosh female heroes Marvel has to offer!
Co-creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa described the series as "a way to have some sudsy fun and lift the curtain a bit and take a peep at our most fabulous super heroines."
The series will also tackle what it's like "to be a woman in an industry dominated by testosterone and guns." oh yeah and "video games"
Sounds hot and sexy me like like like these!!!
All the gay comic book nerds just shot a load!
Source: Perez Hilton
Beware Of The Humans Art Show
On Saturday night, the Lobero Theatre was where it was at! Beware Of The Humans is a clothing line by Joe Beraldo, another 805 hommie that was the main feature of the show, as well as the theme surrounding the event. Joe hand picked a group of talented SB locos to show case their work at the famous theater. See the pics below...
Evol from The Seventh Letter Crew down in Los Angeles came up. This painting/ drawing of the pit bull was probably my favorite. Mad skillz.
Beware Of The Humans clothing on lock deez.
The zombie Pin Up by Ben Kendall. Sicki to the gnar.
I would have to say that this one was the hit of the night, again more works out of talented Ben Kendall. His realism is off the charts. More pictures to come of the live painting...stay tuned.
Powell FUN! Premeir
This past Tuesday we premiered our first video in almost 8 years, FUN! There are so many never before seen tricks & records, I think that this one is going to be a banger!! It was very well received at Cow Town at the Phoenix Am last weekend, and the Powell team has been on the road traveling & premiering/ promoting it all over the west coast! It was awesome to have everyone in house and thank you all for coming!
Hahah DYET is funny dude.
Skateboarding's oldest photographer Grant Britton showed up from the The Skateboard Mag.
SOC Artist and former Shorty's Art Director and Team Manager Billy Bakker, CEO GAP, The Gnar, & Sherlock.
Hush... looks like I am not the only one into 'manga'
UK graphic designer/illustrator Hush opened up his solo show, entitled Veiled Beauty, the other day at FIFTY24SF Gallery in San Francisco. The exhibition featured a healthy amount of new paintings inspired by graphic-novels, animation, graphic-design, graffiti art, urban art and contemporary painting. Of course the Manga influence is clearly present with his female characters juxtaposed along mixed media layering techniques including spray paint, paper and screen print. Having already sold out shows in Los Angeles and New York, Hush brings his artistic mastery to the city by the bay for a short period. Veiled Beauty will remain open to the public until the 26th of this month.
FIFTY24SF Gallery
248 Fillmore Street
San Francisco, CA 94117
Source: HypeBeast
Floatopia Isla Vista 2009
Did anyone attend this? I forget why people associate Santa Barbara with parties sometimes, but then I am reminded. Kinda wish I went to see some drunk beezies doing some funny stuff. Heard it was a rager. Next year's concessions on me = $$$ hahaha
The Hundreds Spring 09
The Hundreds is always coming out with sweet street gear. I know homeboy Mike Dirt is a fan, as am I, but my SOC homeboy Nizz showed me something that I had to blog about- the "Frankenchola" tee. Too good to be true- mixing my favorites, gangster/horror/pin-up/tatoo. Good shit. I want it.
Love the socks!
Pin Up Love
Love the socks! Pin Up Love
Sylvia Ji at Corey Helford
Sylvia Ji (Juxtapoz #80) has been holed up in her Southern California-based studio for months, working on paintings for her new solo show, Haute Epoch, with Corey Helford Gallery. Haute Epoch is the latest from the artist known for her drop dead gorgeous renderings of mysterious female characters that appear as if they just stepped out of a swanky Dia de Los Muertos celebration.Haute Epoch opens next Saturday, April 11th, 2009 at Corey Helford. Do what you need to do to be there, because this promises to be a hauntingly beautiful and fun opening. Details at www.coreyhelfordgallery.com
Source: Juxtapoz Mag