Contributions
Ryder McLaughlin taught himself magic while listening to DEVO
Skateboarding has left a deep impact on popular culture. One of the most significant impressions of the art form in recent years is felt in the success of Mikey Alfred’s North Hollywood. The film, starring Vince Vaughn and Miranda Cosgrove, brought contemporary skateboarding onto the screen and won the attention of Pharrell Williams. It was […]
Turnstile connects with friends Will Yip and Atiba Jefferson
Turnstile have consistently been at the forefront of music. The group have continued to revisit their hardcore roots, even as they push the genre in previously unexpected directions. This creativity bleeds into their entire approach, leading them to construct innovative music videos, unique campaign rollouts and inspiring collaborations. For this reason, it’s no surprise […]
Atiba Jefferson outlines his process behind the lens
Each month, AP Gallery takes a deep dive into visual culture. We explore music videos and photographs, as well as images that shape the world more broadly. Our discussions go backstage and on set, revealing the vision, the sudden inspiration or the snap decisions that helped to mold iconic images in music, skateboarding, sports and […]
Elvia shares her fashion influences, pop culture inspirations and more
Elvia is an artist—in every sense of the word. But in addition to her bare-bones approach to creating music with her partner Idris Vicuña (professionally known as Eyedress), she’s also a dedicated mother, clothing designer, visionary and more. With a handful of songs to her name, including “COTTON CANDY SKIES,” the gentle ballad she penned […]
HE Creative are illustrating the evolution of the punk scene
Don’t be fooled: HE Creative are doing exactly what you think they’re doing when you glance over their Instagram feed for the first time—creating a normalized space for punk rock, female empowerment, diversity and more. Designed in various shades of muted hues, HE Creative are using their creative design studio as a means to elevate […]
Yvette Young talks painting, collaborating artistically with WILLOW and more
You wouldn’t know it from hearing her play, but Yvette Young of Covet yearned to abandon her classical music upbringing and used to sneak out of the art classroom to compose songs. While Young eventually found her way into rock music, the artist still fluidly draws from her extensive background in classical music and fine […]
Sean Wotherspoon’s World - Round Two, Vintage, adidas and more
Co-founder of the vintage shop Round Two, designer of 2018’s most popular sneaker of the year, YouTube phenomenon, avid collector—Sean Wotherspoon may be all of these things, but this multi-hyphenate individual goes far beyond the accolades on his resume. While Wotherspoon may not fit the stereotypical mold of what’s considered to be an “artist,” his […]
Kane Caples knows inclusivity starts with self-acceptance and community
Kane Caples is a multifaceted personality who is transforming every project they touch. Caples is a passionate skateboarder, working to promote the sport and the community more broadly. They have also made a major effect through fashion, interviews and the culture at large, appearing with a diverse range of platforms, from Thrasher and Vanity Fair […]