Kodak Film
Kodak film has become synonymous with skateboarding's visual documentation, from the grainy Super 8 footage of the 1970s to the crisp 35mm photography that defines modern skate media. Founded in 1888, Kodak's various film stocks have captured decades of skateboarding history, with their distinctive color characteristics becoming part of the sport's aesthetic DNA.
Popular stocks like Kodak Gold and Portra have become go-to choices for skate photographers seeking that classic film look – the kind of organic grain and color saturation that digital can't quite replicate. Super 8 film, in particular, has seen a resurgence in skateboarding video production, with filmers embracing its nostalgic feel for everything from full-length videos to Instagram clips. Despite the digital revolution, many in skateboarding have stuck with Kodak film for its authenticity and the deliberate process it demands. When every frame costs money, you tend to make each shot count – something that resonates with skateboarding's appreciation for craft and intention.