
Nope News
Skate, Street & Design Updates
Welcome to Nope News — the blog of Neil Ellam (aka Mr. Nope). Here you’ll find updates on skate-inspired art, limited edition decks, bold streetwear graphics, and behind-the-scenes looks at design projects for brands, clubs, and independents. Think of this as the ongoing story of Nope Design — where skate culture, street style, and bold visuals collide.
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From Streets to Canvas – How Graffiti Shapes Skateboard Design
Graffiti has shaped skate culture for decades, from alley walls to limited edition skateboard decks. Discover how urban street art inspires streetwear graphics, bold deck artwork, and the creative process behind collectible skateboard design.
The US scrapping of the de minimis rule on 29 Aug 2025 has made standard shipping from Europe to the US nearly impossible. Independent streetwear brands and skateboard deck collectors now face high express costs, while nopeshop.com design services remain tariff-free and unaffected.