Photos by Dennes Ferreira

Interview by Jawn D

Where are you from? 

Vila Pedreira, Esteio (RS).

How long have you been skating? 

Thirteen years.

How did you start skating? 

In my neighborhood, on the paving stone.

You from south Brazil? 

Yes, from the metropolitan region, close to Porto Alegre.

What are the different parts of Brazil like for someone who doesn’t know?

It’s tense, but inspiring.

How much Acai do you eat? 

As much as I can, acai is essential, gives you energy.

Do you ever go to the rainforest?

I haven’t had the opportunity yet, but it’s inspiring and original.

If you could go anywhere in America Where would you go? Why? 

Philladelphia. I like their culture, real skateboard.

Where you wanna go besides America? 

Barcelona and all of Europe.

What would your dream spot be like? 

It would be like Love Park.

What do you do when you’re not skating? 

I listen to music, play video games, play soccer and basketball. I like going to the beach too.

How did you get hooked up with 550? 

Through member friends, like Bruno, Dwayne and Preza.

Who’s the biggest American skater in Brazil? 

Gino, Keenan, Guy, Kalis, Koston, Karl Watson, and Henry Sanchez.

Who are some of your favorite Brazililian skaters? 

Tiago, Rodrigo Tx, Patrick Vidal, Gui da Luz, and Rodrigo Petersen.

Do you have a local skate shop?

Sunset Skateshop, MKD, Dreams and Matriz.

Is it hard to get product out there? 

Having friends living abroad it’s easier nowadays.

Who else hooks you up? How’d you get those connects? 

DC shoes, Represent skateboards, Core Bearings, Sense trucks, Sunset skateshop. From My brand manager Marcus Cida, my uncle Didi, and some close friends.

What do you think public opinion of skaters is out there? 

Prejudice with those who skate on the street, fanaticism with the Olympic athletes, haha. 

Any thanks / shoutouts?

I would like to thank Dan from 550 Wheels, Skate Jawn for the opportunity, and everyone who helps.