Closing essay: "Why These Images Still Matter"
This volume is a comprehensive retrospective celebrating four decades of work by Jim Phillips, a legendary icon in graphic design. Phillips is best known as the primary artist for , where he defined the visual identity of skate culture in the 1980s and 90s.
"Surf, Skate & Rock Art of Jim Phillips: 40 Years of Surf, Skate and Rock Art" is a 2003 retrospective documenting the extensive career of California graphic artist Jim Phillips, featuring his iconic designs for Santa Cruz Skateboards, surf culture, and rock posters. The collection highlights Phillips' influential work from 1962 onward, including the famous "Screaming Hand" logo and numerous deck graphics that defined youth subculture imagery. Detailed information can be found at Schiffer Publishing . Surf, Skate & Rock Art of Jim Phillips - Amazon.com Closing essay: "Why These Images Still Matter" This
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For a kid in Ohio who has never seen the Pacific Ocean, this PDF is their window into a dream. For a punk in London, it is a history book of rebellion. For a graphic designer, it is a cheat code for energy. For a punk in London, it is a history book of rebellion
: Follows his journey from Santa Cruz to Mexico and Florida. Rolling (1970–1977) : Focuses on the roots of skateboarding art. The Roaring 80s (1979–1989)
In the 1970s and 80s, as the Art Director for NHS, Inc. (the parent company of Santa Cruz Skateboards), Phillips created a visual empire. He single-handedly designed the brand identity for Santa Cruz, including the famous "Classic Dot" logo and the absolute icon of the sport: The Screaming Hand. Includes rare sketches
This PDF showcases the legendary four-decade career of Jim Phillips, one of the most influential artists in surf, skate, and rock culture. From iconic Santa Cruz Skateboards screaming hand graphics to psychedelic rock posters and surf art, the collection spans 1970–2010. Includes rare sketches, finished illustrations, logo designs, and behind-the-scenes stories from the artist himself. A visual archive of counterculture art that defined generations of board sports and punk/metal aesthetics.