Workshop formats
Craft
Learn how to make your own skateboard
4 hours of discovery with Matty
Knowledge in skateboard design
Your handcrafted skateboard
£250
per personThe workshop in detail
In this workshop, Matty guides participants through the process of skateboard creation using Canadian maple ply.
The session begins with the application of adhesive to seven layers of premium Canadian maple ply, carefully aligning them to set the foundation of the deck.
The layers are then placed in a hydraulic press, which is an essential step to ensure durability and the correct concave shape.
After pressing comes shape customisation with the cutting of the deck, followed by carving to refine the profile and edges.
Once the shape is ready, participants will drill the truck holes for the wheels to be attached.
There is also an opportunity to engrave personalised artwork onto the deck to really personalise the board. If you have any desired designs please get in touch with Matty via email prior to the workshop so he can prepare!
The final touch is the application of varnish, sealing the artwork and safeguarding the wood, resulting in a glossy, professional finish.
Participants leave not only with the practical knowledge of deck-building but also with their very own skateboard, a tangible manifestation of their creativity and effort, ready to glide through the streets or be mounted as a piece of personal art.
Workshop location
The workshop is easily accessible by public transport.
Additional information
Language of the workshop
English
Practical information
Complimentary light snacks and refreshments will be provided during the workshop.
Meet Matty
Skateboard designer
Meet Matty, the heart and soul of Big Aye Skateboards. Trained as an artist and graphic designer, Matty took the skateboarding scene by storm in 2016 when he founded Big Aye Skateboards. With hands skilled in the art of crafting, Matty meticulously glues, cuts, shapes and finishes each skateboard, engraving them from premium Canadian maple veneer.
But it's not just about the board; it's about the ethos. Matty is driven by a passion for creating bespoke skateboards, each a testament to handcrafted perfection and individuality. His approach? Authenticity. Every skateboard is a blend of well-crafted, handmade artistry, fully customisable down to its shape and graphic.
Step into his workshop, and you're immediately enveloped in an authentic realm, brimming with equipment and materials, each telling tales of skateboards brought to life. Matty's spirit? Think of a fun-loving, easy-going expert with a dash of creative genius.
In a world of mass-produced boards, Matty stands out, enabling enthusiasts to not just ride, but to create their own skateboarding stories.
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