The timeless, heavy-metal inspired typography of the Independent Trucks logo and the classic Santa Cruz "Dot." 3. Rock Art: The Sound and the Fury
Iconic, character-driven deck graphics for legendary riders like Rob Roskopp (the evolving Roskopp monster series), Jeff Grosso (the toy box), Christian Hosoi, and Natas Kaupas.
The Ultimate Guide to Jim Phillips: 40 Years of Surf, Skate, and Rock Art Phillips immersed himself in the psychedelic rock scene,
During the late 1960s and 1970s, Northern California was the epicenter of the musical universe. Phillips immersed himself in the psychedelic rock scene, creating promotional posters for iconic venues like the Fillmore and the Avalon Ballroom.
We could also look into the history of other artists who worked alongside him. Alternatively, I can provide a breakdown of how the Screaming Hand influenced modern streetwear branding. Share public link Share public link Surf, Skate & Rock Art
Surf, Skate & Rock Art of Jim Phillips spans 40 years of California counterculture, showcasing the artist's iconic skateboard graphics, rock posters, and surf illustrations. The collection highlights his tenure as Art Director for Santa Cruz Skateboards, featuring seminal work like the "Screaming Hand" and designs for the Roskopp and Slasher series. You can explore the full collection of his work at retailers like Amazon.
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Long before he revolutionized skateboarding, Phillips was a surfer capturing the essence of the ocean. His surf art reflects the laid-back yet exhilarating lifestyle of Northern California.
If you have seen a yellow t-shirt with a disembodied, cartoon hand ripping apart its own palm as it skateboards, you have seen the "Screaming Hand." Phillips drew this in 1985 for NHS (Santa Cruz Skateboards). It became the Nike Swoosh of skateboarding. Within the PDF, you would see the evolution of that hand—from a simple pen sketch to the iconic screaming, bleeding character that terrified and thrilled 80s teenagers.