Osklen Surfing Logo

Osklen's inspiration for summer 2011 was the oceans, and I was responsible for creating the logo for that collection. The graphic symbol of the trident was a representation of Neptune, the God of the seas in Greek mythology. The crown, a widely recognized icon of the brand, served as inspiration for the design. The solution found was successful, and the brand was heavily used in promoting that collection. The success of the icon led Osklen to use the brand with a broader meaning. After a slight adaptation, the symbol became the mark of Osklen Surfing, the sports division of Osklen.

T-shirts are my favorite way to express my ideas. Some of my favorite designs are graphic tees made for my brands or incredible projects I have been involved in.

In 2010, I was invited to create the key visual for Oi Vert Jam, the major skateboarding championship held in Brazil. That year, the event was celebrating its 10th anniversary, and the idea was to create artwork that merged the skateboarding universe with Rio de Janeiro. Graffiti art was prominent and intertwined with music and classic elements of Rio's beach culture. To top it off, I even got to see Bob Burnquist live as he became champion in the final. It was a very memorable experience, especially for a 25-year-old.