It's a rare thing these days, in the age of the internet and all, when you can honestly say an amateur skater paid his dues to earn what he's got, but for Nick Garcia, there's nothing truer than that. Skating his ass off, and getting noticed the old fashioned way. "The harder you work the luckier you get" and with that said, we are proud to introduce Element's newest pro, Nick Garcia. Here's a look back at Nick's skating through the years, from featuring video highlights, print articles, and...

While following Amateurus for Future Nature, we ended up in the jewel of the equator, Costa Rica. We trailed the pod from the sunken seas to the highest mountain tops, surrounded by a volcanic skyline. Migrations is a three-part series of behind-the-scenes footage from Future Nature, The Element Am Video. Shot on location in Mallorca, Costa Rica, and the Basque Country in Spain, this raw footage offers an in-depth look at Amateurus, the amateur skateboarder. Migrations stars Boo Johnson,...

The final location of this exodus was the northern providence of Spain, known as Basque Country. We stalked Amateurus from Bilbao to Madrid, and everywhere in between. Migrations is a three-part series of behind-the-scenes footage from Future Nature, The Element Am Video. Shot on location in Mallorca, Costa Rica, and the Basque Country in Spain, this raw footage offers an in-depth look at Amateurus, the amateur skateboarder. Migrations stars Boo Johnson, Evan Smith, Julian Davidson, Madars...

Mallorca, the Spanish island in the Mediterranean was the first of many stops while filming for Future Nature. This is a behind-the-scenes look at what we captured while stalked these animals through the coastline, mountains, and into the plazas. Migrations is a three-part series of behind-the-scenes footage from Future Nature, The Element Am Video. Shot on location in Mallorca, Costa Rica, and the Basque Country in Spain, this raw footage offers an in-depth look at Amateurus, the amateur...

The Element team took the newest collection of product to Chile to discover the culture and landscape, and to ensure the products were made to endure. Watch the story unfold and win items from the collection on instagram by following @elementusa and using #keepdiscovering. For the past two decades the one thing that has remained constant is our drive to see the world differently. Element has taken inspiration from all environments; from the top of the Andes to the streets in our own...

On June 2nd, the Kettering Skate Plaza in Ohio was buzzing with energy for the MAKE IT COUNT contest. While a majority of entrants, big and small ripped all day, it was Dustin Blauvelt who came out on top, and earned a trip to finals. Congrats Dustin, you killed it! Dustin will join other contest winners from all over the world at the finals at Element YMCA Camp in August, along with a trip to The Berrics. ZONE 1 13 and under - Luke Zimkew 14 and up/sponsored - Dustin Blauvelt ZONE 2 13 and...

The Element Recycled Board Program is designed to breathe new life into old boards. We take dilapidated decks and cut them into shape, giving each one a second chance to hit the streets. Every board comes complete with fitted trucks, wheels made from recycled materials, and are adorned with our signature green bolts.

When the sun goes down, Nyjah Huston along with Chase Webb and Ethan Loy set out to quickly make their own spot with the Fun Box. The Element Drop Spot obstacles are easy to setup, and can turn anything, anywhere into a skatespot.

Eye-popping colors and a variety of shapes made of Canadian maple, the Element Bug Boards are small enough to fit in a backpack or locker, and guarantee a fun ride wherever you’re headed.

Zack Doelling was the overall winner of the 2012 MAKE IT COUNT Contest at the KC Indoor Skatepark in Kansas City, KS. Zack will join other contest winners from all over the world at the finals at Element YMCA Camp in August, along with a trip to The Berrics. The next MAKE IT COUNT Contest will be in Salt Lake City on May 19th. ZONE 1 13 and under - Chad Polluck 14 and up/sponsored - Zack Doelling ZONE 2 13 and under - Manny Maire 14 and up/sponsored - Shawn McKay HIGH OLLIE BAR CHAMP Shawn...

Jon Depoian was the overall winner of the 2012 MAKE IT COUNT Contest at the Berrics Westchester Plaza in Los Angeles, CA. Jon will join contest winners from all over the world at the finals at Element YMCA Camp in August, along with a trip to The Berrics. The next MAKE IT COUNT Contest will be in Kansas City on April 21st. ZONE 1 13 and Under - Gilbert 'Lil G' Estrada 14 and Up/Sponsored - Jon Depoian ZONE 2 13 and Under - Barante Ramirez 14 and Up/Sponsored - Jerell Ware HIGH OLLIE BAR...

FUTURE NATURE, The Element Am Video starring Nick Garcia, Julian Davidson, Boo Johnson, Madars Apse, and Evan Smith. Available May 1st, 2012

Nate Greenwood was the overall winner of the 2012 MAKE IT COUNT Contest at Subliminal Skatepark in New England. Nate will join contest winners from all over the world at the finals at Element YMCA Camp in August, along with a trip to The Berrics. The next MAKE IT COUNT Contest will be in Austin on February 25th. ZONE 1 13 and Under - Shane Farber 14 and Up/Sponsored - Nolan McCaffrey ZONE 2 13 and Under - Evan Mansolillo 14 and Up/Sponsored - Nate Greenwood HIGH OLLIE BAR CHAMP Mac Johnson...

Miika Adamov was the overall winner of the 2012 MAKE IT COUNT Contest at Epic Skatepark in Sacramento, CA. Miika will join contest winners from all over the world at the finals at Element YMCA Camp in August, along with a trip to The Berrics. The next MAKE IT COUNT Contest will be in New England on February 25th. ZONE 1 13 and Under - Connor Kepp 14 and Up/Sponsored - Bradley Elias ZONE 2 13 and Under - Andrew Chesmore 14 and Up/Sponsored - Fernando Rios ZONE 3 13 and Under - Jake...

Nick Garcia and Julian Davidson cruise down to Element YMCA Camp to skate two new all-terrain vehicles shaped by the riders themselves. See these and the entire Element collection here:

Garrett Miller was the overall winner of the 2012 MAKE IT COUNT Contest at Midtown Skatepark in Orlando, FL. Garrett will join contest winners from all over the world at the finals at Element YMCA Skate Camp in August, along with a trip to The Berrics. The next MAKE IT COUNT Contest will be in Sacramento, CA on January 28th. Zone 1 13 and under - Chris Noel 14 and up - Jon Scianneaux Zone 2 13 and under - Trey Selvester 14 and up - Garrett Miller Zone 3 13 and under - Trout Miller 14 and...

In honor of the past two decades, icons from different eras, Donny Barley and Nick Garcia hit the the East Coast streets, where it all began. In 1992 the Element seed was planted, and today, the "20 YEAR" collection is a celebration of these past two decades. We continue to create the art and technology on a constant path to bring progress to skateboarding… Twenty years, and we still see the future. 20 Year collection available now: elementskateboards.com Filmed by: Kirk Dianda Marc...

On Friday, December 2nd, Element and Elemental Awareness teamed up with the WLCAC in Watts, CA for a day of art and skateboarding. Element Advocates Mike Kershnar and Todd Francis were there to help the kids create their very own hand painted board which they were able to keep. Afterward, Element team riders Nyjah Huston, Mark Appleyard, and Ray Barbee skated with kids at the recently built skatepark. Elemental Awareness would like to thank the WLCAC, Create-A-Skate, Vitamin Water, and...

In part four (of four), Nyjah walks through the steps what it took to film his last trick of his video part, and the surprise ending that nobody expected. Nyjah Huston goes behind-the-scenes with an exclusive interview, discussing some of the worst slams and best tricks of his video part, 'RISE AND SHINE'. Filmed by: Kirk Dianda, Marc Falkenstien, and Nathan Groff Edited by: Kirk Dianda 'RISE AND SHINE' is now available worldwide on iTunes. http://bit.ly/Nyjah-iTunes

In part three (of four), Nyjah gets down and out in San Diego with a backside smith gone wrong. Nyjah Huston goes behind-the-scenes with an exclusive interview, discussing some of the worst slams and best tricks of his video part, 'RISE AND SHINE'. Filmed by: Cole Mathews, Kirk Dianda, and Nathan Groff Edited by: Kirk Dianda 'RISE AND SHINE' is now available worldwide on iTunes. http://bit.ly/Nyjah-iTunes

In part two (of four), Nyjah heads to Los Angeles to smith grind a 24 stair rail, but as he explains, it didn't come easy. Nyjah Huston goes behind-the-scenes with an exclusive interview, discussing some of the worst slams and best tricks of his video part, 'RISE AND SHINE'. Filmed by: Cole Mathews, Kirk Dianda, and Nathan Groff Edited by: Kirk Dianda 'RISE AND SHINE' is now available worldwide on iTunes. http://bit.ly/Nyjah-iTunes

Costa Rica Crash takes you behind the scenes and investigates the opening of Rise and Shine - The Nyjah Huston video. Nyjah Huston goes behind-the-scenes with an exclusive interview, discussing some of the worst slams and best tricks of his video part, 'RISE AND SHINE'.s Rise and Shine is now available worldwide on iTunes - http://bit.ly/Nyjah-iTunes

Elemental Awareness hit the road to visit their friends on the Apache, Flathead, and Navajo reservations. They got a chance to drive through some amazing parts of the country, skate with the kids on the reservations, and connect on a larger level. Through the CHANGING LIVES THROUGH SKATEBOARDING program, they were able to give away more than 100 pairs of shoes, 50 skateboards and tons of other product. Needless to say, the kids were hyped and received some much needed gear.

In 'Crossing Canada' the Element team linked up with West49 for a series of demo’s and signings from sea to shining sea. Mark Appleyard, Nyjah Huston, Levi Brown, Nick Garcia, Julian Davidson, Evan Smith, and Boo Johnson put on a show at every stop. Music by: Dirty Fences 'Kilsythe Rabbit Road' facebook.com/dirtyfences

Nyjah threads the needle with a frontside smith down 18. In anticipation of 'Rise and Shine' the Nyjah Huston video, we are releasing a new clip, once a week until the video drops, so check back for more footage and information. http://bit.ly/nyjahvideo Filmed by: Cole Mathews Nathan Groff