Jacob Yikes - Skate Deck | Freestyle

This skate deck by New Zealand artist Jacob Yikes is one of over 40 one-off original skatedecks that were designed by artists for Limn Gallery's first show of 2023 - FREESTYLE.

This one-of-a-kind original work has been produced using acrylic and water colour on board.

Featuring over 50 talented artists from around New Zealand, FREESTYLE features a blend of original artwork on skateboard decks, sculptures, and a series of photographs by award winning photographer, Petra Leary.

This unique and dynamic showcase of creativity is a celebration of the intersection of skateboarding and art, two distinct forms of self-expression that have long been intertwined. FREESTYLE aims to highlight the unique ways in which artists have interpreted the relationship between these two forms of expression.

Each skatedeck in the show is a canvas for the artist to express their own unique style, techniques and perspectives, resulting in a diverse and eclectic collection of pieces.

Size: 210mm (W) x 800mm (H)

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About The Artist:

Jacob Yikes is a painter and illustrator based in Christchurch. He is highly active in the street art and mural scene, participating in numerous festivals and exhibitions over the past seven years. In addition to his outdoor work, Jacob also creates illustrations and paintings in his home studio. His large mixed media works on paper and wooden panels often take a deeply personal approach, depicting elements of his own life. Utilizing various wet mediums in a freestyle manner, Jacob taps into his subconscious mind, resulting in bizarre compositions of strange figures and symbolism within a surrealistic, sometimes nightmarish world.