AKO x JOE

while walking in the streets, we saw this painting of Joe Strummer made by Niagara. to be honest it looks more like Arnie in T2 than the real Joe Strummer, but it's still a very nice mural. and Ako Jefferson loves so much Mr Strummer, i hadda take his photograph.

L.E.S PARTY TIME

Tom Cooke were the last to make it to the Big Apple. quick check-in at 1am and we all walked 2 streets further to enjoy some party time and fresh beers at MaxFish. Atiba couldn't be with us as he had to stay in LA for the NBA finals, but it was great to meet up with the crew and share some good stories. we pushed the good time to the dawn. after the rain, the sun was wakin-up in a clearer and colorful yet sky.

Tom Cooke Bitch !

Phil Tosseli, the tasty OTW art director

i ran into Euro pro skater Mickael Mackrodt while i was there. i haven't seen him since last time i shot photos of him for an Element skateboards catalog 3 years ago. was definitly cool to share a booze with him and his cute photographer friend.

Eric Elms and Tom Cooke enjoying some New York style slices

Steve Zeitzoff is a one of a kind dude, as hilarious as talented

JEROME DREYFUSS NYC

i took advantage of the morning to stop by Talented designer Jerome Dreyfuss new boutique in Chinatown. the whole space is amazing, and i was stoked to see my photos from last winter campaign all over the place. had a cool chat with Yves, the smiley manager and left the place quite happy.

Mr CAB DRIVER

i usually complain about Cabdrivers driving skills, but this guy was different, he raced his yellowcab, barely drifting it...what a good way to welcome us in NYC.