Steve Alba

Pool Rules #2

Limited-edition archival print

Archival pigment print on recycled Cotton Rag, from an edition of 15
24 x 18 inches
Hand Signed & Numbered with Sugar Press chopmark
Date: 2023
$150.00

About the artist

Steve Alba

Steve Alba, affectionately known as “S.A.,” stands as a pivotal figure in the evolution of skateboarding from the late 1970s to the present. Emerging from the vibrant Southern California scene, he was a trailblazer in both vert and street disciplines, celebrated for his innovative style and the iconic “S.A. Air.” As one of the first members of the Powell Peralta “Bones Brigade,” Alba not only excelled in competitions but also shaped skate culture through his influential video parts in classics like “Future Primitive” and “The Search for Animal Chin.” His legacy is marked by a commitment to mentorship and artistic e
expression, making him a true icon whose impact continues to resonate with skaters today.

Steve Alba, aka 'Salba', is a 40-plus year pro skateboarder, punk rocker, and all-around legend. Salba is from the 70s generation of skaters that are still doing it today. There may not be a person alive who's skated as many backyard pools as Salba that can still be found skating them to this day. When it comes to finding and skating backyard pools, Salba is widely accepted as skateboarding's expert. He actually won the first pool contest in 1978. Salba's also known as an accomplished guitar player, having played in punk and rock bands for many years. Salba is still riding for Santa Cruz Skateboards, which was the same sponsor he and his brother, Mickie Alba, had in the 80s. Salba's son, Jesse Alba, is also a pro skateboarder for Frog Skateboards.