Posts Tagged ‘Make It Count’
Make It Count European Skateboard Contest Series 2010
March 6th, 2010 / 1 Comment » / by Jonathan Young
The European leg of the “Make It Count” contest series by Element Skateboards and many other sponsors kicks off today in Leipzig, Germany at the “Heizhaus” skate park. Find out where else and when the othe contests in this European series are taking place. Read more…
The Element Story – Make It Count: Earth
December 10th, 2009 / 1 Comment » / by Jonathan Young
In the final chapter of the “Make It Count” series of four episodes entitled ‘Earth’, the Element Skateboards story is rounded up in just over 30 minutes of footage so bring some time with you. Here’s how Element describes this last part:
“The tree continues to grow, continually embracing the landscape of skateboarding, and the lifestyle that surrounds it, always respecting it’s deepest roots. From team riders to advocates, product to marketing; Element’s mission is to lead not follow, and leave an imprint deep enough, that it continues to make the world a better place.”
» check out the Element Skateboards website
Make It Count – The Element Story Part 2 – Water
October 7th, 2009 / No Comments » / by Jonathan Young
The next part (2 of 4) of the Element Skateboards story is right here for your visual pleasure! In creating Chapter 2 of 4, “WATER” Kirk Dianda (director) interviewed Johnny Schillereff (Element founder & president), Andy Howell (New Deal co-founder & Underworld founder), and a small cast of influential characters. Through their interviews, Underworld’s inception and demise is explained, along with a historical look into a unique era within skateboarding.
Elements Make It Count – Chapter 1 WIND
August 4th, 2009 / No Comments » / by Jonathan Young
MAKE IT COUNT is a four-part documentary, which showcases Element’s defining moments and delves into its compelling story. From its humble beginnings, to a forward thinking global brand, this film covers two decades of stories and imagery.
In creating Chapter 1 of 4, “WIND” Kirk Dianda (director) followed Johnny Schillereff (Element founder & president) and dug into his history, interviewing the very people that have shaped his life and the company. The opening and closing sequences give you a small taste of the diverse community of people interviewed for the entire project, topics covered, and nostalgia that was un-earthed.
Each chapter of MAKE IT COUNT will be released on the 1st of each month:
WIND – August 1st, 2009
WATER – September 1st, 2009
FIRE – October 1st, 2009
EARTH – November 1st, 2009
Element Skateboards Make It Count
May 30th, 2009 / No Comments » / by Jonathan Young
Going hjand in hand withe the latest section here on Europeskate which will portray the people behind the skateboard companies and who makes up the team, Element Skateboards has put together a trailer for their upcoming “Make It Count” video which showcases Element’s defining moments. From the very beginnings to a forward thinking global brand as they state it on their own site.
The full length film will release for free on the Element site as of August 1st, 2009. I’m looking forward to – more than just a few top skaters have helped form this brand.
August 27, 2010: Ricardo Batista
August 22, 2010: Jonas Wedelstädt
August 21, 2010: bill Danforth
