Pro skater Donny Barley has nothing but respect for fellow pro Zered Bassett, praising his contributions to skateboarding while showing appreciation for his growing career as an artist.
Barley recently shared his thoughts on Bassett, encouraging younger skaters to go back and study his video parts, particularly his switch stance skating.
He believes Bassett has displayed an incredible level of skill, creativity, and dedication for years, long before many of the tricks seen today became common.
Despite his influence, Bassett has largely stayed out of the spotlight compared to other professional skaters.
That makes his work even more worth discovering as per Barley.
His footage offers a lot to learn from, especially for younger riders looking to improve their own skating.
Now, Bassett is bringing that same creativity into his artwork. Barley believes his pieces could become more valuable as more people discover his talent and appreciate what he brings to the art world.
He also encouraged people who connect with Bassett’s work to reach out and commission a custom piece.
Supporting an artist with such a rich background in skateboarding is something Barley clearly values, especially while his art career continues to develop.
Barley’s message is simple: take the time to appreciate Bassett’s skating, understand his influence, and give his artwork the attention it deserves.
His talent has been there for years, and his latest work is giving people another reason to appreciate what he does.