The subculture of skateboarding that professionalized in the 80s and 90s to become a multimillion-dollar empire largely came about because of a mid-70s California drought. Skaters capitalized on the new wealth of empty pools and concrete canals, pioneering daring new tricks and turning the pastime into a truly athletic endeavor, “with stylish, fluid, surfing-inspired moves.” … Continue reading "Hugh Holland’s Sun-Drenched Photos of California Skaters, 1975-78"