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Skateboards

by Patricia LAKIN
32p. (Made by Hand). chron. ebook available. index. photos. S. & S./Aladdin. Feb. 2017. Tr $17.99. ISBN 9781481448338.
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Gr 4–7—A brief homage to skateboard history and a step-by-step lesson on how one individual takes a designer approach to his brand of skateboards. Packed with photographs on graph paper backgrounds, the book follows Jake Eshelman's creative process as he plans and constructs custom skateboards for his company, Side Project. The craftsmanship is evident, and the attention to detail is laudable as Eshelman's creations go from wood scraps to customized beauty. Later pages encourage readers to explore making something by hand, with a brief mention of recycling. A four-page time line on the evolution of the skateboard and an index conclude the insubstantial information. While enthusiasts might appreciate Eshelman's dedication and the impressive photos, this volume is likely to have little appeal otherwise.
VERDICT A noteworthy look at an artist's craftsmanship but an optional purchase for libraries.
Reviewed by Carol Connor, Cincinnati Public Schools, OH , Dec 01, 2016

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