When Paulo Macedo noticed his younger brother Felipe Gustavo easily surpassing his skating skills, he quickly transitioned into the role of coach and photographer. Gustavo has gone on to become a superstar in the sport and the two Brazilians now live in the mecca of skateboarding culture – Los Angeles.
For a Red Bull skating video, Felipe and Paulo headed out to South Compton’s green ledges and the permanent skate playground at Lockwood Elementary to show what it looks like when they’re at work.
From Brazil to Los Angeles to Barcelona, Paulo has tagged along as Felipe’s go-to photographer.
“It doesn't have to be the best trick ever, but sometimes just the easiest thing makes the coolest photo, like some art. He's got the eyes... pretty dope.”
SKATEBOARD STREET SAVANT
In 2007, Felipe entered his first international contest, the famed Tampa Am, and surprised even himself by winning. In 2012, he joined the pro contest circuit and has since competed at the Maloof Money Cup and on the Dew Tour.
Last year, DC Shoes flew Gustavo back to Brazil to capture the poetry in motion of his street skating.
AN EYE FOR ANGLES
Paulo hasn’t limited his photography to documenting his brother’s tricks — he’s also captured the artistry of slew of uber-talented skaters like Gabriel Fortunato, Torey Pudwill, Felipe Felix, Tiago Lemos and Alex Lekinho.
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