A Glimpse Into Our DIY Skatepark Journey: New Fanzine Release
In 2022, while delivering materials for our project, a new security guard stopped us, puzzled, and asked, “What are you doing?” We explained that we were building a skatepark under the bridge. After a pause, he replied, “Well, I need to write something down. Those are the rules.” Never having been asked this before, we were at a loss. Then, with confidence, he declared, “I’ll write down ‘bridge restoration.’ ”
This moment captures the essence of our fanzine, which is deeply rooted in the patterns and textures of DIY culture. Every graphic in the fanzine incorporates fragments of materials like blocks, debris, and concrete, reflecting the raw spirit of our project.
The fanzine also features photographs of two bridges — Branko’s Bridge and King Alexander’s Bridge — captured at different stages and times. These bridges, and the uncertain fate of our DIY project beneath them, tell a story of history and perseverance.
Published in collaboration with Samit Nesvrstanih, Matrijaršija, and Provins, with support from the CHPO brand, this fanzine is the most intricate project we’ve undertaken. Combining 2/3 risograph and 1/3 silkscreen printing, it reflects the relationship between the history of the bridge and our efforts beneath it.
We’re excited to share this unique publication with you, as it captures the essence of our journey and the DIY spirit that drives us.