We were happy to have collaborated with Vans on an event tied in with the Atiba Jefferson “United Through Skateboarding” collection. Here is a gallery of photos from the day…
Atiba Jefferson hosting the photography workshop before the group moved on to Southbank
We teamed up with Vans to host a creative workshop with Atiba Jefferson on Sunday, 12th October. This unique opportunity was opened up to twenty keen photographers looking to hone their skills behind the lens. During the workshop, Atiba broke down the nuts and bolts of his process, explaining the trust Canon camera equipment that facilitates each image he captures, his lighting techniques, and the setup required to shoot a good photo. After explaining these technicalities, the crew moved on to Southbank with Vans riders Helena Long and Jamie Platt in tow, prepared to provide some reliable tricks that Atiba’s study group could shoot. With Atiba on hand to critique and assist each photographer, everyone involved walked away with an improved technique, energised to continue. There were also prizes and giveaways from Vans and Marshall geared around a skate jam and a basketball hoop, so everyone in attendance was on a hype. Here are some more photos of what went down…
Atiba Jefferson assists a young lensman above the bank
Helena Long must have done a hundred frontside ollies for the lenses waiting
Atiba Jefferson setting up lights and shooting with the class
One photographer was inspired to use a bird’s-eye view to capture what was happening below
Class is in session, not many photography students get to learn from a master
Prizes from Vans and Marshall to reward tricks and baskets
Atiba Jefferson is no stranger to shooting layups, but one at Southbank is a first
Shop local, Dembo, with Slam staff stalwart Tygar Miles Smith
Atiba Jefferson on the mic, but always with a lens in hand
We want to thank Vans, Atiba, and everyone who came out on the day. It was awesome to be able to deliver a workshop like this, and we’re positive that anyone involved walked away with some valuable tips that will improve their photos to follow. We just released the second drop of Atiba’s “United Through Skateboarding” collection for Vans. Clicking on the two new shoes below will transport you to the product…
The Safe Low and Old Skool 36+ from the “United Through Skateboarding” collection
To coincide with this collection we also interviewed Atiba about some of the images of Vans riders he toured the globe exhibiting. Clicking on the self portrait of Atiba below will transport you to our editorial…
5000 Words: Atiba Jefferson Interview