Meet the skateboarder behind some of Anchorage's most famous wall art | INDIE ALASKA
Meet the skateboarder behind some of Anchorage's most famous wall art | INDIE ALASKA
Since he was young, Ted Kim dedicated his life to skateboarding and making skateboarding movies – spending almost every day and night perfecting his craft. But at 25, a serious skateboarding injury left him feeling lost, and wondering if he would ever skate again. It was then he turned to art as a way of healing. From there, a new passion blossomed, inspiring him to work with murals. Using paint, pencils, and even Sharpie.
You can follow Ted’s art on his Instagram page here: https://www.instagram.com/good_drink/
Video and story by: Matt Faubion
Music by: Universal Production Music
Additional photos and videos provided by: Ted Kim
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Yo, Ted’s art (and skateboarding) are so sick. Love it.
I LOVE this episode so much.
Well if that ain’t great I don’t know what is. Thanks, Ted I love to see you grow. well said too. lots of feels and Matt F. great job
Ted Kim is so cool
Ted is one of my favorite artists! I absolutely love his work!!!!
Been a big fan of this guy since I found his youtube video "a Drawing" about 10 years ago. I’ve got a few prints of his on my wall, but I haven’t made it to Anchorage yet. Soon, one day.
LoL,You have talent use it too fully!! Love Your painting!!