AKIHISA NAKATANI

is from Gifu , Japan.

His expressive raw style is organic and deconstructive.

Aki’s art feels alive, as if it is still growing beyond the surface of the boards.

Not only does AKI paint on his boards with the classic “paint marker” as his main tool but he also takes it a step further by reshaping the wood.  

Check out his various shapes that reflect the art - a very cool concept.

Aki also works professionally as a designer in Japan, designing various surf and skate products.  Here is a link to his site http://www.aki23design.com