Philip Lindeman's papier-mâché caps: A zine tribute to skate culture and youth

Philip Lindeman, a multi-media artist recognized for his editorial illustrations for Uniqlo, Hermès, and The New York Times, has unveiled a new zine titled 'Caps'. This publication documents his series of papier-mâché cap sculptures and follows a 'mini-exhibition'. It pays homage to Lindeman's teenage bedroom wall and his intense passion for skate culture, graffiti, and American advertising. As a youth, he was captivated by skate graphics, VHS tapes, and Kazaa downloads, often replicating logos and characters from brands with distinct visual identities. Described by a friend as 'fossils from your youth', the caps, which are irregular and stone-like, reflect Lindeman's interests in skating, graffiti, and 90s cartoons. Initially considering ceramics, he opted for a papier-mâché clay fusion, embracing its flaws. This project serves as both a cap catalogue and a personal archive, celebrating the collector's spirit and the desire to customize, evident in skate brands and street fashion. The zine marks a shift in his artistic practice, which also encompasses murals and sculptures.