The Noah Abrams 'Skateistan' Spread Captures Afghani Subculture
Allison Love — May 27, 2010 — Pop Culture
References: lifelounge & notcot.org
The Noah Abrams 'Skateistan' skateboard spread exposes a subculture unknown to most of the western world. I know I associate the country with images of a war zone and swirling tumbleweeds in the desert sand. Noah Abrams, however, has captured these amazing pictures to show the emerging skateboard culture in Afghanistan and give the world a glimpse beyond what we see in the news.
The Noah Abrams Skateistan spread features Afghani skateboarders in a series of locations around the country, which shows not only the beautiful scenery, but also local skateboarders doing their thing.
The Noah Abrams Skateistan spread features Afghani skateboarders in a series of locations around the country, which shows not only the beautiful scenery, but also local skateboarders doing their thing.
Trend Themes
1. Skateboarding Subcultures - There is an opportunity to explore and document subcultures related to skateboarding in different regions around the world.
2. Documentary Photography - Documentary photographers can capture unique and lesser-known cultures to provide a different perspective and challenge stereotypes.
3. Emerging Skateboard Culture - The emergence of skateboard culture in unlikely places presents a unique opportunity for the skateboarding industry to expand and cater to new markets.
Industry Implications
1. Skateboarding - The skateboarding industry can tap into unexplored markets and collaborate with local communities to promote the sport and its related products.
2. Photography - Photographers specializing in documentary photography can find new opportunities to capture unique and undiscovered subcultures.
3. Tourism - The travel and tourism industry can highlight unique skateboarding destinations to attract adventure-seeking tourists to offbeat locations.
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